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An Introduction to Sakai

Sakai is an open source software product used for setting up a Collaborative

Learning Environment (CLE)

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The Welcome Screen

The Welcome Screen is your starting point. Locate the log in section the upper right corner of the page. Log in to the system by entering your user id and password.

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My WorkspaceThe Home page of the worksite called My Workspace is the screen you will arrive at after you log in. This worksite is your personal command center. As all worksites in Sakai, it is identified by a tab.


Let’s explore the Home Page of My Workspace. The appearance of the Home Page display will vary depending on what features the worksite owner has included. In general the Home Page display includes a Left Menu Bar and a number of sections in the center called Panels.

Home Page Overview

MenuBar

Panels


The Menu Bar lists the tools included in the site. This example displays the tools included in the My Workspace site.

The Menu Bar: An Overview

In this video we will explore a few of the items on the Menu Bar. For a more comprehensive explanation of the menu bar please reference the My Workspace documentation.


Priorities: Time Zone & Social Networking Settings

As a new user your initial tasks should begin with setting your time zone and establishing your Social Network.

• Setting your time zone will keep you consistent with the time zone of your geographical location and / or fellow Sakai users.

• Establishing your Social Network will identify you, your contacts and designate your privacy boundaries.


Setting Your Time Zone

Begin by selecting Preferences from the menu bar.


Setting Your Time Zone

On the Preferences screen, select Time Zone from the top grey bar.


Setting Your Time Zone (con’t)

On the next screen, select your time zone from the drop down list. This example is set for AmericaChicago.


The Profile tool, provides you with an area for social networking. Select Profile from the Menu Bar to open a window from which you can create your profile select your contacts and determine your privacy settings.

Your Social Network Profile


Hold your cursor over to the right of the information sections and you will notice an Edit button appear. Selecting the Edit button opens the respective window for you to enter your information. Select Connections from the top menu to add your contacts and select Privacy to designate your privacy settings.

Social Networking Profile (con’t)


This concludes our overview of the My Workspace worksite. Be sure to refer to My Workspace documentation for a more comprehensive explanation.

In Conclusion

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