Expert TA Orientation Overview

Overview

This lecture provides an orientation to Expert TA, covering system navigation, assignment management, and grading policies for students.

The Expert TA homepage includes access to student resources like videos and instruction manuals under the support tab.
Students log in to their accounts from the homepage to access course materials.

The class management page serves as the main dashboard for assignments, grade reports, and class information.
Students can edit their profile and change passwords via the "My Account" option.
The "Classes" dropdown displays current and past enrolled classes.
Under the class menu, students can view grades and access the Student Practice Area.
The Student Practice Area provides unlimited practice problems without affecting grades.
The class notes area at the bottom of the page displays instructor updates and messages.

The assignment list shows all available assignments with start, due, and end dates.
Assignments submitted after the due date but before the end date are graded as late work.
Assignment status shows if work has been completed, partially completed, or not submitted.
Clicking on an assignment name shows options to take the assignment, view a printable version, see detailed grade reports, and view individual problem grades.
Instructors set grading preferences, including point deductions for submissions, hints, feedback, late work, and accessing correct answers.
Students should contact their instructor for questions about point deductions.

To take an assignment, select the assignment from the list and click "Take Assignment."
Problems appear with associated images, and a problem list enables easy navigation between problems.

Expert TA — An online system for managing class assignments and grades.
Student Practice Area — Section for practicing problems without grade impact.
Assignment List — Displays assignments with timing and status information.
Grade Report — Shows overall and individual problem grades.