MADELS Student User Guide

Particulars Page Number

MADELS Student User Guide 1

Aims and Objectives 2

Student Guide – Introduction 2

Entering the MADELS from the website 2

Entering the course 3

In the course

Basic navigation

Topics 5

Blocks
People block:

Course Menu:

My courses block:

Calendar block:

Upcoming events block:

Latest news block (on Front page of MADELS): 7

Topic Area 7

Resources: 7

Activities: 7

How to submit Assignments: 11

Answering Quizzes in MADELS 11

Technical Support 12

Frequently Asked Questions 15

Essential e-Learning Applications ​19

IBE - Senior High Focal Persons 20

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Aims and Objectives
Aim
To provide an introduction to using an on-line learning environment.

Objectives
After completing this orientation you will be able to:
Navigate around the course.
Identify the key elements of the course, i.e.: Topics, Blocks, Activities, Resources.
Use the Activity modules showcased in the course.
Interact with the course teacher and other students.

Student Guide – Introduction

In this guide you will be introduced to the basics of participating in an online course or
as part of your regular class. This orientation is separate and can be printed on paper,
you will need to refer to it at the same time as taking notice of what is displayed on
screen.

The actual appearance on screen is governed by settings on your own computer

plus what courses you are enrolled in, and as a result what you see may be slightly
different from that shown in the examples.

Please follow the steps in the order shown until you have completed the sections on
entering the course and basic navigation.

Entering the MADELS from the website

A. Type in your browser the following website: ​https://www.mdci.edu.ph

B. Click on the MADELS Login menu.

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 C. Login using your MADELS username and password. This will be provided by
your Institute Head or Advisers.

Entering the course

When you first access MADELS you will see the front page. It contains “My courses,”
calendar, latest news (from the MADELS administrator) and more.

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Find your course by selecting it from “My courses” in the left column or scrolling to
it in the center column.

Your courses are automatically available for you when login your Gmail account, click
on the text of the course’s title.

In the course
In this section we will take a quick tour of the course environment. Some of the items
will be described in more detail later. Please bear in mind that you may not see all of the
following in your course; the appearance is determined by your instructor. The course
title is shown in the top left-hand part of the screen.

In the top right-hand corner, you will see text like: “You are logged in as…”

This shows your user name; if you click on the user name you will display your own
profile where you can enter information about yourself and upload a photo. In
addition, the word “Logout” is displayed, if you click on this you will exit both the
course and the site.

Basic navigation
There are a number of ways to move around the course.

1. “Breadcrumb trail” navigation – is a menu positioned below the MDC head banner
picture which shows your position in the course. The notes below the following
breadcrumbs example will make this clearer.

My Courses: Clicking on this would take you to the screen which displays all of
the courses you are enrolled in.
GEL121-Carreon: This is the shortened name for your subject, clicking on this
would take you to the main course page. ​Note: This might be different
from your own dashboard. T ​ his is only one example of how the
breadcrumbs menu may appear. Keep an eye on this as you navigate around the
course; you will notice that it changes to reflect your current position.

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2. Another method for navigating can be found at the right corner of each screen or
activity. This takes the form of a block which will take you to either the homepage of
the site (where all the courses are listed) or the main screen of your course.

This is found in the right corner of each screen

3. If only one topic is showing at a time, you can move to another topic in the course
by using the jump menu:

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 Note: If you use the back button on the browser, click on the “Dashboard,” or
shortened course name links to navigate to another area of the course ​your input
may not be saved​. To avoid this always ensure that you ​complete what you
are doing​ within the activity first (e.g., post to a forum, save changes).

4. Throughout the website and course you will encounter text which changes color and
becomes underlined when you move your on screen cursor over it. These are text
links which, when clicked, will take you to wherever is described in the link text.

5. Finally, it is possible to navigate between pages by using the navigation buttons on

your web browser. This is not recommended; you will obtain more consistent results
by using the navigation options within the website and course pages.

The main course page is divided into a number of specific areas which you will
encounter often (although not necessarily always as mentioned previously). An
overview of these is given in the following sections.

Topics
Topics often reside in the center column of the course main page. It is in the topics
that your teacher will place the activities, etc., which make up the online elements
of your course. The column of topics may vary in appearance depending on how
your teacher has designed the course. Topics may be identified by a number, a week
number, a number and date range or simply by a descriptive name.

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 The “Jump to…” menu (at the bottom of the
page) allows you to select other topics to
view.

Blocks

Blocks reside in the left and right columns of the main course page. They fulfill a
range of functions as described below.

People block:

The People block provides links to a list of all

participants in the course by clicking “Participants”
and your own user profile by clicking “Edit profile”.

Course Menu:

Clicking on the folders within this block will take

you to the appropriate topic within the course.
(The block title displayed varies according to the
topic layout chosen by your instructor).

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My courses block:

This block displays the courses in which you are

enrolled and provides a link to a list of all courses
on the site.

Calendar block:
As the name suggests this block provides a
calendar function for the course.

Upcoming events block:

This block displays upcoming events together with

links to view the calendar and to create a new event
in the calendar. The number of upcoming events
and the period covered is set by the teacher and
may vary between courses.

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Latest news block (on Front page of MADELS):

This block displays by ​the site administrator

(not your instructor) by the title of the news item
and the date and time.

Topic Area

Topic area is located in the ​center column​. Your instructor will place ​Resources and
Activities here. The layout of these items depends on how your instructor has the
course set up.

To view ​Resources and ​Activities​, simply click on the link. These may display in
the same window or in a new window.

Resources:

In MADELS, ​resources are the way an instructor

can present information to you. Resources include
items like text documents, PowerPoint files,
websites, etc. Mostly, a resource is anything you will
use to gain information about the course content.

Activities:

An ​activity in MADELS is an interactive learning

segment for a student in a course. Basically, you
must do something. Activities can include
discussion forums, assignments, surveys, group
work, upload files, etc. This topic shows you some of
the MADELS activities that ​might be included in a
course: remember that instructors will choose the
activities they want you to perform, and not
everyone will use the same activities.

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Submitting an Assignment in MADELS:

Assignments allow you to submit work to your teacher for grading. The work may be
text typed online or uploaded files of any type the teacher’s device can read. Grading
may be by simple percentages or custom scales, or more complex rubrics may be used.
Students may submit as individuals or in groups.

1. Click on the assignment link and click “Add submission”

2. Depending on the assignment settings, you may either have a text box into
which to type your work or an upload area to submit their file

You may submit it through Google Apps, like Google Docs, Google Sheets or Google
Slides.

3. Your teacher may be able to return your work and you can redraft it, or they
might have to click a submit button to send in a final version which cannot be changed.

Answering Quizzes in MADELS:

Your teacher can deliver quizzes in MADELS using a variety of question types, including
multiple choice, true-false, short answer, numeric questions, and more. Quizzes may be
configured in different ways, so do not expect to always see the same thing when you take a
quiz. For example, you may see quiz results as soon as you finish all the questions or even as you

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submit each question, or you may need to wait until after the quiz deadline or until all submitted
quizzes are graded before results are released.

Take a Quiz
● Upon logging in to your subject, locate the link for the quiz you wish to take.
Quiz links will always be located within the Sections that are stacked down the
center of the page.
● You can also access any released quizzes through the Activities block. Click
the Quizzes link for a list of links to available quizzes for the course.
● Click the link to the quiz. The Quiz page will open showing a summary of
information about the quiz.

This may include:

✔ The grading method.
✔ The number of times you can retake the quiz (called "attempts").
✔ The date range the quiz is available to take.
✔ The time limit for taking the quiz.

● To begin, click Attempt quiz now. A confirmation page will remind you of any
time restrictions or limited number of attempts.
Note: If your quiz is interrupted, you can return to the quiz and click Continue
the last attempt to resume your work, even if you lose your connection to
MADELS, as long as the deadline for the quiz has not passed.
● Quizzes may have one or more questions per page. The way you answer each
question may vary based on the question type.

Please note:
✔ For multiple page quizzes, you can use the Quiz navigation panel (on the right) to
move between quiz pages. The panel will show your progress as well as how much
time you have remaining if your instructor set a time limit for the quiz. If free
navigation is enabled by the instructor, you can use the Quiz navigation panel to
move to another page or return to complete any unanswered
questions. Completed questions will be highlighted differently from unanswered
questions in the Quiz navigation panel.
✔ For some quiz and/or question types, you will need to click Submit to ensure your
answer is recorded.
✔ For questions without submit buttons, enter your answers and click Next (on the
bottom) to continue.
✔ When you have reached the end of a quiz, the Summary of attempt page will
open. This page lists the quiz questions and indicates which ones have been
answered. To return to a question for review, or to complete an unanswered
question, click the Question number.

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Review Quiz Results
Once your quiz has been graded and released by your instructor, you may be able to
access a Quiz Review page where you can see quiz questions and your answers, view
your score or grade and read instructor feedback.

You can use this information to review questions you answered incorrectly or which you
could not answer.

Other Quiz-Like Activities

Your instructor may assign other quiz-like activities in MADELS such as a Choice (a
single question poll) or a Questionnaire (or survey). While the interface from the
student point of view will be similar to a Quiz, the biggest difference is that with
a Choice or Questionnaire you will not receive a separate score on each question. You
may still receive a grade for completing the activity.

Technical Support:

If you are taking online subjects and would need to communicate with your teachers. A
consultation time with your teacher will be scheduled accordingly. The same goes with
those under Modular Distance Learning, a communication channel will be available to
you during your teacher's consultation hours.

Please find the numbers and email below:

Mr. Philgin Engtai​ (Web Administrator)

philgin.engtai@mdci.edu.ph
for your username and password concerns

Ms. Emmalyn Carreon ​(Marketing and Admissions Officer​/​MIS Administrator)

ebcarreon@mdci.edu.ph
09177017104
for MADELS use and other marketing and admissions concern

You may also find the ​Messenger Icon in your MADELS, you may click it and send
your technical concerns to us.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What is ​MADELS?

MADELS is an acronym of MDC Access to Distance E-Learning System integrating the

Moodle platform. This is an approach to learning that combines face to face, modular,
and online learning experiences. Ideally, each online and offline will complement the
other by using its particular strengths. (​http://teachthought.com/learning​).

MADELS approach puts the emphasis where teachers/trainers use modules and online
media to deliver notes, lectures, and related course materials. learners review these
materials at home and at their own pace. Classroom periods are then formed into a
hands-on work period where the teachers have already delivered their lecture
digitally–is free to field questions, engage class-wide discussions using Moodle or offer
other means of support. Blended learning seems to reinforce student-centered learning,
allowing learners to master content in an individual way.

Of course, no educational model is “one-size-fits-all”, and some blended classrooms are

effective, hence, MDC is using the ​MADELS approach that best applies for our learners
enrolled in the various programs of Metro Dumaguete College such as Senior High,
College, Technical Vocational and Diploma subjects.

​How do we access​ MADELS?

Upon completion of the enrollment process, learners will be able to access the ​MADELS
through the email and password provided to them. Upon logging in, they can now view
the subjects enrolled in them.

STEPS to access the ​MADELS

1. Go to our school website at ​www.mdci.edu.ph​,

2. Go to the ​MADELS​ login block and input your email address and password.
3. You will now be able to see your enrolled subjects and start your online
learning.

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What do we need to access MADELS?

To access our MADEL system, you will need a desktop/laptop computer or a

smartphone or a gadget with an internet connection.

What is MODULAR DISTANCE EDUCATION

Learning is in the form of individualized instruction that allows learners to use Self
Learning modules (SLMs) and Competency-Based Learning Materials (CBLMs) in print
or digital format/electronic copy, whichever is applicable in the context of the learner
and other learning resources like Learner’s Materials, textbooks, activity sheets, study
guides, and other study materials.

What is Online Learning Modality?

Features the teacher as facilitator, engaging learners’ active participation through the
use of various technologies accessed through the internet while they are geographically
remote from each other during instruction. It requires participants to have a good and
stable internet connection. The learners may download materials from the internet,
complete and submit assignments online, attend classes, and take assessments. This is
practiced effectively by using our LMS called MADELS

How are online subjects taught at MDC?

The online subjects will be delivered via the MADEL System. MADELS is supported by
Moodle technology that is used by millions of learners worldwide. The Moodle Learning
Management System (LMS) provides educators across all levels and industries with a
highly functional, flexible, and interoperable digital learning solution through
open-source technology. All subjects are made by trainers, teachers, and subject matter
experts ensuring high-quality course content for our learners.

​In regards to technology, what do I need to succeed in an online course?

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Learners need access to a computer or any digital device that can connect to the
internet, such as a smartphone. The minimum speed when connected should be 2
MBPS.

​When do I need to be connected to the internet for online learning?

Learners will need an Internet connection to:

1. Participate in live class sessions, check assigned tasks,

2. Download learning materials such as videos and books, which can be
watched and read offline,
3. Collaborate with classmates,
4. Consult with teachers,
5. Upload assignments and projects
6. Take the assessment.

​What if I have trouble with the technology? How do I get assistance?

You may contact your adviser, or any of our technical support team using the Chat
feature in our FB Messenger found in our website and in MADELS. Alternatively, you
can call us during office hours at 09177017104/4224605, so we assist you right away.

What if I need help with the course content?

If you are taking online subjects and would need to communicate with your teachers.
Consultation time with your teacher will be scheduled accordingly. The same goes for
those under Modular Distance Learning, a communication channel will be available to
you during your teacher’s consultation hours.

When does my class meet?

All learning modality at MDC will commence right after our student orientation. We
may also require your parents or guardians to attend a parent orientation before the
class starts. Learning officially starts after the learners are given access codes to all
pertinent technologies.

Will I be able to communicate online sufficiently with the trainer/teacher or

other learners?

MADELS allows you to communicate with your teachers and your classmates too for
collaboration works. Other means to communicate will be via email, FB Messenger, or
through SMS/Call.

What are the assessment methods?

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Assessments will still be formative and summative assessments. Different types of
assessments that include performance-based assessments that will measure your
learning. These could be online assessments that will be given to learners who have an
internet connection and/or with limited data through MADELS. If you choose the
Modular Distance modality, assessments will be included in your LMs/CBLMs and
summative assessments may also be done in MDC following standards set by IATF.

What happens if the Internet is down or if I have computer problems?

It is best not to wait for the last-minute submission of your activities to avoid these
kinds of problems. While technology is great when it is running smoothly; it is still a
must that you should plan and prepare for technology glitches. If your computer or
digital device is not working, try logging off and on again. Rebooting the computer often
fixes many problems. You can still access the class by using any computer that is online.
You may also use the free Facebook Messenger to contact your instructor. If all else fails,
you may ask for assistance on our technical support communication channels.

What personal skills do I need to succeed in an online course?

1) Self-discipline and motivation to succeed help a lot. Learners who delay working on
assigned online lessons have trouble succeeding in online learning.

2) Strong time management and organizational skills are fundamental.

3) Writing is the primary mode of communication. Good writing skill is important.

4) You are expected to be able to read, interpret material, and complete coursework with
minimal supervision and direction.

5) You must be comfortable with asking questions or expressing difficulties. If not,

instructors will assume you are progressing without difficulty.

6) Your online teachers/trainers WILL NOT teach technology skills. learners MUST
have moderate computer experience – including and not limited to:

● ability to submit and retrieve assignments and other course materials,

● ability to send and receive an email with or without attachments,
● ability to download files,
● ability to work in a Windows environment,
● ability to create PDF (portable document format) documents
● ability to create multimedia materials
● ability to effectively navigate the World Wide Web.

​What you can expect from our Teachers/Trainers:

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 ● Teachers will post relevant learning content and materials to support learners
with instructional delivery. learners must log in each day during their
assigned time to check for assignments and instructions from the teacher.
● Our Teachers will be available to monitor and respond to student inquiries via
the LMS, during school hours from the time it is posted from Mondays to
Fridays, except for weekends.
● Live sessions/classes will also be done via the Google Meet.

​What you can expect from your son/daughter:

● Learners should log in to the LMS on a daily basis.
● Learners will need to complete all required assignments and submit the same as
directed by their teacher.
● Learners should watch the videos posted in their entirety. Our system tracks
usage of learning contents and this will be part of their course completion.
● Learners should email teachers if they have any questions.
How can parents help at Metro Dumaguete College?
● Ensure that their child checks in the LMS on a daily basis.
● Check that their child watches the required videos and reads the documents
uploaded in the LMS.
● Ensure that their child completes all required assignments/projects and
submits the same to their teachers in a timely manner.
● Help their child create his/her daily calendar or schedule which will include
breaks in between lessons.
● Encourage their child to reach out to their teachers if they have any questions
or concerns.

How do we get our LMs/CBLMs?

Your LMs/CBLMs will be given to you before the start of class. These could be sent to
you or can be picked up onsite, delivered through postal courier, drop-off stations in
respective LGUs. (Note: We may require other fees for materials, printing, and delivery.)

What are the assessment methods?

Assessments will still be formative and summative assessments. Different types of

assessments that include performance-based assessments that will measure your
learning. These could be online assessments that will be given to learners who have an
internet connection and/or with limited data through MADELS. If you choose the
Modular Distance modality, assessments will be included in your LMs/CBLMs and
summative assessments may also be done in MDC following standards set by IATF.

What if I need help with the course content?

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If you are taking online subjects and would need to communicate with your teachers.
Consultation time with your teacher will be scheduled accordingly. The same goes for
those under Modular Distance Learning, a communication channel will be available to
you during your teacher’s consultation hours.

Essential e-Learning Applications

Metro Dumaguete College (MDC) shall utilize the flexible learning approach for
the school year 2020-2021 using the online learning platform MADELS.

The school will utilize the following applications as supplementation for online
learning:

1. G Suite for Education is a suite of free Google tools and services that are
tailored for schools and homeschools. It is available globally to all educational
institutions that qualify. MDC will provide all students with email addresses
upon enrollment which will serve as their login credentials for the online
platform.

2. Moodle is a learning platform designed to provide educators, administrators,

and learners with a single robust, secure, and integrated system to create
personalized learning environments. MDC has secured a website that serves as
the landing site for the Moodle LMS. Students, teachers, and staff log in using
their Gmail account. This LMS will be used for our asynchronous learning.

3. For collaboration, MDC will be utilizing different online applications that are free
to use. ​Google Apps are a suite of web-based messaging and collaboration
applications that Google hosts on their own servers. Google provides these
applications as a "service," rather than as software to download and install. Also,
Office 365 will serve as a backup or additional collaboration application.
Microsoft Office 365 (often called ​Microsoft 365 or ​Office 365​) is a Web-based
version of Microsoft's Office suite of enterprise-grade productivity applications.

4. For storage use, MDC would like to encourage the students to use cloud-based
storage. ​Google Drive ​is a file storage and synchronization service developed by
Google. Google Drive allows users to store files on their servers, synchronize files
across devices, and share files.

5. For synchronous learning, MDC will from time to time, conduct synchronous
learning with the use of video conferencing tools such as ​Google Meet or
Zoom​. Synchronous learning occurs in real time and can help students feel
connected even if their learning experience takes place primarily online. Google
meet doesn't require downloading as long as the student has a gmail account.
While Zoom should be downloaded both by teachers and students​.

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 INSTITUTE OF BASIC EDUCATION (IBE) - SENIOR HIGH
FOCAL PERSONS

ACADEMIC TRACK

Accountancy, Business, and Management

Focal Person : Ms. Chantra Marie Q. Forgosa
Contact No. : 0920 527 9276
Email Address : chantra_forgosa@mdci.edu.ph

General Academic Strand

Focal Person : Sushmita C. Partosa
Contact No. : 0936 693 1498
Email Address : sushmita_partosa@mdci.edu.ph

Humanities and Social Sciences

Focal Person : Loyd D. Gaudia
Contact No. : 0955 786 6275
Email Address : loyd_gaudia@mdci.edu.ph

TECHNICAL-VOCATIONAL-LIVELIHOOD (TVL) TRACK

Information and Communication Technology / Home Economics

Focal Person : Ms. Johannah A. Remata
Contact No. : 0927 001 3067
Email Address : johannah_remata@mdci.edu.ph

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