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    Instructions for logging into Collaborate webinars

    Step 1 – For the best experience we recommend using the Google Chrome Browser.
    For more information on which browser to use please access this link:
    https://help.blackboard.com/Collaborate/Ultra/Participant/Get_Started/Browser_Support

    Once the web browser is open, go to www.tafesa.edu.au

    Step 2 – Logging In
    Clicking on either option in step 1 will take you to the screen below where you will need to log in before
    proceeding. If you selected to click on ‘LEARN’ in step 1, once you have completed step 2 - skip step 3 as
    this will automatically sign you in.

    Your login details will be:


    Username: Your TAFESA student email address – for example:
    firstname.lastname@student.tafesa.edu.au
    Password
    If you have not logged into the Aa and your 8 digit date of birth – for example: Aa31011985
    TAFE SA system before
    If you have logged onto the TAFE The password you selected when you logged in for the first time
    SA system before

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    Step 3 – Logging in via the TAFE SA Portal


    If you selected ‘Portal’ in Step 1 – the screen below will appear once you have logged in (step 2)
    Please note: you will remain logged into the portal and are able to access any of the areas below without needing
    to re-enter your password – until you close your internet browser. If you close your internet browser, you will need
    to repeat all the steps again.

    Step 4 – TAFE SA LEARN – accessing your units and Collaborate webinar link

    Select from the ‘My Courses’ page the unit you want to access the Collaborate webinar session in.

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    Instructions for logging into Collaborate webinars

    The image below is an example of what a course may look like. Select the Section/Topic Area from the
    Contents on the left-hand side of the page or where you have been directed to by your lecturer to
    access the Collaborate webinar link

    The Collaborate link will look similar to the below image:

    Hints and Tips if you see the following error message:

    To resolve this
    • open Chrome (iOS use Safari) and re-sign into Learn – www.tafesa.edu.au
    • copy and paste the link into Chrome.

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    Instructions for logging into Collaborate webinars

    When entering the link, you may see one of two options to enter your webinar
    Option 1

    For this option, look for the webinar title and date. Click on the title for your specific webinar to see
    the following screen and click Join Session.

    Option 2
    Once clicked on the Purple icon, a page will open with a slightly different Join Session button

    Both options will allow you to access the webinar session. Once you enter the webinar session, you
    will be asked to set up your microphone and camera

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    Setting up your camera and audio


    Once you have singed in you will be asked to set up your Camera and Audio.

    1. Click on ‘Allow’ to use your microphone and camera, don’t worry no one will be able to see your or
    hear you until you complete the set up.

    2. AUDIO TEST - MICROPHONE: A microphone test will appear, speak a few words, the purple bar should
    move on screen when you talk.

    Technical Help: If the purple bar does not move, try clicking on the drop-down arrow and select the
    correct microphone in the list. If you still experience problem please go to step 3 below, once in the
    room the presenter will be able to assist.

    3. Click on “Yes – It’s working

    4. VIDEO TEST: A video test will next appear, if your camera is


    working you will see yourself pop up on the screen.

    Technical Help: If your camera does not automatically start, try


    clicking on the drop-down arrow and select the correct camera
    in the list.

    5. If all is ok, click “Yes – It’s working”

    Blackboard Tutorial
    Once you enter the webinar for your first time, you will be guided
    through a quick overview of the online environment.
    1. If you wish you can click start tutorial while you wait for your session to
    commence. Click on Start Tutorial

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    2. Click the next button as you work your way through


    3. Then click close at the end.

    Getting to know your online environment


    Now you have entered the main room of the online webinar and are waiting for your session to
    commence.
    Your lecturer will introduce themselves or place a message on the screen when the session is about to
    start

    Session Tools
    Here are a few tools that you will be using through your session, these are located on the bottom of
    your screen in the centre. The presenter will also go through these with you on the day.

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    Collaborate Panel Features

    FEEDBACK
    Provides ways of communicating to the
    presenter without having to speak or type.
    Presenters may ask you to provide a response or
    to engage within a session. The icons are
    explained below:
    You can select to Agree (green with a tick) or
    Disagree (red with a cross), or you can use emoji
    to provide a response. From here you can leave
    your session or mark if you need to be away for a
    moment of time.

    MICROPHONE
    Click on this button to turn your microphone
    ON and OFF
    You will not see this option
    when you first sign in

    CAMERA
    Click on this button to turn your
    camera ON and OFF
    You will not see this option
    when you first sign in

    HANDS UP
    If you have a question or need
    help click on the ‘Hands Up’
    button.
    When your hand is up it will go
    purple

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    Collaborate panel
    Here are a few features that you may need to use throughout your session.
    1. Open the Collaborate panel by selecting the purple arrow in the bottom right hand corner of the
    screen

    Open Collaborate Panel Close Collaborate Panel

    Collaborate Panel Features

    CHAT
    This is where you can communicate
    with the presenter

    SHARE SCREEN
    This is where you can share your
    screen

    Attendees
    Here you can see a list of participants
    and the names of the moderators
    (organisers/presenters of session).

    next to participants name will


    allow you to send them a private
    chat (all chats are visible to the
    moderators).
    next to your name will inform you
    of the strength of your
    bandwidth.

    SETTING
    Where you can check your camera and
    microphone settings and volume

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    Instructions for logging into Collaborate webinars

    Starting your Session - Being prepared

    What you need to check – Essential requirements to undertake Cyber Security online

    Computer/Laptop It is recommended to use a


    computer/laptop; however, a tablet is an
    alternative option

    Webcam or inbuilt This will be used to validate your


    camera identification, supervise your session and
    participate in the lecture.

    Speakers/Headphones Allows you to hear the presenter. An


    alternative audio option is using your
    mobile phone once you have entered
    the session.

    Microphone Allows you to speak to the presenter. An


    alternative chat box option is available
    once you have entered the session.

    Internet access It is recommended to use a secure WIFI


    or internet connection. Mobile data
    download is an option by the participant,
    and it is estimated to use 300MB of your
    data.

    Browser þ Recommended
    • Google Chrome (preferred) for Windows,
    Click here to see if Mac and Android
    your browser is • Safari for Mac and iOS
    SUPPORTED • Mozilla Firefox for Windows, Mac
    ý Not supported - Internet Explorer

    Frequently Asked Questions


    I can't hear anything. Can I change the volume?
    Adjust your microphone and speaker volume in My Settings.
    I can't find my audio button or can’t turn on my video. How do I turn my audio on?
    The presenter may have turned off your audio in the session. This will be turned back on when you are
    in your private breakout room.
    Where do I download Google Chrome from?
    If you do not have Chrome installed on your computer, go to https://www.google.com/chrome/
    How do I access recordings after the lecture?
    Recordings of the lecture are available 24 hours after the lecture has completed. You can access these
    by re-entering the session and the recording will be a link at the bottom of the page

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