This article contains information helpful to faculty using Waymaker for the first time.
What is included in a Waymaker course?
Waymaker courses include:
- content aligned to learning outcomes
- Student Engagement Center (formerly Waymaker Faculty Tools)
- Faculty Resources module containing pacing guides, question banks, assignments, PowerPoint decks, and an EPUB.
- Student orientation module: Succeeding With Waymaker
- Study Plans with content, practice activities, assignments, discussions and a graded quiz
Is there somebody who can help me?
Yes, we have representatives who can assist you. If you are unsure who your regional representative is, submit a ticket. Let us know where you are teaching and which Waymaker course you are using. We're here to help!
How do I access my course?
You access and manage all Waymaker materials through your learning management system (LMS).
- Log onto your school’s learning management system (LMS).
- Access your course shell or course site.
- To view learning activities in your LMS, go to:
- Folders in Blackboard
- Modules in Canvas
- Content Modules in D2L Brightspace
- Content Modules in Moodle
Do you have a checklist to help me get my course set up?
Yes! We have a Course Ready Checklist with everything you need to set your course.
We also have a list of helpful links for customizing your syllabus, customizing the study plan, using assessments, and resources to support students.
How do I set up the messaging tools? Do I need to set up the messaging tools for every section I am teaching with Waymaker?
- We have step-by-step instructions to set up and customize the messaging tools here.
- You do need to set up the messaging tools for every section.
How do students purchase Waymaker?
We have payment instructions here.
We have tips on using activation codes here.
What if I need technical assistance?