How do I change my Discussions settings?

The Discussions tool is a popular tool used in many courses at McMaster. There are a variety of ways you can personalize your Discussions to your liking. Please view the setting options below to set up your Discussions tool. Changing Discussion Settings 1. On the navbar under communication click Discussions.  […]

Taking a Quiz

To take a Quiz on Avenue to Learn, use the Quizzes tool. To take a Quiz follow these steps: 1. On the navbar under Assessments, click Quizzes. 2. On the Quizzes page, select the quiz you want to take. 3. Read the instructions and details for the quiz carefully. Click […]

How do I submit an assignment?

Submitting an Assignment The Assignments tool enables you to submit assignments in Avenue to Learn. To submit an assignment follow the steps below.  1. From the Assessments on the navbar, click Assignments. 2. Click on the assignment you want to submit to.     3. Read through and follow the […]

How do I start or reply to a discussion thread?

The Discussions tool is an area where students and instructors can read, reply, and start discussion posts on different topics. Discussions can be used for assessments, sharing thoughts about course materials, asking questions, sharing files, or working with peers. Creating a Discussion thread 1. On the navbar under communication click […]

Can students delete an assignment submission?

Unfortunately, once an assignment has been successfully submitted you cannot delete it. However, if you have the ability to make another submission you can make a resubmission. Please indicate that your new submission is your final submission by contacting your instructor directly or through other appropriate methods (e.g. comments in […]

Student’s Guide To Avenue To Learn

If you are a student that is new to Avenue to Learn or Brightspace and are looking for the basics to help navigate you through Avenue to Learn, then this documentation is for you. Note: Avenue to Learn will also be referred to as Avenue. Logging onto Avenue Before you […]