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'''You do ''not'' have to be an expert in every area of EVE Online to teach classes''', nor do you have to know every last detail of your particular speciality. If you have a good working knowledge of a specific part of the game, that might be the right topic to teach. You should be comfortable with most aspects of your chosen subject, be able to present them in a concise and understandable manner, and be able to answer student questions. | '''You do ''not'' have to be an expert in every area of EVE Online to teach classes''', nor do you have to know every last detail of your particular speciality. If you have a good working knowledge of a specific part of the game, that might be the right topic to teach. You should be comfortable with most aspects of your chosen subject, be able to present them in a concise and understandable manner, and be able to answer student questions. | ||
{{CollapseBox|Example knowledge for "Introduction to Exploration"| | {{CollapseBox|width= 40%|Example knowledge for "Introduction to Exploration"| | ||
* Know the procedures: how does one go about "doing exploration"? | * Know the procedures: how does one go about "doing exploration"? | ||
* Know the mechanical parts: the process of scanning down signatures and the hacking minigame | * Know the mechanical parts: the process of scanning down signatures and the hacking minigame | ||
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* Constructive class feedback, gathered by students filling out the [http://www.eveuni.org/classfeedback Class Feedback Form] at the end of your class. | * Constructive class feedback, gathered by students filling out the [http://www.eveuni.org/classfeedback Class Feedback Form] at the end of your class. | ||
==Choosing a topic== | == Choosing a topic == | ||
===CORE classes=== | === CORE classes === | ||
In order to make teaching as accessible as possible and to provide students with the proper basic knowledge to find their way in New Eden, the [[Teaching Department]] offers a [[Classes|library of ready-to-teach "CORE" classes]]. Most new teachers are advised to start their teaching career with one of these: they are easy to pick up and teach if you have a working knowledge of the topic area. | In order to make teaching as accessible as possible and to provide students with the proper basic knowledge to find their way in New Eden, the [[Teaching Department]] offers a [[Classes|library of ready-to-teach "CORE" classes]]. Most new teachers are advised to start their teaching career with one of these: they are easy to pick up and teach if you have a working knowledge of the topic area. | ||
===Other classes=== | === Other classes === | ||
By their very nature, CORE classes do not cover all areas of interest and expertise in EVE Online. We encourage experienced and/or specialized teachers to develop and hold their own classes. | By their very nature, CORE classes do not cover all areas of interest and expertise in EVE Online. We encourage experienced and/or specialized teachers to develop and hold their own classes. | ||
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* Please do follow the scheduling formats below - classes not following these formats may not be eligible for teaching medals and titles (our Teaching Department may not see them to record the class occurring!) | * Please do follow the scheduling formats below - classes not following these formats may not be eligible for teaching medals and titles (our Teaching Department may not see them to record the class occurring!) | ||
===Forum announcement=== | === Forum announcement === | ||
* Post an advert as a new topic in the [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=72 Scheduled Classes Forum], using the standard format described below. | * Post an advert as a new topic in the [https://forum.eveuniversity.org/viewforum.php?f=72 Scheduled Classes Forum], using the standard format described below. | ||
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* If you do lack access to this forum, please ask the [[Teaching Department]] to do this for you. | * If you do lack access to this forum, please ask the [[Teaching Department]] to do this for you. | ||
{{CollapseBox|Forum Template|<pre>[img]link to suitable image to illustrate class[/img] | {{CollapseBox|width= 45%|Forum Template|<pre>[img]link to suitable image to illustrate class[/img] | ||
Short description of what this class is. Maybe who it's intended for, how it improves your game, etc. Feel free to copy from historical class announcements for the same class! | Short description of what this class is. Maybe who it's intended for, how it improves your game, etc. Feel free to copy from historical class announcements for the same class! | ||
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* Include a link to the forum post for the class | * Include a link to the forum post for the class | ||
===Pings=== | === Pings === | ||
Please ping "@everyone" in the "#ping-class" Discord channel shortly before you start, and you can ping with advance notice beforehand. | Please ping "@everyone" in the "#ping-class" Discord channel shortly before you start, and you can ping with advance notice beforehand. | ||
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EVE University members can also put an announcement in the "Alliance" chat channel in-game. | EVE University members can also put an announcement in the "Alliance" chat channel in-game. | ||
==Changes to scheduled classes== | == Changes to scheduled classes == | ||
Sometimes the unexpected happens, and you must change or cancel a class after it has been announced. That's ok! Real life comes first. | Sometimes the unexpected happens, and you must change or cancel a class after it has been announced. That's ok! Real life comes first. | ||
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Please use the following guidance for how to ensure your audience knows about the changes. Generally speaking - please do not delete posts or calendar events - this leaves the audience unaware and searching for what they thought they saw before! | Please use the following guidance for how to ensure your audience knows about the changes. Generally speaking - please do not delete posts or calendar events - this leaves the audience unaware and searching for what they thought they saw before! | ||
===Changing your forum announcement=== | === Changing your forum announcement === | ||
* Please do not delete the forum announcement - students may have already put the class on their own personal calendar. | * Please do not delete the forum announcement - students may have already put the class on their own personal calendar. | ||
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*** Please do not simply edit your post - editing a post does not push it to the top and flag it as new content for people that have previously read the post. | *** Please do not simply edit your post - editing a post does not push it to the top and flag it as new content for people that have previously read the post. | ||
===Changing your calendar event=== | === Changing your calendar event === | ||
* Please do not delete the calendar event - students may have already put the class on their own personal calendar. | * Please do not delete the calendar event - students may have already put the class on their own personal calendar. | ||
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** Create a new calendar event for the new class date and time, following the guidance in the Scheduling Your Class section above. | ** Create a new calendar event for the new class date and time, following the guidance in the Scheduling Your Class section above. | ||
===Pings: cancelling on short notice=== | === Pings: cancelling on short notice === | ||
If your class is to be held in the next four hours, and you must cancel - first, don't feel terrible! Real life happens and that's ok. However, please: | If your class is to be held in the next four hours, and you must cancel - first, don't feel terrible! Real life happens and that's ok. However, please: | ||
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** If someone does take the class over after the ping in the first bullet goes out - please be sure to ping again noting that the class is back on! | ** If someone does take the class over after the ping in the first bullet goes out - please be sure to ping again noting that the class is back on! | ||
= Holding your class = | == Holding your class == | ||
===Beforehand === | === Beforehand === | ||
* '''Ensure that you have the Teaching role on Discord to allow you to stream slides on Discord'''. This is arranged via Alliance Auth and will need you to contact a Teaching Officer at least 24-48hrs ahead of your class. | * '''Ensure that you have the Teaching role on Discord to allow you to stream slides on Discord'''. This is arranged via Alliance Auth and will need you to contact a Teaching Officer at least 24-48hrs ahead of your class. | ||
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* Be assertive. Do not shy away from letting the class know certain questions will be addressed after the lecture, or referring to additional classes/materials so you can stick to your lesson plan. Make frequent references to the EVE University Wiki as needed and drop links in the [[Discord]] classroom channel text chats. For guest lecturers, a Teaching Officer can assist you in this. | * Be assertive. Do not shy away from letting the class know certain questions will be addressed after the lecture, or referring to additional classes/materials so you can stick to your lesson plan. Make frequent references to the EVE University Wiki as needed and drop links in the [[Discord]] classroom channel text chats. For guest lecturers, a Teaching Officer can assist you in this. | ||
* Do not be afraid to ''not'' know something. Get back to students on questions that you don’t know or see if someone else in the class knows the right answer. | * Do not be afraid to ''not'' know something. Get back to students on questions that you don’t know or see if someone else in the class knows the right answer. | ||
*In the event of a mumble issue during a scheduled class session, the '#class' backup voice channel has both voice and streaming permissions for those with the teacher role. This will allow you to conduct your class entirely from that channel when mumble is down. | * In the event of a mumble issue during a scheduled class session, the '#class' backup voice channel has both voice and streaming permissions for those with the teacher role. This will allow you to conduct your class entirely from that channel when mumble is down. | ||
The [[good teaching guide]] offers more detailed advice on preparation and delivery | The [[good teaching guide]] offers more detailed advice on preparation and delivery | ||
=== Discord streaming === | === Discord streaming === | ||
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[[File:Classroom-chat.png|thumb|Joining a Classroom Chat Channel - Click the Chat Bubble Shown in a Red Box in the Image]] | [[File:Classroom-chat.png|thumb|Joining a Classroom Chat Channel - Click the Chat Bubble Shown in a Red Box in the Image]] | ||
Be sure to open the chat for the class by clicking the "Show Chat" button in the upper right corner of the classroom channel! This is where students will ask questions during the class, where you can drop links for further information, and more! | Be sure to open the chat for the class by clicking the "Show Chat" button in the upper right corner of the classroom channel! This is where students will ask questions during the class, where you can drop links for further information, and more! | ||
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{{EVEUniversityNav}} | {{EVEUniversityNav}} | ||
[[Category:Teaching Resources]] | [[Category:Teaching Resources]] | ||