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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are links to step by step instructions for our most frequently asked questions.


Video Tutorials

Video walkthroughs of IPA features.

NOTE: The user interface may have changed since the videos were created as we continue to make improvements to IPA

Part One - Introduction

This is a basic introduction to the Instructional Planning and Administration program.

Part Two - Logging In, Looking Around

This video shows what it looks like to log in, and explains basic page features.

Part Three - Workgroup Management

The Workgroup Management page allows you to add and remove users, instructors, and TAs.

Part Four - Courses Module

The Courses Module lets you import and rollover courses and sections.

Part Five - Teaching Call and Teaching Assignments

IPA can manage your teaching call automatically - sending e-mails as well as follow-ups.

Part Six - Teaching Calls with IPA (Instructor Perspective)

This video is meant for instructors who want a quick explanation of how to use IPA for their teaching call.

Part Seven - Scheduling Module

The scheduling module lets you place section activities (lectures, discussions, labs, etc.) on a calendar, with various filtering and sorting options.

Part Eight - Support Assignments (No Call)

The Support Assignments module enables you to automatically collect preferences from TAs and readers.

Budget Module - (1 of 2) - Introduction and Concepts

The Budget Module allows you to add costs to your instrictional plan. This video introduces important concepts about the operation of the module.

Budget Module - (2 of 2) - Setting Costs

This video demonstrates setting costs in the Budget Module. Be sure to watch the video above first to learn important concepts about how the budget module uses IPA data.

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