FAQ on Moving to UniversitySite 2017
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What if I am using your SharePoint Learning Kit Web Parts?
There's a new version of the SharePoint Learning Kit that includes a few new web parts. Upgrading SLK is recommended, but UniversitySite 2017 is compatible with the prior version of the SharePoint Learning Kit.
What's the learning curve for learners?
None. Significant changes were made to InstructorSite. LearningSite has very few changes. Most people don't even notice them. The most significant change is in the navigation bar where Videos was renamed to On-Demand.
What's the learning curve for Instructors?
Minor. The layout of all our editors has definitely changed, and we believe in ways that make them easier to use. It will feel different until you get used to it but in our usability testing and our own use we have good reason to believe you will find it a nice improvement!
Can we have a test site?
Since InstructorSite 2014 and InstructorSite 2017 are compatible you will be able to switch back and forth between them. We feel that a test site isn't necessary because of this. However, if you feel different we can provide a test site but since we incur additional fees from Microsoft will have to charge for it.
Will we still have access to the Legacy InstructorSite?
Yes, you can easily switch back and forth between InstructorSite 2014 and InstructorSite 2017 as much as you want to.
How do I access InstructorSite 2017?
Once InstructorSite 2017 has been added to UniversitySite, you will be able to access it by changing your URL.
The URL for InstructorSite 2014 ends with '/start.aspx'. Replace that with '/instructor' to access InstructorSite 2017.
See example below:
How do I switch back to InstructorSite 2014?
From the navbar click 'InstructorSite' to expand the drop-down and then click 'Legacy InstructorSite'.
See example below:
Is it safe to continue to add course attachments in Legacy InstructorSite?
It's safe but it's not ideal because while course attachments created in Legacy InstructorSite will appear on the course in LeaningSite they won't appear on LearningSite's On-Demand page until they are migrated.
How can I make InstructorSite 2017 the default landing site instead of InstructorSite 2014?
From the InstructorSite 2017, click on your name to expand the drop-down, then click on Global Settings, then click on Navigation Settings.
The recommended settings are indicated on the screen. Make sure they are selected. See example below:
How can I encourage the use of InstructorSite 2017 instead of Legacy?
Enable the banner message displayed below. How? The answer is in the prior screenshot. ;)
