How to Onboard Students into Ensemble Block
Following this step-by-step guide ensures your students successfully onboard, engage with the content, and maximize their learning potential.
Step 1: Student Sign-Ups (Onboard as a Class)
- Create free student logins:
- Bookmark the platform:
- Add a shortcut icon to students’ devices.
- Save the platform as a bookmark for quick access.
Tip: Walk students through setting up bookmarks and shortcuts as a class activity to ensure everyone has easy access to the platform.
Step 2: View Director’s Report (DR)
- Verify your teacher account settings:
- Confirm your account settings is actively linked to view student usage
- Manage student rosters:
- Archive students who have graduated or left the program.
- Send updated student rosters to our support team:
- Include all schools and classes you manage.
- If students are transitioning from middle school to high school, mark them with an *asterisk so we can update their portal.*
Pro Tip: Regularly review your DR to keep your reports organized and focused on active students.
Step 3: Review Available Content
- Explore educational resources:
- All-State Performances and Lessons
- Region Performances and Lessons
- Evergreen performance and lesson content
- Request additional resources:
- Share any content requests or projects with our support team for customized recommendations.
Enhancement Idea: Schedule brief review sessions to explore new content updates as they become available, helping students stay engaged and informed.
Step 4: Activate Students During Class
- Troubleshoot login issues:
- Have all students log in during class to ensure they have access.
- Assist with password resets and other account issues.
- Demonstrate platform usage:
- Show students how to navigate the platform and find relevant content.
- Model how they can integrate the platform into their practice routines.
- Integrate videos into assignments:
- Assign specific videos as part of practice tests, playing assessments, or homework.
- Encourage students to explore and share their favorite videos within the class.
Retention Strategy: Hold periodic check-ins with students to discuss their experience with the platform, gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
Tips for Success
- Encourage students to log in at home as well, reinforcing the habit of using the platform regularly.
- Incorporate brief tutorials or platform navigation quizzes to ensure students are comfortable with the interface.
- Use the platform to support your in class during rehearsal and playing tests
Warnings
- Make sure all students log in at least once within the first week to confirm account setup
- Regularly review your director’s report to catch any inconsistencies in student data early.