You can connect from our home page (www.norquest.ca/tutor) through the links partway down the page:
You will be asked to log in to your NorQuest Moodle account, and if this is your first time to "Self Enroll" in our Moodle page.
After, you will be taken to our Moodle homepage. Once there scroll until you see the BlackBoard links for tutorial help.
Blackboard Collaborate is mobile-friendly. Follow the same instructions listed above from your phone's browser.
When logging in, please use your first name, and then the subject you are working on in parentheses.
For example: Cris (physics) or Sheema (English 10-2).
Your microphone and video will be turned off by default ( 
). Please be aware that you are in a room with other students should you choose to turn these on.
What if I am alone in the waiting room?
This is very common. When you join our waiting room, you will not be able to see the breakout rooms our tutors/coaches use to work with students .
Please use the raise hand button ( 
) to signal you need help. The number in the top right corner will tell you what number you currently are in line. We are working with other students and will be with you shortly!
How do I chat in in Blackboard?
The chat is in the purple Collaborate menu (
), then the Chat button (
). If messages pop up on the screen, you can also click on those to open the chat window. Be aware the "everyone" chat goes to ALL students and staff in the Tutorial BlackBoard.
I can’t hear anyone talking in Blackboard – what is wrong?
There are a couple possibilities, and a couple things you can try
1) What web browser are you using? Blackboard has problems working with Microsoft edge and Safari. Google Chrome works best.
2) Make sure your computer or mobile devices’ volume is on. If using a headset, try unplugging and plugging it back in.
3) Check if your Blackboard speaker volume is OK. To do this, click the purple Collaborate button (), then the Settings button (
) and check if the “speaker volume“ is OK – the slider should be at or near 100% 
.
4) Try closing your browser and logging in again or turning your computer or device off, then back on again.
5) If nothing works, please contact technical support at computercommons@norquest.ca or 1-780-644-6085.
How do I share my screen?
To share your screen with us, click the purple Collaborate button () then Share (
).
You can then choose 
Once there, you have 3 options to choose from:
1) Choosing the "your entire screen" options allows the Tutor-Coach to see everything that you see.
2) The application window option allows you to share your entire chrome window, or other applications open on your computer.
3) The chrome tab option allows you to specifically share only one chrome tab with the tutor.
Important: if you do not click on the picture or name of your application- the share button will not light up. Please make sure you click on screen you want to show, then click the share button.
How do I stop sharing my screen?
To stop sharing your screen, click the stop button
beside the Share Application/Screen option.
How do I use the whiteboard tools?
If a tutor-coach has shared a whiteboard or a file with you, you can write on it using the buttons at the top. 
Click on the pencil and start writing using your mouse or finger (if on a mobile device).
Click on the letter "T" and choose a place to start typing by clicking (or tapping if on a mobile device).
1. Log into MyMail here.
2. On the top right corner of your screen, click on the square with dots inside
3. Scroll down the menu on your screen and click the Docs Icon
4. To start a new document, click the Blank Document icon
How do I Share a Google Document?
1. When you want to share your document with a Tutor-Coach, classmate or instructor, click the share button on the top right corner of the of your screen
2. Type their email in this box.
3. Once you type their email into the box, follow the next three steps.
Step 1 – make sure the word Editor is in the box. If it is not, click the down arrow and select Editor.
Step 2- Make sure the box ‘Notify People’ is checked. This will send an email to let them know that they have access to your document.
Step 3- Click Send. They will get an email and have access to type on your document.
When an icon appears on the top right-hand corner like this:
That means the individual has gotten in successfully.
How do I Download a Google Document?
Google Docs are only accessible with an internet connection. If you would like to download your document to a Microsoft Word file, complete the following steps:
1. Click File at the top left hand corner.
2. Click on Download. Then, click Microsoft Word (.docx)
3. The document will download to your computer. Because these are different programs, sometimes there are format changes from Google Doc to Microsoft Word. Format includes font, line spacing and title pages and alignments. Before you submit your work, check to see if any changes need to be fixed.
How do I save a google document?
Google Documents will automatically save any changes you make to your document in real time. This means every time you type or delete something, the document saves itself.
How do I save make sure I can find a document again?
Make sure you give your document a descriptive title before you start.
Including a date when you made the document can also be helpful. Something like "My Resume May 2020" is a good title that will help you find this again later.
How do I find a google document?
Google Documents save to the cloud, but where is that and how do you find it again later?
Taking the time to set up the Google drive for your Google account with appropriate folders can be a time consuming task. Luckily there are search functions built in the the suite to help you find what you have made!
There are 3 main ways to find your document:
First is the "Search" function at the top.
Second is the "Recent documents" at the bottom of the page.
Third is the "File picker" which opens up a browser tab for your Google drive.
How do I use the file picker?
The file picker can be the most confusing method of finding your files and is usually only necessary if you are looking for an old file and you cannot remember exactly what you titled your document.
This method relies on you previously organizing your Google Drive by creating folders and moving like documents in to these folders. If you have never done this, you may find yourself scrolling through thousands of files looking for the right one.
You can connect with a Tutor-Coach by email or calling the desk to leave a voicemail at 780-644-5864.
Or come to our Blackboard drop-in through our Moodle page (you will have to click "enroll me" the first time you visit this page)!
The NorQuest Librarians have made resources for citation and reference help:
For citation, reference and research questions, please click here to book an appointment with a Librarian.
Any further questions, you can Live Chat with them or email library@norquest.ca
Please visit the Accessibility Guide to book an Accessibility Intake meeting with a Navigator. Once you meet with a Navigator, you will then register you with Accessibility Services and will assist you with submitting the proper documentation.
If you have any further questions after the Accessibility Intake appointment, you can email Disability.intake@norquest.ca.
Please visit the Student Guide to Accommodated Exams to book any test/quiz/exam with the Testing Centre. Once you review the information, you will be able to book exams for in-person and online courses.
If you have any further questions about booking your test/quiz/exam with the Testing Centre, you can email accommodated.exams@norquest.ca (for Edmonton Campus) or regional@norquest.ca for Wetaskiwin Campus.
You can access Read & Write from your Moodle page when you sign in.
How-to videos are available here: https://myclass.norquest.ca/course/view.php?id=18365.
Yes you can! Visit the library on the second floor of the Singhmar Centre to check out what texts we have on reserve. You can also request books we may not currently have.
Any further questions, you can Live Chat with them or email library@norquest.ca
To learn more about other Student Services you can access click here
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