Using Avenue to Learn Effectively
Avenue to Learn is a student’s go-to space for course information outside of class time. It benefits students and instructors alike to have an Avenue course shell that is comprehensive, navigable, and engaging!
Teaching and Learning Services can provide consultations on how to maximize the effectiveness of your Avenue to Learn course shell, whether it’s for a registrar-scheduled course or another type of learning experience, reach out to us via email!
Get started with Avenue to Learn
Avenue to Learn basics
Avenue to Learn is McMaster University’s Learning Management System (LMS), powered by Brightspace. It serves as a central hub where instructors can organize course materials, collect assignments, post grades and feedback, facilitate discussions, share announcements, and more.
To get started, explore the Avenue to Learn Fundamentals Guide for step-by-step instructions and essential tips.
Fundamentals guide
Setting up a course shell
Avenue Course Shells are available for all registrar-scheduled classes by visiting the Avenue to Learn Course Request site. Learning experiences that are not tied to registrar-scheduled classes can also use Avenue to Learn as an LMS platform – Check out this FAQ that covers how do I request a continuing/non-registrar course shell.
Once you have a course shell on Avenue to Learn, reach out to Teaching and Learning Services to have a standard DeGroote course template added to your shell for you to build on!
Avenue to Learn support
The MacPherson Institute supports Avenue to Learn. If you are getting started or troubleshooting, you can find the answers to most questions on the Avenue to Learn Knowledge Base. For technical questions or support, submit a ticket to the Avenue Support Team.
The DeGroote Teaching and Learning Services team provides consultations on levelling up your online course presence on Avenue to Learn to encourage an effective and engaging experience for you and your learners. Book a consultation with us to discuss how we can help!
Avenue to Learn tools guide
Looking to become an Avenue to Learn (A2L) super user? A2L offers a range of powerful tools that can streamline teaching and enhance the student experience. Explore five lesser-known Avenue to Learn features that can help instructors save time, improve communication, and elevate their course design.
Learn MoreOnboarding to Avenue to Learn
At DeGroote, Avenue to Learn (A2L) is the primary platform for delivering course content, managing assignments, facilitating discussions, posting grades and feedback, and supporting both in-person and online learning environments across all programs. Learn more from the onboarding guide.
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