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Getting Started

Follow these steps to get started in our course.

Watch the Intro Video

This video is a brief introduction of the course. We will do a more detailed intro in class.

Join/Login

This class will use two main sites:

  1. The BMCC OpenLab
  2. Blackboard

OPENLAB: While you can view this class site on the OpenLab without being a member, you won’t be able to add content or participate in discussions (required). To become a member of the site:

  • Sign up for the OpenLab (instructions)
  • Go to our Class Profile Page
  • Click Request Membership (you have to be a logged in member of the OpenLab to see this)
  • After I approve the request, you will be a member.

BLACKBOARD: You should have access to this through your CUNYfirst Login. If you can’t log in to Blackboard, contact the BMCC Service Desk.

Get Your Computer Set Up

You need access to a computer (preferably yours you have access to each day). You will also need software. To start get these on your computer:

To see a full list of what we will use and to learn about how to borrow a computer from the Library, visit the Tools help page.

Get a Loaner

If you don’t have a computer that can do Zoom and do Audacity, or Photoshop or the other programs we will use, you can get one from the Library at BMCC.

Review the Syllabus

Read over the syllabus and let me know if you have questions. We will have an activity in class to see what you remember from it (focus on the information in the Basic Overview).