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OEDD Contact Information
Instructional Design Support Specialists:
> Barbara Pisano  721-8972
> Jennifer Rosamond  721-8971

Senior Instructional Designers:
> Lauren Francisco  721-6265
> Clare Billman  404-290-9305

Blackboard/WebCT Administrator:
> Shawnee Sloop  721-8970

Director:
> Mark Staples  721-1577
ATTENTION!!  If you cannot login to Vista, you need to contact the Online Support Center.  Have them verify that you have an account and if necessary, reset your password.

Vista Orientation
Watch This First: Browser Configuration
- Vista requires that you have a certain version of Java installed on your web browser in order for it to function properly.  This tutorial will show you what version you need and how to install it.
PopUp Blocker Help
- If you click on a link or tool in Vista that is supposed to open in a new browser window and nothing happens, chances are you have a PopUp Blocker turned on.  There are many different PopUp Blockers out there and sometimes it is not obvious that one is enabled in your browser. This link will provide you with information on how to disable the most common PopUp Blockers.
Vista Login & Navigation
- New to Blackboard Vista?  Not sure how to login?  Need help getting around in your course?  This tutorial will answer all of those questions.
How to take a Quiz
- Nervous about taking a quiz or test online?  Watch this tutorial to prepare yourself for taking tests in Blackboard Vista.
How to use the Assignment Tool
- Have an assignment due in Blackboard Vista?  Watch this tutorial to learn how to use Vista's assignment tool and get your homework in on time.
Discussion Boards
- This tutorial will show you how to use Blackboard Vista's Discussion Tool. 
Chat
- This tutorial will show you how to use Blackboard Vista's Chat Tool. 
Online Support Center Website & Expectations
- The Online Support Center (OSC) provides technical support for Blackboard Vista. This link will provide you with an overview of what you can expect when you visit the OSC website.
Scheduled Vista Unavailable Time
- Every other Friday, Vista is unavailable for scheduled maintenance from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am on Saturday.  The full schedule for Fall 2007 is located at http://www.alt.usg.edu/gaview/support/maint-schedule.phtml. The Schedule is also located on the MCG events calendar.  Reminder announcements will be delivered in Vista on the Wednesday preceeding each maintenance window.  The schedule and reminders are made available for you to schedule your submissions for quizzes, discussions, and assignments appropriately.