Access Section Settings:
Click on the gear icon next to the section you want to adjust
Key Settings
General Settings:
Section Name: Customize the name of your section
Teachers: Add or change teachers for the section
Timezone: Set the timezone for the section
Course Progression: Control how students progress through the course content
Options: Module by module, lesson by lesson, step by step, or no locking
This tool ensures students follow the curriculum in a structured manner, preventing them from skipping ahead and missing crucial information.
Kira AI:
Enable or disable Kira AI to help students with coding exercises
Change the reading level and support level for the AI tutor
Customize these settings across the section or for individual students
Kira AI provides students with additional support, enhancing their learning experience and helping them overcome challenges in real time. If you want to learn more about Kira AI, check out this article.
Global Autograder Settings:
Adjust settings for the autograder, such as ignoring case sensitivity or whitespace
This tool helps make grading more fair and accurate by adjusting parameters to focus on students' understanding rather than formatting issues
Archive Your Section(s):
Put your sections in inactive mode so students are not tempted to continue working beyond the grading period
This tool helps ensure your dashboard and your students' dashboard is clean and up to date. It's a best practice to archive your sections at the end of a grading period to eliminate room for confusion and keep your dashboard neat and tidy.
Summary
Adjusting section settings helps you tailor the learning experience to meet the specific needs of different student groups. By customizing settings such as section name, content locking, and enabling AI assistance, you create a structured and supportive learning environment that fosters student success.