Louisiana State University Alexandria

New Student? Come learn about Moodle!

During a 30 min training session, we will introduce you to Moodle and its basic features and functionalities so you're familiar with your learning management system before Fall 2022 classes begin!

This training is 100% online and are not required. Connection details will be sent at least 1 hour in advance. Register for a session at the link below. All times are CST.

• August 9
  • 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
• August 10
  • 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
• August 18
  • 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
• August 19
  • 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM

Register at: https://my.lsua.edu/Training/SelectTraining

Below are campus resources that you might find useful.

• Academic Calendars. These calendars show a schedule of events that occur in an academic year. These events may include examination dates, breaks, registration dates, and other important dates. The calendars are located on the Registrar's homepage. Click here. 

• Campus Events. The calendars below list current campus events.
  • Student Life Calendar
  • Campus Calendar

• COVID Information. Visit the following website for Coronavirus information and updates from LSUA. https://www.lsua.edu/coronavirus 

• Library Resources. The Bolton Library provides a lot of useful resources, services, and spaces to foster a community of learning. Check out some of their helpful links below.
  • Library's Main Page
  • Library LibGuides

• Free Microsoft Office. Microsoft Office 365 is available, for free, to all currently enrolled students. Click here for more details on how to get started. 

• New to Moodle or need a refresher. Below is a quick student guide and a link to Moodle articles on our IET Knowledge base.
  • Moodle Quick Student Guide
  • Moodle Articles for Students at IET’s Knowledge Base

• Online exam proctoring. Below are student guides on the online-proctoring services that your instructor may use in your course.
  • ProctorU – Student Guide
  • MonitorEDU - Student Guide

• Zoom Web Meetings. Below are helpful articles on using Zoom.
  • Joining a Meeting
  • Schedule a Meeting (Be sure to set a password for you meetings to avoid being “Zoombombed”)
  • Sign up for a Free Zoom Account

• Online Tutoring Support. As an LSUA student, you will receive 10 free hours of online tutoring. Visit the website below to learn more.
  • http://www.lsua.edu/campus-life/dose/css/tutoring

• The Writing Center. To learn more visit https://www.lsua.edu/library/library-services/writing-center

• Emotional Support. Contact one of your LSUA counselors. https://www.lsua.edu/campus-life/dose/counseling

• Emergency Text Messages - Make sure your emergency contact information is up to date.
  • Sign up for Emergency Text Messages

• Computer Labs. Visit the following link to learn more about the computer labs on campus and their availability. http://www.lsua.edu/iet#Labs

• Technical issues. Submit a Help Desk ticket by emailing iethelp@lsua.edu

As an LSUA enrolled student, you will receive 10 free hours of online tutoring each semester through Thinkingstorm.

This service provides convenient and comprehensive online support for topics like Math, Writing, Science, Business, Statistics, and more. This service can be accessed by enrolled LSUA students from any internet-connected-computer via your “My LSUA” account and Moodle. The service is available free of charge seven days a week, 9:00 AM-3:00 AM.

SUBJECTS SUPPORTED

ThinkingStorm is open every day for online tutoring, which includes on-demand, appointment-based and asynchronous support.

Live, On-Demand Tutoring

• Math
• Statistics
• Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)

Live, Appointment-Based Tutoring

• Writing
• Business (Accounting, Finance, Economics)
• Advanced Statistics
• Microsoft Office

24/7 Writing Center Tutoring

• Submission-based support for all levels of written work
• 24/7 Live Chat Support and Email. Phone support is Monday-Friday 9-5
• Online orientation available that walks student through set up and logistics

ACCESSING ONLINE TUTORING

LSUA students can access ThinkingStorm’s online tutoring services from two convenient locations:

1. MOODLE LOGIN
   • Log in to LSUA Moodle and open one of your courses
   • Click on the Online Tutoring link in your course menu to automatically log in to ThinkingStorm
2. myLSUA LOGIN
   • Log in to your myLSUA portal
   • Click the Student tab. 
   • Click on the Online Tutoring to log in to ThinkingStorm

QUESTIONS?

Live Chat:     Available 24/7: use the “Chat Online” icon on the ThinkingStorm homepage.

Phone:     Toll Free: 877-889-5996, 9am-5pm Central, Monday-Friday.

Email:     Available 24/7: care@thinkingstorm.com.

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