Virtual Event FAQ
Go to https://courses.wapaskwa.ca Our conference is being hosted by Wapaskwa Virtual Collegiate.
After you are registered, you will receive an email from support@wapaskwa.ca with your username and password.
Enter your assigned username and password at https://courses.wapaskwa.ca
- Username – ltf.[firstname].[lastname].
- Password – Default is abcd1234.
- Users will be prompted to change their password at first login.
You’ll receive an email after the registration date closes that will give you a username and password to login. Keep your password and username handy. You ‘ll be asked to change your password after the first time you login. After you’re in, you will be able to find your sessions from within our event site.
When you register with your own email address, you’ll be able to access video recordings of the sessions you’ve attended and download extra handout materials like PowerPoints. You’ll have access to this material for up to a month after the event has ended.
Brightspace is a learning management system (LMS) used to create, host and deliver online courses. It can also be used to host online virtual conferences using connected technologies to host meetings, share content and centralize the communications needed to host successful online events.
Yes, you can use your mobile device to access the virtual sessions. You can download the Brightspace Pulse app to connect to all sessions.
- Yes, download Brightspace Pulse. Once installed the app will ask you to search for your learning provider. Enter “WAPASKWA” in the search field.
- Apple Pulse QR code: hold camera phone over QR code to download app:
- Android Pulse QR code: hold camera phone over QR code to download app:
To get the best experience, you will need a laptop or desktop computer, a reliable internet connection and headphones with optional microphone.
We’re aware of the connectivity challenges that can cause issues for you. We are using a session meeting tool that’s been used in our Wapaskwa Virtual Collegiate to reliably deliver courses and meetings to low bandwidth communities.
Even still, if poor connection issues interrupt your session, we are providing access to downloadable recordings of all sessions. By registering, you have access to downloads even after the event is over.
Sure! We understand the internet connections and access to computers can be tricky at times. Groups of people are welcome to watch sessions together through a single attendee account. We just ask that all members of the group register, so that we know how many people are participating. Also, registering yourself means you can access recordings and downloads even after the event is over.
That depends on your session’s facilitator. They may encourage discussion or participation. If you have participated in a Zoom, Teams, or Google meeting before, you can expect a similar experience.
Here’s some information to help: https://bongolearn.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360019804913-Audio-Video-Basics-in-Virtual-Classroom
All sessions will be recorded and stored in the event site. By logging back into the event, you have access to watch or download the session recordings for one month after the event is over.
Yes, follow these instructions. https://bongolearn.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360012767354-Call-In-to-Join-Virtual-Classroom
Please download this calendar link and open it, to add a reminder to your calendar.
