Digital Theatre+ resources can be easily shared with students for interactive use in the Schoology learning management system. Follow these instructions to save and upload a DT+ resource as an assignment for students to annotate directly.
Step 1: Locate the Resource and Open the Print Dialog
Find the PDF or resource on Digital Theatre+ that you wish to use. Click the Print button to open the print dialog window.
Please note that a limited number of written resources on DT+ may not be available for Print or Download, due to licensing restrictions with our partners. However, all our purpose-built lesson plans, comprehensive study guides and student workbooks are perfectly suited for use in this way!
Step 2: Save the File as a PDF
In the print dialog, change the printer option to Save as PDF.
- Adjust the settings to select specific pages if needed.
- Save the file to a location on your device where you can easily access it later.
Step 3: Set Up the Assignment in Schoology
Log into Schoology and navigate to the Assignments section.
- Click on 'Materials' on the left side of the screen
- Select 'Add Materials' and then 'Add Assignment' from the dropdown box
- Create the assignment by adding a name and description
- Under 'Format Options', you should select 'Annotations Assignment'
Step 4: Upload the PDF to the Assignment
- Select the PDF that you wish your students to annotate - this is the file you saved in Step 2
- Double-check that the correct file is uploaded, then select 'Open'
Step 5: Finalise and Publish the Assignment
Finish creating your assignment by completing the following details:- Due Date
- Time Due
- Points
- Category
- Grading Period
- Factor
- Collection Type
When you are done, select 'Create'
Step 6: Students Complete the Annotation Assignment
Students can now open the assignment in Schoology and use the built-in PDF annotation tools to complete their work. These tools may include:
- Text Annotation (e.g., adding typed responses)
- Area Annotation (marking specific areas on the PDF)
- Highlighting
- Freestyle Drawing
Following these steps will ensure a smooth process for setting up student annotation assignments in Schoology using Digital Theatre+ resources.