Upcoming Training Dates

Beginner training is best for those who have never used CommonSpot. It's also a great opportunity to go over concepts you may be a little rusty on. Be sure to also review the CommonSpot manual before attending.

Sign Up for Beginner Training

• Wednesday, June 12, 2 - 4 p.m.
• Monday, July 1, 1 - 3 p.m.
• Friday, Aug. 9, 1 - 3 p.m.

What You Will Learn

1. What is CommonSpot?
2. Where do I log in?
3. What happens when I first log in?
4. How do I find my way around CommonSpot’s menus?
5. How do I create a page?
6. How do I add content to my new page?
7. How do I publish my new page?
   
8. How do I find my page after I created it?
9. How do I edit my pages after I have created them?
10. How do I customize the look of my pages?

Intermediate Training is for users who are familiar with CommonSpot and have been making basic updates to their site already. Do not register for Intermediate Training unless you have already completed Beginner Training and have worked on your website for four months.

Sign up for an intermediate training session

• Monday, June 24, 9 – 11 a.m.
• Tuesday, July 23, 10 – noon
• Monday, Aug. 19, 3 – 5 p.m.

Intermediate CommonSpot Training Covers:

• The Reusable Textblock element
• Web forms in CommonSpot
• The News element
• Faculty and staff profiles
  

Office hours are available for one-on-one, in-person help. Email webteam@kent.edu with a list of the topics that you need assistance with to schedule a time. If you have an issue that needs immediate attention, use the Support Request Form.