To visit ANGEL, click: Portal to ANGEL
- What is ANGEL?
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ANGEL is a web-based course management software that enables teaching, learning, and communicating on the Internet. Learn more about ANGEL at http://www.angellearning.com.
- How do I log in to the WTS ANGEL site?
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Go to http://learn.westernsem.edu. Type in your user name and password, then click the Log On button to log in.
- What do I need to use the ANGEL software?
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You need a high speed Internet connection and a web browser.
- What web browser should I use for ANGEL?
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Certain contents perform better on Internet Explorer or Firefox, thus, we recommend you have both. Internet Explorer and FireFox are both supported and tested on PCs running Windows OS. FireFox is supported on Macs running OS X.
- What do I need to know to use ANGEL?
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You need to know basic Internet browsing and email skills. Knowing how to download and upload files and understanding attachments is crucial. Be sure your machine meets the technical requirements listed on the right of this page.
- Are there instructions how to use ANGEL?
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Yes. At http://learn.westernsem.edu, click the Help icon on the left to open the online help instruction and download student_quickstart file. Or download this Angel-getting started.pdf
- Operating system
Windows XP (Home/Pro), Vista, 7, or Mac OS X.
- Computer Hardware
Processor and Memory
Recommended processor over 1 GHz, memory over 1 GB to ensure playing audio/video lectures smoothly.
Hard Drive
20 GB minimum, 50 GB is recommended
Optical Drive
Some online courses have CDs/DVDs. Make sure your machine plays CDs/DVDs.
Wireless
Wireless connection is available on campus. You will need an 802.11g/n type wireless card either internal or external on your laptop if you wish to use the Internet via your laptop while you are on campus. Otherwise, computers are available in the computer lab, library and student lounge.
- Applications
MS Word 2003 or newer (both Windows and Mac users)
Web browsers for PC:
Internet Explorer 7.x, Internet Explorer 8.x,FireFox 3.x
Web browsers for Mac:
FireFox 3.x
Add-ins: depending on each instructor's preference, one of the following players may be needed for video lectures.QuickTime
Windows Media Player
RealPlayer
FlashThe following are optional:
Adobe Reader for reading PDF files
PowerPoint Viewer if you don't have MS PowerPoint
Word Viewer if you don't have MS Word
Google Online Documentation for online MS office creating, sharing, storing files.
Cross Loop for others to access your desktop remotely to provide helpAnti-Virus software is strongly recommended
- Microphone and Speakers
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Language courses such as Hebrew or Greek may require submitted recording files. A head set is recommended.
Please contact Jade Gao, Educational Technology Specialist, with any Technical questions. 800-392-8554, ext. 172