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Step 1: Sign up for a new account
Step 2: Log into the site for the first time
Step 3: Set up your classes in the system
Step 4: Add students to your classes
Step 5: Set up categories and assignments
Step 6: Set up grade standards for your classes
Step 7: Enter grades for your classes
Step 8: Provide students with their login information


Step 1: Sign up for a new account

  1. Go to the URL provided to your school (e.g. http://mgo.chariot.com)

  2. Click on the Staff Login link in the top right-hand corner of the page.

  3. Click on the Sign up as a new user link.

  4. The Staff Registration page will appear. The first thing you need to do is select the type of staff account you want to create. The staff account types are as follows:
    • System Admin: Can change system settings and manage all data
    • Human Resources: Can manage users and students only
    • Professor: Can grade, log attendance, manage students in their classes
    • Grader: Can grade and log attendance

    Note: Depending on the account type you select, you may also be prompted to enter a password. Ask your school's MicroGrade Online administrator for this information if necessary.

  5. When you have entered the password (if required) and serial number, click the Register button to continue.

  6. You will be prompted to enter the requested information:
    • Email Address: If domain restrictions have been enabled for your school, you will need to enter an email address that is in your school's domain (e.g. staffname@myschool.edu). A question mark in a blue circle will be displayed next to this field if this feature is enabled - click on it for more information.
    • First Name
    • Last Name
    • Password

  7. When you are ready, click the Register button. The welcome message will appear and you can then begin using MicroGrade Online.

Step 2: Log into the site for the first time