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==About this article==
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Instructors can request that {{WSU}} Information Technology Services create '''class storage''' on a WSU network file server for the duration of an academic term that is only accessible to the instructor and students of that course. A class storage directory includes personal subdirectories for each student and a shared subdirectory that all students can access. Class storage directories are accessible via the Web by the account owner. Students are added to the class storage service automatically based on the official class roster and drops/adds are managed automatically throughout the term.  
This article includes a general description of a "class store" [[network]] storage space, instructions for faculty on how to request one, instructions for faculty and students on how to access these storage spaces, and an overview of their major features, functions, and academic applications. This article is intended for '''instructors''' and '''students'''.
 
  
==What's a Class Store?==
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==Request class storage==
An instructor can request that a network storage directory or folder be created for the duration of a course that is only accessible to the instructor and students of that course. Each students has a personal subfolder and there is a shared folder that everyone can use. These files are also accessible via web browser by account owner and secure web browser.
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Class storage can be requested by instructors as their courses become available within Minnesota State's official student record system: [[ISRS]]. Upon completion of the request form, the class storage directory will be created within two hours. To request class storage:
 
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#Browse to [https://w3.winona.edu/ClassStorage/ClassStorage/StorageRequests Request a class store]
*[https://classes.winona.edu/ Class Store description and policies]
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#Enter your StarID username and password. Use only your StarID as the username format (e.g., ab1234cd)
*[https://w3.winona.edu/ClassStorage/ClassStorage/StorageRequests Request a class store]
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#Select the '''Change Term''' tab to ensure that the correct academic term is selected.
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#From the '''Storage Requests''' tab, select the '''Create''' button. All the courses you are scheduled to teach that term will be displayed. If you do not see a course listed, contact your department chair to ensure that you are entered in ISRS as the teacher of record for that course.
  
 
==Accessing a class store==
 
==Accessing a class store==
Class storage is located on a local network file server. You connect to it as you would your R (personal) or S (department) directories:
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Class storage is located on a local network file server.  
*On a PC, the will be listed automatically as your T directory or '''ClassStorage(\\winona.edu\dfs\Community)((T:)'''. When you are off campus, you will need a [[VPN]] connection and will need to Click to Map Drives in order to see it on your list in File Explorer.
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*On a PC, you connect to it as you would your R: (personal) or S: (department) drives.  The class storage will be listed automatically as your T directory or '''ClassStorage(\\winona.edu\dfs\Community)((T:)'''. When you are off campus, you will need a [[VPN]] connection and will also need to Click to Map Drives in order to see it on your list of locations in File Explorer.
*On a Mac, select the Go menu of the Finder. Then select Conenct to Server. Search for '''smb://files.winona.edu/classes'''
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*On a Mac, select the Go menu of the Finder. Then select Connect to Server. Search for '''smb://files.winona.edu/classes'''
*Each class store will be named according to the year/term and the 6 digit MNSCU ID of that course. Each course will have a 1 GB storage limit. Access to each course will be determined by the class roster.
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*Each class store will be named according to the year/term and the 6 digit Minnesota State ID of that course. Each course will have a 1 GB storage limit. Access to each course will be determined by the class roster.
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A TA or tutor can be added to a specific class storage as an instructor to get access.
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Updated class lists (due to drop/add) will occur once daily by IT until the drop/add period is over.
  
 
==Mapping Network Drives==
 
==Mapping Network Drives==
Please refer to http://learn.winona.edu/VPN#Map_Network_Drives to connecting to class drives.
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Please refer to [http://learn.winona.edu/VPN#Map_Network_Drives Mapping Network Drives] when connecting to storage.
  
 
==Class store is temporary==
 
==Class store is temporary==
Your class store will be disabled at the end of the semester. Don't forget to save anything you need from class store to another location.
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Your class store will be disabled at the end of the semester. Don't forget to save anything you need from class store to another location.  
  
 
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Latest revision as of 13:18, 30 May 2020

Instructors can request that Winona State University Information Technology Services create class storage on a WSU network file server for the duration of an academic term that is only accessible to the instructor and students of that course. A class storage directory includes personal subdirectories for each student and a shared subdirectory that all students can access. Class storage directories are accessible via the Web by the account owner. Students are added to the class storage service automatically based on the official class roster and drops/adds are managed automatically throughout the term.

Request class storage

Class storage can be requested by instructors as their courses become available within Minnesota State's official student record system: ISRS. Upon completion of the request form, the class storage directory will be created within two hours. To request class storage:

  1. Browse to Request a class store
  2. Enter your StarID username and password. Use only your StarID as the username format (e.g., ab1234cd)
  3. Select the Change Term tab to ensure that the correct academic term is selected.
  4. From the Storage Requests tab, select the Create button. All the courses you are scheduled to teach that term will be displayed. If you do not see a course listed, contact your department chair to ensure that you are entered in ISRS as the teacher of record for that course.

Accessing a class store

Class storage is located on a local network file server.

  • On a PC, you connect to it as you would your R: (personal) or S: (department) drives. The class storage will be listed automatically as your T directory or ClassStorage(\\winona.edu\dfs\Community)((T:). When you are off campus, you will need a VPN connection and will also need to Click to Map Drives in order to see it on your list of locations in File Explorer.
  • On a Mac, select the Go menu of the Finder. Then select Connect to Server. Search for smb://files.winona.edu/classes
  • Each class store will be named according to the year/term and the 6 digit Minnesota State ID of that course. Each course will have a 1 GB storage limit. Access to each course will be determined by the class roster.

A TA or tutor can be added to a specific class storage as an instructor to get access. Updated class lists (due to drop/add) will occur once daily by IT until the drop/add period is over.

Mapping Network Drives

Please refer to Mapping Network Drives when connecting to storage.

Class store is temporary

Your class store will be disabled at the end of the semester. Don't forget to save anything you need from class store to another location.

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