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Navigating the Platform

Last updated on Apr 02, 2026

Your main dashboard serves as the central hub for all professional development activities. The interface adapts based on your role and which modules your organization has activated.

Dashboard Overview

When you log in, you'll see your personalized dashboard with tabbed sections for different types of content and activities. The dashboard dynamically shows only the sections relevant to your role and available modules.

Dashboard Tabs

Your dashboard may include these tabs depending on your organization's configuration:

Required Content - Professional development content assigned specifically to you by administrators. Shows a count of items requiring your attention.

Continue Content - Training materials you've started but haven't completed yet. Lets you pick up where you left off.

Content Libraries - Collections of professional development resources organized by topic or department.

Learning Paths - Structured sequences of training content designed to build specific skills or meet certification requirements.

Individual Content - Self-selected professional development materials available for your role.

Observations - Classroom observation activities, both received and conducted (appears only if the Observe module is activated).

Navigation Structure

Top Navigation

The top menu provides access to your account settings and profile options. Click your name or avatar to access:

  • Profile settings
  • Password changes
  • Notification preferences
  • Sign out option

Main Navigation Menu

The left sidebar contains the primary navigation organized by functional areas. Menu items appear based on your role permissions and activated modules.

Learn Module Navigation

If your organization has activated the Learn module, you'll see these main sections:

My Learning

  • Dashboard - Overview of your learning activity
  • Required Content - Mandatory training assignments
  • In Progress - Content you're currently working on
  • Completed - Finished training with certificates and transcripts
  • Content Libraries - Browse available resource collections
  • Learning Paths - Access structured learning sequences

Content Management

(For users with content creation permissions)

  • Content Library - Manage learning resources
  • Assessments - Create and manage quizzes and evaluations
  • Certificates - Design completion certificates
  • Reports - View learning analytics

Observe Module Navigation

If your organization uses the Observe module for classroom observations, you'll find:

My Observations Dashboard

The Observations tab on your main dashboard shows three key widgets:

My Observations (for observable staff) - Summary of observations you've received, including total count and most recent observation date.

My Conducted Observations (for observers) - Overview of observations you've performed on other staff members.

All Observations (for organization administrators) - System-wide observation summary for your organization.

Observation Navigation

  • My Observations - View observations of your teaching
  • Peer Observations - Access observations you've conducted
  • All Observations - Organization-wide observation data (administrators)
  • Forms - Create and manage observation templates
  • Schedules - Plan and organize observation activities
  • Reports - Analyze observation data and trends

Dashboard Widgets and Counts

Badge counts appear next to navigation items and tabs to show:

  • Number of required items needing attention
  • In-progress activities you can continue
  • Available resources in each category

These counts help you prioritize your professional development activities and stay current with requirements.

Role-Based Access

Your navigation options depend on your assigned roles:

Teachers and Staff typically see learning content, their own observations, and basic reporting.

Coaches and Observers have additional access to conduct observations and view forms.

Administrators see comprehensive management tools for both Learn and Observe modules, including user management, reporting, and system configuration.

Content Managers can create and publish learning materials, assessments, and certificates.

Getting Help

Look for help resources in:

  • Help links in the main navigation
  • Context-sensitive help icons throughout the interface
  • Support contact information in your account settings
  • Documentation links provided by your administrator

Mobile Navigation

The platform adapts to mobile devices with a collapsible menu structure. On smaller screens, use the menu toggle to access the full navigation.