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LaunchPad is Macmillan's learning platform that contains the electronic version of the textbook plus LearningCurve quizzes and other interactive online learning activities.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n

eBook:<\/strong> <\/span><\/span>Complete electronic textbook with hyper-linked terms and definitions, easy-to-navigate table of contents, audio reader, and interactive Highlight and Annotate features.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t
LearningCurve quizzes: <\/span><\/span><\/strong>Adaptive quizzing system with thousands of questions, provides retrieval practice and immediate feedback, tailored to each student\u2019s individual level of knowledge and topic comprehension.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t
Flashcards:<\/strong> <\/span><\/span>Interactive memory card game for memorizing key terms and definitions.<\/span><\/span> <\/li>\n\t
Other<\/strong> interactive multi-media activities to boost your comprehension of specific topics and concepts (e.g., Video Demonstrations, Concept Practice tutorials).<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"0965441d-508e-48de-96da-502618b4cfa6","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"What is LaunchPad?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
1. LaunchPad contains graded quizzes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
To complete the quizzes that are worth 14% of the final grade in this course, you need valid LaunchPad access for the course textbook (Schacter's \"Psychology\", Canadian 5th edition). Be sure to activate your LaunchPad code through this Blackboard site<\/strong> by following the registration instructions posted above. This will ensure that your LaunchPad and Blackboard accounts are linked (without this link, your quiz grades will not get recorded properly).<\/p>\n\n
2. LaunchPad will give you an edge on exams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
Thanks to the quizzes and other interactive learning activities, LaunchPad is a powerful study tool <\/strong>that can help you master the textbook material more effectively. The textbook is a core resource for this course, and you will be tested on how well you can describe, explain, evaluate, and apply the assigned textbook material on tests and exams.<\/p>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"9b7bf7bd-ac2a-471b-9ee2-0a39075d078a","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"Why do I need LaunchPad for this course?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
LaunchPad access code is a series of letters and numbers that is unique to each student. LaunchPad code for our textbook is sold at Trent University Bookstore<\/strong>. You have a choice of one of two options:<\/p>\n\n
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$122.75 Stand-alone LaunchPad Code, 2-Term Access (ISBN 9781319461423) - the Code is printed inside the cardboard card.<\/li>\n\t
$149.50 LaunchPad Code, 2-Term Access + Loose-Leaf hard copy of the textbook (ISBN 9781319500313) - the Code is printed on the inside cover of the textbook.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
To activate your LaunchPad Code, please register through Blackboard following the link and instructions posted above<\/strong>. The LaunchPad code sold at the Bookstore is valid for 2 terms<\/strong>, so you can use it for both PSYC 1020H and 1030H this year (taken concurrently or in two different terms).<\/p>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"e6fbcff0-90fb-40d7-95cb-68298427234c","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"Where do I get the LaunchPad code?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
The loose-leaf version of the textbook is the same as the textbook used in PSYC 1020H\/1030H last year (Schacter's \"Psychology\", Canadian 5th edition<\/strong>), so you can use it for our course. However, keep in mind that a used textbook acquired from someone else does not include valid LaunchPad access. You still need valid LaunchPad access with your own credentials<\/strong> in order to complete the graded quizzes in our course. The LaunchPad code sold at the Bookstore gives you 2-term access to the course textbook (eBook) and the LearningCurve quizzes, and it is valid for both PSYC 1020H and 1030H (taken concurrently or in two different terms).<\/p>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"9caf54ad-8504-4621-866b-12c429f5d1fe","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"Can I use last year's textbook?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
If you took PSYC 1020H or 1030H in the last 12 months and had purchased 2-term LaunchPad access<\/strong> for that course (Schacter's \"Psychology\", Canadian 5th edition), you can use it for our course without having to buy a new code for the same textbook. To request LaunchPad access under this 2-term arrangement, please contact the Course Demonstrator, Dr. Robyn O'Brien (robynobrien@trentu.ca<\/a>). In your message, indicate the course code and term you were registered in, and the email address you used for your LaunchPad account.<\/p>\n\n
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Note that this 2-term arrangement only applies to the LaunchPad code you purchased under your own credentials<\/strong> (you may be asked to provide proof of purchase). A LaunchPad code you obtained from someone else is not valid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"0e8460a1-d432-4d64-a1f1-5cbf81db5dd3","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"Can I use my LaunchPad code from last year?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
Yes, you can sign up for a free 14-day trial access<\/strong> to LaunchPad. This will give you temporary access to the full textbook (eBook) and the LearningCurve quizzes. To sign up, follow the LaunchPad registration link posted above. Your trial access will expire 14 days after activation, at which point you will be prompted to enter a valid LaunchPad access code. As long as you register your full access code using the same email as your trial access<\/strong>, the LearningCurve quizzes completed during the trial period will be saved to your account.<\/p>\n\n
Starting off with a trial access is a useful option if you are:<\/p>\n\n
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waiting to pick up your full access code from the Bookstore;<\/li>\n\t
waiting for financial aid before you can purchase the full access;<\/li>\n\t
unsure if you should buy the loose-leaf textbook, or if the LaunchPad eBook will be sufficient;<\/li>\n\t
undecided if this course is for you and would like to try it out first;<\/li>\n\t
having technical difficulties getting registered in the course.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"ac6cc5b6-aa61-425d-ad50-7861d56178b2","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"Is there free trial access for LaunchPad?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
Always connect to LaunchPad from within this Blackboard site.<\/strong> If you are accessing LaunchPad for the first time, follow the instrictions for Connecting Blackboard and LaunchPad Accounts<\/strong> posted above. This will ensure that you are accessing the correct LaunchPad course, and that your quiz grades transfer properly into your Blackboard gradebook. Clicking on any link with a LaunchPad logo (wavy red flag) will take you to LaunchPad (e.g., LaunchPad Registration and Access Link<\/em> at the top of this page, LaunchPad Tools<\/em> on the left-side menu, or any of the quiz links under LearningCurve Quizzes<\/em>).<\/p>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"b8f0637b-1e3d-4517-9bf6-2409be6d2fb4","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"How do I register for and access LaunchPad?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
If you activated your LaunchPad code through the Macmillan website and NOT through this Blackboard site, your LaunchPad account may not be properly linked to your Blackboard ID. As a result, your quiz grades may not transfer from LaunchPad into your Blackboard gradebook, in which case they will not be included in your final course grade. To correct this, please follow the instructions for Connecting Blackboard and LaunchPad Accounts<\/strong> posted above. When prompted to sign in to LaunchPad, make sure to use the same email address<\/strong> that you used to activate your LaunchPad code.<\/p>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"11c08557-50a8-4232-bcb5-785586a21c72","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"What if I did not go through Blackboard to activate LaunchPad?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
The recommended web browser for LaunchPad is Google Chrome.<\/strong> Note that LaunchPad is not supported on mobile devices<\/strong>, so it's best to access it on a computer\/laptop.<\/p>\n\n
\n\tCheck out this guide on Navigating LaunchPad as a Student<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\t
Watch this Video Tutorial<\/a><\/strong> for a brief orientation to LaunchPad<\/li>\n\t
Here's how to Find Student eBook<\/a> <\/strong>and Download eBook to Read Offline<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\t
Here's how to Find Study Resources<\/a><\/strong> for each chapter, including flashcards and other interactive learning activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"e9f3a809-95ea-49b1-b3bd-b3b701332e5f","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"How do I navigate inside LaunchPad?"},{"content":{"params":{"text":"
If you run into technical issues with LaunchPad (e.g., registration or login issues, error messages, page not loading, course not available, quiz grades not transferring to Blackboard):<\/p>\n\n
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Look in the Troubleshooting Guide<\/a><\/strong> for possible solutions.<\/li>\n\t
Search the database of Common LaunchPad Questions<\/a><\/strong> for possible solutions.<\/li>\n\t
Contact Macmillan Customer Support<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\t
Phone:<\/span> 1-800-936-6899<\/span><\/strong> <\/strong><\/span><\/strong>Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:00am; Weekends 9:00 am to 3:00 am<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n"},"library":"H5P.AdvancedText 1.1","subContentId":"34a50804-9df8-4387-a15f-9f5b920d8585","metadata":{"contentType":"Text","license":"U","title":"Untitled Text"}},"title":"I am experiencing technical issues with LaunchPad..."}],"hTag":"h2"}

Textbook & LaunchPad

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Katia Keefer