Sakai Pitfalls To Avoid
When I started using Sakai, I ran into some problems that took me some time to figure out. All of these problems had to do with my misunderstanding how some things work inside Sakai. In the interest of perhaps saving you some time, I am documenting here my Sakai pitfalls for you to avoid.
Forum Privileges
In the forums, do not permit students to create new topics. Let students create threads, but not topics. When you create a topic and configure the settings, you should consider leaving the long description blank because it only shows if the student clicks details.
Mixing HTTP with HTTPS
MyCoursesPlus is a secured Web server that uses the https protocol. If you have http resources on an https page, you will get an annoying warning about mixing secure and non-secure items. To prevent this, either put everything into Sakai to make it all https, or create an external link from content not in the sidebar.
Avoid Browser Buttons
When using Sakai, all users need to avoid using the browser's back button. Instead, use the Sakai buttons and breadcrumbs.
Chat Room Privacy (Not!)
Chat room conversations reside in an archive that classmates can search and read. Make sure students realize the chats are not private.
