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System Requirements and Recommendations
Concourse is a web-only solution. Therefore all you need is an internet-connected computer or device in order to access Concourse. Below is a breakdown of technical requirements and recommendations to fully utilize Concourse. Browser Chrome 67+ ...
API - General Usage
FYI: All lines within code blocks are numbered, regardless of whether there is more than one line of code provided. An API is available to retrieve certain data stored by Concourse. This article covers documentation related to the initial version ...
Automated Feed Processing
Concourse uses POST over HTTPS to allow for automated processing of feed files. This functionality allows you to control how frequently you run feeds and immediately receive information about what was successfully processed or had errors. To begin, ...
Copy Syllabus Content
Overview Copy, formerly known as "Import", allows you to copy content from one Concourse syllabus into one or many other syllabi. While the "Import" allowed you to copy information into your syllabus from another syllabus, Copy now gives you three ...
Construct and Process System Data Feeds
This article is designed for IT professionals or those who have a background in running feeds and just want the technical specifications for running system data feeds. If you would like more generalized information on the uses and benefits of Feeds, ...
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Configuration Options: Migrating Data
Synopsis At your institution, syllabus content may originate from a variety of platforms, such as the Student Information System (SIS), institutional websites, or shared drives. If your institution synchronizes this data in Concourse to be part of ...
Configuration Options: Structured versus Unstructured Syllabi
Synopsis Concourse systems can be set up to support either structured or unstructured syllabi. This is a system-wide configuration and is consistent for all courses within a single system. Structured syllabi use an editing interface that is ...
Configuration Options: Data Sources
Synopsis Your institution’s syllabi likely contain a variety of data that originate or are stored in different platforms. Concourse allows your institution to quickly and easily consolidate important course data from multiple sources in your syllabi. ...
Configuration Options: Syllabus Design
Synopsis In structured Concourse environments, syllabi include twelve default items, or categories of content, that can be populated with syllabus language. The twelve default items and their order include: Meeting Times Contact Information ...
Configuration Options: Template Administration
Synopsis Templates are an integral component of structured Concourse systems. They allow institutions to standardize syllabus language, such as institutional policies and course descriptions. The content that appears on templates can have ...