Summary
PantherTracks: Comprehensive Guide for Faculty and Advisor provides detailed instructions and best practices for utilizing the PantherTracks system. This guide covers everything from navigating the interface to managing student records and advising sessions. Designed to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, it serves as an essential resource for faculty and advisors to streamline their administrative tasks and improve student engagement.
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Problem
Faculty and advisors often face challenges in efficiently navigating and utilizing the PantherTracks system for managing student records and advising sessions. Without a clear and comprehensive guide, they may encounter difficulties in accessing essential features, leading to inefficiencies and potential errors in student management. This guide aims to address these issues by providing detailed instructions and best practices to enhance the user experience and streamline administrative tasks.
Solution
Comprehensive Guide for Faculty and Advisors provides step-by-step instructions and best practices to help faculty and advisors efficiently navigate and utilize the PantherTracks system. By following this guide, users can easily manage student records, conduct advising sessions, and access essential features, thereby reducing errors and improving overall efficiency. This guide serves as a valuable resource to streamline administrative tasks and enhance the user experience within the PantherTracks system.
Steps
Step-by-Step Guide for PantherTracks: Comprehensive Guide for Faculty and Advisors
1. Accessing PantherTracks
- Open your web browser and navigate to the PantherTracks login page.
- Enter your PVAMU faculty or advisor credentials to log in.
2. Navigating the Interface
- Familiarize yourself with the main dashboard, which includes sections for student records, advising sessions, and notifications.
- Use the navigation menu to access different features such as student profiles, appointment scheduling, and reports.
3. Managing Student Records
- Select the "Student Records" tab from the navigation menu.
- Search for a student by entering their name or student ID in the search bar.
- View and update student information, including academic history, contact details, and notes from previous advising sessions.
4. Scheduling Advising Appointments
- Click on the "Appointments" tab to view your calendar.
- Select an available time slot and click "Schedule Appointment."
- Enter the student's name and the purpose of the meeting, then confirm the appointment.
5. Conducting Advising Sessions
- During the advising session, access the student's profile to review their academic progress and any notes from previous meetings.
- Use the "Advising Notes" section to document the discussion and any action items for the student.
- Provide the student with resources and recommendations based on their academic goals and needs.
6. Utilizing Reports and Analytics
- Navigate to the "Reports" tab to generate and view various reports on student performance, advising outcomes, and other metrics.
- Use these reports to identify trends, track progress, and make data-driven decisions to support student success.
7. Accessing Help and Support
- If you encounter any issues or need assistance, click on the "Help" tab to access user guides, FAQs, and contact information for technical support.
- You can also reach out to the PantherTracks support team via email or phone for further assistance.
This guide aims to help faculty and advisors efficiently navigate and utilize the PantherTracks system, ensuring a smooth and productive experience. If you have any specific questions or need further details, feel free to ask!
Additional Information:
General Contacts
- For questions about applying for admissions or checking the status of your application, contact the Admissions Office.
- For questions about adding or dropping classes, checking seat availability in a class, getting an unofficial transcript, seeing your grades, or reviewing account charges and balance information, contact the Registrar's Office.
- For questions about payroll, contact the Payroll Office.
- For questions about alumni activities, contact the Alumni Office.
The links provided serve as guides for performing various tasks as it relates to PantherTracks as a faculty member or as an advisor. The guides cover basic information that is normally presented during the initial training session.