Having a lot of experience with VLEs (virtual learning environment), BaRder, is confusing me a tad.
So, I’m new to the RAFAC as a CFAV
I assume Bader is our VLE.
I have watched a couple of videos to see how it integrates with SMS…which I still don’t have access to…
So, I can see what we can upload stuff. So if we do PowerPoints etc, we can upload. Same with training plans (ie calender)
Is there anyway to ingrate it SharePoint in it? Ie so we can design the training programme on Excel which, when we update the source file on SharePoint, the cadets can access it through Bader?
So, can you directly access certain areas with a weblink. For example, I see that there is a feedback section that cadets complete? Does that come to the sqd? If so, can we create a QR code that they can scan that takes them directly to the form (even though they’ll have to log in first)?
SMS/Units - For managing cadet, staff, and events data (Units is the new one we are gradually transitioning to).
SharePoint - File storage and workflow stuff.
Learn - Learning environment for mandatory training and such.
Volunteer Portal - Personal admin/HR stuff.
There is more but these are the ones you’re most likely to come in contact with.
Cadets have:
Learn - As above.
Cadet Portal - View and sign up to events, see their own cadet record, access help materials, etc.
MyRAFAC - Digital ID, can view some of the things on Cadet Portal too.
You can get a Squadron SharePoint site where you can store stuff (i.e. training plans, risk assessments, etc.), training plans would need to be uploaded as a training programme on SMS/Units. Other things can be added to a downloads section on SMS/Units which cadets can access through Cadet Portal.
There is also the Corps SharePoint with key files etc., Regions and Wings also have their own SharePoint sites which vary in usefulness and usage.
Doesn’t have to be PDF afaik, unless that has changed, though PDF is typically the best format to upload in as every modern browser supports it (unlike a spreadsheet or a word document).
It hopefully won’t be all too confusing once you get access to it.