How do I utilize the virtual assistant feature?

Summary

Find a virtual assistant in the Discussions section if your instructor has enabled it. This assistant can answer any questions related to course material. Type in your question, tag your instructor, and get relevant links to the course material. The assistant can answer questions related to definitions and concepts, and provide source links. It's a quick and effective way to clear up any doubts you may have.

If your instructor has enabled it, you can find a virtual assistant in the Discussions section. This assistant is trained on the course material and can answer questions related to it. 

To use it, you just need to follow these three steps: 

• Step 1: Click on the Discussions tab on the left-hand side menu.
• Step 2: Type your question in a discussion thread and tag your instructor by typing “@” followed by their name.
• Step 3: The virtual assistant will review your question and check whether the answer is covered in the course material. If it is, the assistant will reply to your question and provide relevant links to the course material.

You can ask the virtual assistant any questions related to definitions and concepts covered in the learning materials, and it will provide you with an answer and a link to the source reference. However, if your question is out of scope, you will need to wait for your instructor to reply. 

While the virtual assistant is not a replacement for your instructor, it is a quick and effective way to help clear any doubts you may have about the course material.