ClassMon updates are available to all licensed ClassMon users.

We encourage users to always do a Configuration>Backup before updating.

To update your version of Classmon use the "Check for Updates" option in the "Settings" menu.
You will need Administrator rights to update your software.



Version - 1.0.1.8 (released June 7th 2010)


Update
This is a minor update that adds a "Compact" version of the Learning Record.
Some users asked if we could make the Learning Record print continuously without page breaks between the Learning Areas - we did it!


Version - 1.0.1.7 (released Feb 24th 2010)
(note : 1.0.1.6 update has been included in this 1.0.1.7 release)

Updates
  • A minor bug fix in checklist import/export
  • Updated the Australian dictionary
  • Included QLD Kindergarten framework rubric (requires new login)
  • Included Victoria Early Years framework rubric (requires new login)

Version - 1.0.1.5 (released Feb 9th 2010)
(note : 1.0.1.3 & 1.0.1.4 updates have been included in this 1.0.1.5 release)

ClassMon Update 15 Video Overview - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmgTvaaju9w

Enhancements in this version :

1. Increased the number of classes, rubrics, phases and contexts to 13.

2. Ability to change the Report Title (default is "Semester")
Under School>Settings there is a new field that allows you to change the report title from its default "Semester". eg. If you would like to call a report "Interim Report" or "Leaving Report"

3. Multiple Observation enhancements
  • Add additional comments in separate tab
  • Use NAME variable to auto-insert student names
  • Unique Male & Female comments

4. Checklist enhancements
  • Increased allowed checklists to 10

  • Allow checklists to be shared - exported\imported





Version - 1.0.1.2 (released Dec 2nd 2009)
(note : 1.0.1.1 update has been included in this 1.0.1.2 release)

Enhancements in this version :

1. Comments & Worsamples Report
We have added a new Report Type "Comments & Worksamples".
You can now create a report that prints the "General Comment" (Learning Story) plus the worksample images for every Learning Statement.
This is a handy report when you would like to send something home to parents who do not have access to a computer.




2. Separated the Additional Comments and Private Notes tabs
The Additional Comments and Private Notes have been given their own tabs. This will make entering text a lot easier.



3. Increased allowed Worksamples to 4 per Observation



Version - 1.0.1.0 (released Aug 3rd 2009)
(note : 1.0.0.9 update has been included in this 1.0.1.0 release)

Enhancements in this version :

  1. Save Button
    In the Observation screen the “Next” button has been renamed “Save/Next” so that it is clear that your observation will be saved when you move to the next tab.


  1. Intro
    When returning to the Intro setup screen any existing links will “hold” so that you can edit them.


  2. Video/Audio
    We have added an inbuilt player for image, video and audio files so ClassMon no longer needs to launch other players. It is much faster and more user friendly.


  3. Multiple Observation
    Multiple Observation now works the same way as a normal observation. It will automatically pull the rubric comment and insert each student's name. There is also an option to add a customised comment as well as the ability to edit individual student comments after the observation has been applied.


  4. Report Formatting
    When printing Learning Records each page begins with a new Learning Statement.
    This means that a page will no longer begin half way through an observation.



  5. Updated Dictionary
    We have updated the Australian dictionary so your "colours" will now be correct!

  6. Large File Message
    You will now receive a message when trying to add worksamples with filesizes larger than 20mb. The aim is to educate users about the importance of compressing files before adding them to portfolios.


Version - 1.0.0.8 (released May 27th 2009)

Enhancements in this version :
  1. New Slideshow Feature (turn on/off in Settings)
    You can now create picture slideshows with images, captions and music and include slideshows in student portfolios.
    A teacher can create an individual slideshow for each student or one slideshow can be associated with multiple students (the whole class).
    For an introduction to this new feature please view the quickstart video - http://www.foliosinternational.com/Walks/CM/slideshow/Slideshow.htm

  2. With this update we have also introduced automatic image resizing and compression. As you add images to ClassMon (from hi- resolution sources such as scanners and digital cameras) ClassMon will now auto compress them to save space.

Version - 1.0.0.7 (released April 30th 2009)

Enhancements in this version :
  1. New Front Page on Learning Record (turn on/off in Settings)


  2. Can now display Context/Effort in Learning Record (turn on/off in Settings)


  3. Page Margins in reports reduced
  4. Width of the Class Combobox increased
  5. Confirmation message asked, on trying to change student's rubric
  6. Unnecessary popup messages removed
  7. Learning Summary bug fixed
  8. Class Summary report corrected
  9. Remark bug in observation area fixed
  10. Need for VC++ redistributable eliminated
  11. Fixed 1024X768 widescreen resolution bug


Version - 1.0.0.6 (released April 9th 2009)

This is a very important update as it allows the import/export of individual rubrics. You can now select a single rubric and export it as a file. You can then send this (small) file to another user who can import it into their version of ClassMon. They can then associate this new rubric with any number of students.
For example, if you have created a particular rubric for a unique student type (maybe a special needs student) then you can send this rubric to other ClassMon users.

Over the coming weeks we plan to make various rubrics available on our website that teachers can download and use. We also hope to soon have a small rubric library where ClassMon users can submit their own rubrics for others to use.
It would be wonderful to have rubrics available for curriculum such as C&K's Building Waterfalls or the Learning Stories curriculum from NZ.
We are currently working on a more detailed QLD Catholic version as well as Year 1 and 2 for Queensland schools.

Version - 1.0.0.5 (released March 20th 2009)

Switchable Publishing Modes
This update includes a new option that allows users to switch between 2 modes...
  1. Show ALL observations in Learning Records and portfolios
  2. Only show LATEST observations in Learning Records and portfolios
You can switch between these modes at any time by accessing "Settings>School"



Then use the checkboxes to select your mode...



We have also added some Level one outcomes to the default rubric which will be available for any new users added to ClassMon.


Version - 1.0.0.4

Multiple Comments
Users can now add up to 6 comments per Possible Phase of Learning.
When making an observation these comments are made available by clicking the "More Comments" button on the observation tab.



Version 1.0.0.3

Multipage reports
You can now print single/multiple/All student reports with one click. Each report will start on a new page.

Class change without logging out
There is a new class selector drop-down so a teacher can quickly switch between classes without having to log out.


PPL legends added

A legend has been added to published reports.

Version 1.0.0.2

Intro Maker

You can now add student images that will appear in the animated intro.
You can also add your own music track.
A unique intro can be made for each student or a common intro can be applied to all students.



Checklists

Teachers can build checklists and associate them with individual students.