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Guide to Registration

Step 1 - Agree to terms and conditions of the IDeA platform

To register with the IDeA communities of practice web platform, you must firstly read and agree to the terms and conditions. Click 'Agree and Continue' if you are happy to proceed.

Step 2 - Register your details

Complete Sign in details, Personal details and click 'continue' button.

Once registered, you can freely navigate key areas on the site. Your online password will be sent to you via email.

Step 3 - Set up your profile

Once you have registered go to 'My profile'.

Add your photo, a few words about yourself and your areas of expertise. Remember you can edit your profile at any time. Please populate as much information about yourself as possible; this helps others connect with you.

Step 4 - find the Mixed and Sustainable Communities Learning Network

Type '(mixed and sustainable communities learning network)' into the 'Search for a Community' box at the top right hand side of the screen and click 'Go'.

Step 5 - Apply to Join Mixed and Sustainable Communities Learning Network

Click 'mixed and sustainable communities learning network' and wait for membership to be approved by via e-mail.

Step 6 - Confirmation email

You will receive an email from Geraldine McAteer, learning network facilitator, welcoming you to the learning network. This will include a direct link to the community.

Step 7 - Add to Internet Favourites

Add the Mixed and Sustainable Communities Learning Network link to your internet favourites, and gain direct access the community.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to post to the forum - or contact Geraldine McAteer directly. Thank you and we look forward to welcoming you online.

Page updated: Friday, March 6, 2009