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title: "Navigational Overview in HuskyCT (Students)"
canonical: "https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational%20Overview%20in%20HuskyCT%20(Students)"
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# Overview

This article is meant for students learning to explore and navigate the many tabs and features of a HuskyCT course.

![image-20260304-194703.png](media://9f787d0e-2730-4494-a909-a1e25aba1964)

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## Table of Contents

- [Content Tab](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+Ultra+Course+View+(Students)#Content)
- [Calendar Tab](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+Ultra+Course+View+(Students)#Calendar)
- [Announcement Tab](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+Ultra+Course+View+(Students)#Announcements)
- [Discussions Tab](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+Ultra+Course+View+(Students)#Discussions)
- [Gradebook Tab](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+Ultra+Course+View+(Students)#Gradebook)
- [Messages Tab](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+Ultra+Course+View+(Students)#Messages)
- [Groups Tab](https://kb.uconn.edu/space/TL/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+Ultra+Course+View+(Students)#Groups)
- [Achievements Tab](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/27807088672/Navigational+Overview+in+HuskyCT+Students#Achievements)

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<summary>Content</summary>

## Content

The **Content **page is the landing page that opens when entering a HuskyCT course.  This is where students can access course information, content, and graded learning activities.

> 📝 Helpful links for students regarding assignments:
> 📝 
> 📝 - [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26212499457](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26212499457)
> 📝 - [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26297598088](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26297598088)
> 📝 - [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26320011359](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26320011359)
> 📝 - [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26293370881](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26293370881)

![image-20260304-195650.png](media://b54d4e80-2277-455f-b97a-2eb1d9792b61)

**A**. This is a learning module  which can be expanded to find more content. 

**B**. This  lock symbol appears on content that the instructor wants you to see, but is not available yet. Hovering over the lock symbol can give you more information.

**C**. Class Collaborate   is where an instructor may choose to hold virtual meetings. An instructor may also upload recordings of Collaborate meetings under this area.

**D**. Books & Tools  is another way of accessing tools like Gradescope or digital materials like the Book Bundle.

![image-20250613-165528.png](media://72643604-f60a-465f-a384-7cc2a36c024c)

**i.** In modules with progress tracking, content can be checked off submitting the assignment.  
For info on progress tracking: [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26450559004](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26450559004) 

**ii**. Documents and links can be checked off by clicking the bubble  once accessed

**iii**. Progress on any learning module can be tracked via the bar indicator  .

**iv**. Some modules may require you to complete or view some items before accessing other items. For more on forced sequence: [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/27793096757](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/27793096757) .

![image-20250613-165945.png](media://541f729d-5248-401e-b980-6cf8cd8dacef)
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<details>
<summary>Calendar</summary>

## Calendar

The calendar can be accessed from the **Calendar **tab which allows students to see any upcoming due dates or planned events an instructor may have.

![image-20260304-200708.png](media://643e6302-d59c-471b-83b3-279e655a8152)

**A**. Students are able to switch from schedule view to a page where students can see all upcoming due dates for assignments or assessments.

![image-20250613-171027.png](media://4359f59a-3172-4007-9341-cba8fff38ddc)

**B**. Students can navigate the calendar via clicking the arrows  .

**C**. Students can switch the calendar view from a Weekly view to Monthly view.

**D**. Students are able to see how many items are due in a given week.

**E**. Students can see when an item is due via the schedule timeline.
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<details>
<summary>Announcements</summary>

## Announcements

Instructors may send out announcements to the class in which students can access via the **Announcements **tab.

![image-20260304-200953.png](media://9eb51520-19f9-475b-b249-1c928d29fd1c)

Clicking on an announcement will move the student to the announcement.

![image-20250613-171405.png](media://4ccf4600-3a39-4d22-b668-1ba5abb45041)
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<details>
<summary>Discussions</summary>

## Discussions

Students can view all class discussions in the **Discussions** tab. 

> 📝 For students looking to participate in Discussions, please see: [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/27635515422](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/27635515422)

![image-20260304-201039.png](media://9438bce0-3638-4f06-b53d-b0aeb1ee93ad)

Students can see notifications of replies or contributions  to a Discussion post next to the **Discussions** tab. All class discussions will be shown on this page, even if it is not shown on the **Content **page.
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<details>
<summary>Gradebook</summary>

## Gradebook

Students are able to see grades and feedback from assignments and assessments in the **Gradebook** tab.

> 📝 For students looking to: 
> 📝 
> 📝 - <u>**View Grades**</u>: [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26290651214](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26290651214)
> 📝 - <u>**View Feedback**</u>: [https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26302382154](https://uconn.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/TL/pages/26302382154).

![image-20260304-203035.png](media://93127c24-8dc1-4d75-b3eb-79b39f972164)

**A**. Students can see notifications   of messages next to the **Gradebook **tab.

**B**. Students can see due dates on assignments.

**C**. Students can see grades on items if the instructor has posted grades. 

**D**. If available, the current Overall Grade in the course is reflected.

**E.** Students are able to view results and feedback on assignments and assessments.
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<details>
<summary>Messages</summary>

## Messages

Students may send or receive messages from other students or instructors in the course.

![image-20260304-203648.png](media://8c11d0c2-d4c0-4c20-a1cd-a7d6bad822cc)

**A**. Students can see notifications   of messages next to the **Messages** tab.

**B**. Students can click individual messages to view a message and reply to it.

![image-20260407-160326.png](media://7a0728f3-ecfc-4c6d-a118-2908e6258e26)

**C**. Students can click **New Message** to send a message to users in the course.
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<summary>Groups</summary>

## Groups

Instructors may assign groups to allow collaboration between other students. To view or enroll in a group, enter the **Groups** tab. 

![image-20260304-204138.png](media://801de7a1-5d92-4f91-b54f-d50aff6bc0ab)

A. Students may see when an enrollment period ends for a self-enrolled group.

B. To join a group, students can click **Join** next to the group they would like to enroll in.

C. Students can click **Show Members** to access the group home page if there is one created.

![image-20250613-172511.png](media://173a31e8-cdf4-45f3-b5ba-75af04799e75)

**i**. Students can switch between views to see all Group Assignments on the **Content** page or the default **Members** page which lists all group members.

**ii**. Students can see all members listed in their group.

**iii**. Students are able to message their group members through HuskyCT without having to use email. An option to send an email copy of the message is available.
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<summary>Achievements</summary>

## Achievements

Students are able to earn achievements by completing goals that the instructor sets.

![image-20260304-204555.png](media://096490ab-bab0-473e-ade2-1080b06afde4)

**A. **Students can see the badges that they have earned.

**B.** Students can see the badges that they can and have not earned yet.

Students can learn more about the achievement by clicking the badge.

![image-20260304-204727.png](media://407b1385-5a9e-46c5-b4c3-3cd6e75f3b85)
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> ℹ️ For assistance using or accessing HuskyCT, contact the ITS Technology Support Center at:
> ℹ️ 
> ℹ️ - [techsupport@uconn.edu](mailto:techsupport@uconn.edu)
> ℹ️ - by phone at 860-486-4357
> ℹ️ - via chat at [http://techsupport.uconn.edu](http://techsupport.uconn.edu)