What is WebCT?
WebCT and Vista are web-based, interactive tools that U.H. instructors often use to deliver course information and material online. Vista is an upgraded version of WebCT.
WebCT and Vista are frequently used for online classes, but other types of classes (ex. televised or tape-purchase) often include online components that use these tools. Your instructor may rely on WebCT or Vista to communicate with you, deliver course materials, adminster exams, or hold group sessions online.
A few instructors for online classes create stand-alone websites instead of using WebCT or Vista.
You use WebCT and Vista through your web browser. Both are easy to learn and there are online tutorials for new users.
View the online WebCT and Vista tutorials: http://uh.edu/webct/help/tutorial.html.
When you register for a class that uses WebCT or Vista, a login ID and password will be assigned to you.
- To find out your login ID, visit the WebCT homepage and follow the instructions for “New Users.” (Login IDs and passwords are case sensitive.)
- Your initial password is your birth date. Be sure to enter all four digits of your birth year.
- If you registered before classes started, your WebCT account will be active on the first day of classes. If you registered late, allow approximately 3 days to set up your account.
To find out if your course uses WebCT or Vista:
- Return to the WebCT homepage
- Click the button "Where's My Course?"
- Click "Lookup Course," enter the section number of your class, and click "Go."