There is one required text for this class, Evolution of Modern Popular Music: A history of Blues, Jazz, Country, R&B, Rock and Rap  by Mark Vinet. ISBN 0-9688320-2-4.

This is available from the COS bookstore, amazon.com or directly from the publisher (this may be the best bet).  The website is: http://www.markvinet.com/books/buybooks.html.

Login instructions

The Etudes Student Help page gives you step-by-step instructions for a successful login (including your User ID and Password).

There are also several helpful videos on this page to help you get acquainted with this software.

Visit the Etudes portal and doing the following:

1) Click on System Requirements at the far left of the page.

2) Confirm you have all the necessary computer hardware and software.

3) Follow the instructions for reconfiguring your browser.

Almost all the technical difficulties people have using Etudes come from incorrect browser settings.

Once you've learned how to log in, go to the Etudes portal. You won't be able to login until the day after you register for the course, and you won't actually have access to this course until the first day of class.

Other useful links:
Online readiness
Online survival guide

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