Raps are quite precise in their timing. Keeping to the timetable is important in a RAP as you are coordinating the activities of all classes. Students become disappointed when their work is not recognised on time (eg Rap replies).

Steps

1. Update your RAP site with everything your participants (students and teachers) will need. Ensure you have:

• Challenging and interesting Rap points that are relevant to the year level and curriculum, and achievable in the given time;
• Strong curriculum links and rich Teacher Notes;
• Photos and/or media files in the gallery to provide interest and information;
• A timetable that will work providing you opportunities to promote your Rap and set it up properly; and
• Time and enthusiasm to commit to the project to ensure success.

2. Ensure your participants have everything they need: logins, Internet access, timely and relevant information. Email is the best way to communicate, however don't be frightened to phone or fax too. Anything that gets the message to the participants on time.

3. Ensure Rappers know that the Rap Points will be posted to the Rap COP every Monday morning and their answers are expected by that Friday (at the latest). Raps last between 4-6 weeks with set activities and processes.

3. Have a shared understanding with your participants on what is appropriate content (including spelling errors), images sizes and parental permissions on images.

4. Keep to your Rap Itinerary. Changes during the project effect the curriculum planning of your participants so be realistic in the timetable and the Rap Points you have set.

If something unpredictable happens, ensure all Partner Teachers know and understand the change that is made and what they need to do.

5. Check your emails and the Rap COP daily by:

• Responding to participant's emails
• Sending emails or responding to participants via the Rap COP to encourage, congratulate and provide information eg when the next Rap Point is due. 
• Checking content to ensure it is appropriate. You are in charge, so delete anything that is inappropriate and contact the Partner Teacher immediately. You can change spelling errors too- however you might like to discuss this with your participants first.

6. Include regular online chats and/or forums with participants to build their learning community and special guests or experts. They can provide valuable information to participants to help them respond to their Rap Points and extend their learning.

7. Ensure your students are involved in the planning and coordination of the project.

8. Contact the Rap coordinator if you have any queries or need to discuss your ideas.