Description
When using a Posit Cloud Instructor account, you can create special Instructor Spaces to share content with students while maintaining control over code access and editing privileges. While there isn't a specific 'Instructor Workspace' option in the UI, you can create and configure Instructor Spaces with the appropriate settings for teaching.
Solution
Follow these steps to set up an Instructor Space that allows students to run applications without editing the code:
- Create a new space from the New Space menu.
- For each application you want to share:
- Create a new project in your Instructor Space.
- Go to Project Settings → Access.
- Set Project Access to Space Members.
- Check the option to 'Make this project an assignment' to ensure each student gets their own copy.
- In the Members tab of your space:
- Invite students with the role of Viewer.
- Viewers can run applications but cannot modify the source code.
Additional Configuration Tips:
- Use Space Settings to configure additional options for your Instructor Space.
- Consider setting up a Base Project to define a common starting point for all projects in the space, including necessary packages and setup code.
- Review space member roles and permissions to ensure appropriate access levels for your teaching needs.
For more detailed information about teaching with Posit Cloud, you can review the documentation at https://docs.posit.co/cloud/guide/teach/
If you're still having issues, you can reach out to Support by opening a ticket here.