Previous Cohorts FAQ
So, you're from a previous Academy cohort and you're wondering how you should tackle all of the new stuff...
First thing's First - welcome back. As you know, membership in IDOL Academy is for life and there is no such thing as "behind" so you can come and go as you need to balance your IDOL goals with everything else going on in your life.
Q: Do I need to repeat the lessons I've already done?
A: As always, you are encouraged to pursue lessons in whatever order you want according to your interests and needs. You can repeat lessons if you feel like you should brush up on those skills. You can skip lessons (if you've done them or not) if you are not interested in a topic, or have already mastered the topic.
Q: Can I still earn badges if I'm from a previous cohort? Can I still earn badges if I do not repeat some of the previous lessons?
A: Badges are a sign of your abilities - they show that you can create assets which meet the specified criteria. If you have the skills to create the assets without repeating lessons - THAT'S GREAT!
Q: My percent complete went down - I used to be at X% and now I'm only at Y%.
A: Yep - that happens when we add more great IDOL learning to the Academy.
Q: I see there is a new portfolio template, do I have to use it? (And any other question about - do you need to make a new portfolio website)
A: No - if you have a portfolio website setup you do not need to change it.
Q: I already have a portfolio but I love the new template - can I use it?
A: Of Course. If you are willing to start from scratch, you can simply follow the new lesson to get your hosting and install the template. If you don't want to start from scratch you'll have some work ahead of you - post a question in the Alumni Facebook group and ask for help so we can find out exactly what you have and what you want to accomplish.