Create a Course

Creating a course in the LMS is the foundational step in delivering educational content to your learners. Here’s how to get started:

Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Course

1. Access the Instructor Dashboard:
   • Navigate to the Instructor Dashboard on the front-end of the LMS.

   

2. Add a New Course:
   • Click on the “Create New Course” button on the dashboard.
   • This will open the course creation form.

   

3. Fill in Course Details:
   • Title: Enter a clear and descriptive title for your course.
   • Description: Provide a detailed description of the course, including objectives and prerequisites.
   • Course Format: Choose the format that best suits your content delivery (e.g., self-paced, instructor-led).
4. Set Additional Options:
   • Visibility: Decide whether the course will be public or private.
   • Enrolment Options: Choose how learners will enrol in the course (manual enrolment, open enrolment, etc.).
   • Course Duration: Set a duration for the course or indicate if it is ongoing.

   

5. Save Your Course:
   • After filling in all necessary information, click the “Publish” button to create the course.
   • You may also have the option to preview the course before finalizing it.

   

6. Post-Creation Adjustments:
   • After saving, you can continue to add features such as course images, settings for certificates, and other customization options.

Tips for Effective Course Creation

• Be Clear and Concise: Ensure that the course title and description are straightforward to attract and inform potential learners.
• Engage Your Audience: Think about how you can make the course engaging. Consider including multimedia elements later on.
• Plan Your Content: Before diving into lessons and topics, outline the course structure to ensure a logical flow of information.

Conclusion

Creating your first course is an exciting step in sharing knowledge with your learners. By following this guide, you will have set up a course that is ready for further development with lessons and assessments. Take the time to refine your course details to ensure a positive learning experience for your students.