Creating Online Class
How to Create a Class: A Step-by-Step Guide
IQRALMS is a popular open-source learning management system (LMS) used by educators and institutions worldwide to create online courses. Creating a class on IQRALMS involves several steps to ensure that your course is well-structured and accessible to students. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you get started.
1. Log in to IQRALMS
- Open your web browser and navigate to your IQRALMS site.
- Enter your Microsoft365 username and password on the login page
2. Access the Course Management Area
- Once logged in, navigate to the Site Administration section. This is usually found in the sidebar or the top navigation bar, depending on your IQRALMS theme.
- Click on Courses, then enable edit mode.
- Click on “Add activity and resources” and select Microsoft Team Meetings.
3. Create a New Course
- Click on “Add activity and resources” and select Microsoft Team Meetings.
- You will be directed to the course settings page where you will need to enter information about your new course.
4. Enter Course Information
- Course Full Name: Enter the full name of your course. This will be visible to students.
- Course Short Name: Enter a short name for your course. This will be used in various locations where space is limited.
- Course Category: Choose the category where the course will be placed. You can create a new category if needed.
- Course Summary: Provide a brief description of your course. This summary will be visible to students on the course overview page.
5. Create Multiple Sessions:
- Go to “Dashboard” and navigate to calendar.
- Click on the class day and create an event.
- Enter event title, start date and time. You may also access further settings by clicking on show more options.
- You can decide duration, location and how many times you want to repeat the event.
6. Configure Course Settings
- Course Format: Select the format that best suits your course. IQRALMS offers several formats, such as Weekly, Topics, and Grid.
- Course Start Date: Set the start date for your course. This will determine when the course is available to students.
- Course End Date: Optional. Set an end date if your course is time-bound.
- Number of Sections: Decide how many sections or weeks your course will have (depending on the format you chose).
7. Set Enrolment Options
- Enrolment Methods: Choose how students will be enrolled in your course. IQRALMS offers options like Self-enrolment, Manual enrolment, and more.
- Enrolment Key: If using self-enrolment, you can set an enrolment key (password) that students will need to access the course.
8. Adjust Course Appearance
- Course Image: Upload an image that will represent your course. This image will appear on the course page.
- Course Format Settings: Customize the appearance of your course layout if needed.
8. Save and Display
- Review all your settings to ensure everything is configured correctly.
- Click the Save and Display button to create the course and view it.
9. Add Content to Your Course
- Turn Editing On: Click the “Turn editing on” button to start adding content.
- Add Resources and Activities: Use the “Add an activity or resource” link to include lectures, quizzes, assignments, and other materials.
- Organize Content: Arrange your materials and activities in the desired order and format.
10. Manage Course Participants
- Go to the Participants section of your course to manage student enrolments.
- Add or remove students as needed and assign roles such as teaching assistants or course administrators.
11. Review and Launch
- Review your course setup to ensure everything is in place.
- Announce the course to students and provide any necessary instructions for accessing the course.
Keywords:
Creating class, Manage Course Participants, Course Appearance, Configure Course Settings
Revision History:
Version1.0: Initial draft help you navigate the process smoothly and create an engaging learning environment.
Video Tutorial
Watch the video tutorial for creating an online class: https://youtu.be/j7-W-_98Bgw