How do I create a module?

Modules are at the heart of Learn and are likely where you’ll spend most of your time. The good news is that creating a module is simple!

This article will walk you through the basics and share a few helpful tips along the way.

To begin, you'll need to go to the Modules Section and select the Create Module option in the top right:

You'll need to choose one of the following module options:

1. On Demand — Trainees can take this module at any time. On-Demand Modules are where you will be able to upload content and training.
2. In Person — Track attendance and grades from live training. The Content tab will not be available for this option, as you will not be able to create content for this module type.
3. File Request — This module allows admins or trainers to request specific files or web links from trainees. The Content tab will not be available for this option, as you cannot create content for this module type.

Great! You've created your first module! 🎉

Manage

Now, you will be sent to the Manage section. From here, you can start setting up your module.

This is where you will start setting up your module and will manage different things about it:

1. Module Information - Here, you can add the title of your module and a description.

2. Module Settings - Set the minimum passing score, which will take the average across all quizzes to determine their Module score. For more information about setting passing requirements, please go to this help article.

3. Handouts -  Handouts are files that trainees can download and keep to use whenever they need. They’re not usually part of the main module content but are there to provide extra support. Think of things like handbooks, product manuals, or other helpful resources that make the learning experience easier and more complete.

Content

In the Content section, you will upload all of your content!  To start adding files, click on the Add and Arrange Content option.

You can import files from your computer, Box, or Dropbox, or even add a YouTube video. Select the option that you want, and then click Upload. Learn will then go through a two-step process to import and convert the file. You can also create your own quiz or even create a survey.

On the left side of the screen, you’ll find all your content files, Quizzes, and Surveys listed by name. On the right, you can view the slides themselves.

The arranger's view can be switched by clicking on "See Slide Detail" or "See All Slides."

You can rearrange the content in your module to best fit your training needs!

1. Select the slide or slides you’d like to move.
2. Drag and drop them to your desired location within the module.

Note:

• The position of the survey, intro slide, and recap slide cannot be changed.
• If you want to include other file types (for example, documents or videos) within a quiz, drag and drop those slides into the quiz section.
• When you select a slide within a quiz, the entire quiz will move as one unit.

Adding Additional Content

The Files section allows you to record audio for your slides.

You can add audio to intro and recap slides, as well as PowerPoint, PDF, and Word documents.

Note: Audio cannot be added to Quizzes or Surveys.

Learn how to add audio to your content here.

You can also use the eye icon above a slide to hide it from a trainee’s view. For PDFs and Word documents, you can choose to display the content either as individual pages or as one long scrolling document.

Once you’ve finished building and editing your content, click Done to save your work.

Creating a Course

When your Module is ready, simply add it to a Course and invite your trainees to jump in and complete their training!

Questions? Feel free to reach out at any time at learn@trakstar.com! 🙂