Setting up and scheduling offline events with the KnowledgeCity LMS
Video Walkthrough
How to Create and Configure a Class-Type Course for Offline Events in the KnowledgeCity LMS
Creating and managing offline events for your class type courses within KnowledgeCity LMS is straightforward. Follow this guide to schedule a class in a physical location and manage your class event effectively.
Step 1: Starting Your Course Creation
Access your LMS dashboard and head over to the Courses section in the left-hand panel.
- On the Courses page, start by creating a unique course ID for your class course which will help you refer to or track the course in the future.
- Enter your course name and then select Class Type Course from the Course Type dropdown menu.
Step 2: Course Details
Once you've selected the course type, you'll proceed to the Course Details page to complete various fields:
- Thumbnail Image: Add a course preview image.
- Instructor Name: Select an instructor or organizer from the dropdown list.
- Skill Level: Set the course level (beginner, intermediate, or advanced).
- You can also adjust the course name, add a tagline, a short description, and a full description.
Step 3: Save Your Course
After filling out all the necessary details:
- Click the Save changes button at the bottom left corner.
- Confirm the changes with the OK button in the pop-up window that indicates the course has been saved.
Step 4: Adding Course Files (Optional)
If you want to add supplemental files:
- Navigate to the Course Files tab.
- Here, you can upload media, images, videos, or PDF documents.
Step 5: Setting Up an Offline Event
To schedule an offline event:
- Go to the Course Events tab and click the Add Event button.
- Use the calendar icon to select a date and set the time for the event.
- Specify the event's Capacity and ensure the Type of Event is set to offline.
- Click Add to schedule your event which will initially show as unpublished.
Step 6: Editing Event Details
Click on the Edit option next to your event to:
- Toggle the Publish switch to publish the event for student enrollment.
- Input the event's Address or Location.
- Select the instructor or organizer, set registration dates, and choose the approval type (automatic or manual).
- Click Save to update the event details.
Step 7: Inviting Students
To invite students:
- Click on List Users, then select Invite Users.
- Choose students individually or by group using the dropdown menu and click Invite Users.
- Add any additional comments and click Submit to send out the invitations.
Step 8: Tracking Attendance
After the event:
- Go to the List of Attend tab to confirm who attended the class event.
- Use the Attend or Miss options to tag students' attendance accordingly.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage class courses with offline events in the KnowledgeCity LMS.