Organizing Course Content

A well-organized course helps students navigate and learn effectively.

Course Structure

Sections

Sections are the main organizational units:

Use for weeks, modules, or topics
Clear, descriptive titles
Logical progression

Recommended Structures

By Week:

Week 1: Introduction
Week 2: Fundamentals
Week 3: Advanced Topics

By Topic:

Module 1: Foundations
Module 2: Core Concepts
Module 3: Applications

By Unit:

Unit 1: Theory
Unit 2: Practice
Unit 3: Assessment

Ordering Content

Drag and Drop

Click and drag sections to reorder
Move items between sections
Indent for sub-items

Numbering

Use consistent numbering:

1.1, 1.2, 1.3 for sections
Include week or module numbers

Release Options

All at Once

Publish everything immediately:

Good for self-paced courses
Students can work ahead

Scheduled Release

Set specific dates:

Content unlocks automatically
Maintains course pace

Sequential Release

Unlock based on progress:

Complete A to unlock B
Enforces learning path

Navigation Best Practices

1. Consistent Structure: Same pattern each week

2. Clear Labels: Descriptive, not cryptic

3. Logical Flow: Build on previous content

4. Visible Progress: Show completion status

5. Easy Access: Important items not buried

Tips

Limit sections to 5-7 items each
Group related content together
Include an orientation/intro section
Add a "Resources" section for reference materials