Editing an Existing Course in Empath
Objective
This KB outlines the steps to edit an existing course in Empath to enhance its appearance and content.
Key Steps
1. Verify Content Admin Role 0:27
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Ensure you have the content admin role in Empath.
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Check for the 'Create' button or 'Content Admin' option in your profile drop-down menu.
2. Access Content Admin Section 0:46
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From any screen in Empath, click on your profile drop-down menu.
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Select 'Content Admin' to enter the content management area.
3. Locate the Course 0:57
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Use a tagging system to find the course easily (e.g., tag with 'demo').
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Click on 'Edit Course' in the corner to open the editing window.
4. Edit Lessons 1:26
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Navigate to the content section of the course.
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Click on the lesson you want to edit.
5. Add Thumbnails and Taglines 2:02
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Upload a thumbnail for the lesson (e.g., use screenshots).
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Add a tagline and an emoji if desired.
6. Add Skills to Lessons 2:29
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Include relevant skills for each lesson to enhance learning outcomes.
7. Save Changes 2:50
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After making edits, click 'Save' to apply changes.
8. Repeat for Additional Lessons 3:02
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Continue editing other lessons by repeating steps 4 to 7.
9. Edit Quiz Section 4:11
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Access the quiz section to edit the name, questions, and format.
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Note that graphic additions are not currently supported.
10. Finalize Edits 4:40
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Review all changes made to ensure everything looks good.
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Click 'Save' to finalize all edits.
11. Verify Course Appearance 5:08
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Navigate to the primary courses tab to find your edited course.
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Check that the course content appears as intended.
Cautionary Notes
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Ensure you have the necessary permissions before attempting to edit courses.
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Be cautious when editing quizzes, as options are limited compared to lesson edits.
Tips for Efficiency
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Use a consistent naming scheme for easier course identification.
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Utilize screenshots for thumbnails to save time on graphic design.