Step 1: Access the Course Creator Dashboard

• Sign In: Log in to your Open edX account with your instructor credentials.
• Navigate to the Studio: Open edX Studio, which is the platform for creating and managing courses. You can access it by clicking on the "Studio" link from the main dashboard.
• Create a New Course:
  • Click the Create New Course button.
  • Fill in your course name, organization, and course key (a unique identifier).
  • Set the start and end dates for your course (you can adjust these later).

Step 2: Structure Your Course

Define Your Course Outline:

• Navigate to the Course Outline tab in the Studio.
• Add Sections to represent major topics or modules.
• Within each Section, add Subsections for specific lessons or weeks.
• Inside each Subsection, create Units, which will house your content (videos, quizzes, or discussions).

Plan Content Delivery:

• Structure your course to balance video lectures, assignments, and interactive components.
• Use the "Release Dates" feature to control when students can access specific units.

Step 3: Add Content to Your Course

Video Lectures:

• Go to a Unit, click Add New Component, and select Video.
• Upload your video or link to a hosted video platform (e.g., YouTube or AWS).
• Add transcripts or subtitles for accessibility.

Text and Images:

• Use the HTML component to add textual instructions, explanations, or supplemental images.
• Use formatting tools (headers, bullet points) for clarity and engagement.

Interactive Quizzes:

• Add a Problem component and select from multiple-choice, numerical, or open-response types.
• Write clear instructions and provide feedback for correct and incorrect answers.

Discussion Forums:

• Add a Discussion component to encourage peer-to-peer interaction.
• Moderate discussions by setting rules and monitoring posts.

Step 4: Configure Grading

Set Grading Policies:

• Go to the Settings tab and click on Grading.
• Define weightings for assignments, quizzes, and exams.
• Choose between Pass/Fail or numerical grading scales.

Set Up Assignments:

• Assign points to quizzes, exams, or projects.
• Use deadlines to encourage timely submissions.

Step 5: Customize Your Course Settings

• Course Details:
  • Add a course description, learning objectives, and prerequisites under Settings > Advanced Settings.
  • Upload a course thumbnail and banner for branding.
• Enable Certificates (Optional):
  • Set up certificates under Settings > Certificates if you plan to issue them upon completion.
• Add External Tools:
  • Integrate tools like Zoom for live sessions or external LMS platforms.

Step 6: Preview and Test

• Preview Your Course: Use the Preview mode to see how students will experience your course. Test each component for functionality, accessibility, and clarity.
• Request Peer Review: Ask colleagues or experienced instructors to review your course structure and content.

Step 7: Publish Your Course

• Set Course Visibility: Under Settings > Schedule & Details, choose whether your course will be public or limited to enrolled learners.
• Publish: Click the Publish button for your course sections and units. Once satisfied, move the entire course to Live.

Step 8: Engage with Learners

• Monitor Progress: Use the Analytics tab to track learner engagement, quiz performance, and course completion rates.
• Communicate Regularly: Send announcements to learners with updates, tips, or encouragement.
• Moderate Discussions: Actively participate in forums to guide learners and answer questions.