In this article, you will learn all about Channels and how to use them on the platform.
What is a Channel?
A channel is the broadest way to categorise any number of learnlists and/or items in a collection in order to cover much more comprehensive topics. Channels on the platform are very much like the channels you see on Netflix. This means that users can have a much more enjoyable way to consume content on the platform. Channels can be used to structure content so that users can find it easier to learn more in-depth about broader topics.
How do I createa Channel?
There are a few ways to create a channel:
Method A:
In the top navigation bar, select Content > Click on Manage > Select Channels
Select Actions > Click on Add Channel
Method B:
In the top navigation bar, Click on the + icon > Select Channel
Go through the Creator:
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Best Practise: Keep your channel set as ‘hidden’ whilst you are still working on it |
Step 1: Name your Channel + set the visibility
Enter the title of the channel in the title box
Select the visibility of the channel:
Hidden - this content will only be visible to Owners, Admins and the creator
Only visible when assigned - this content will only be visible to users/groups/teams, that had the content assigned as a task
Everyone - this content will be visible to all users
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Best Practise: Keep your channel set as ‘hidden’ whilst you are still working on it |
Step 2: Add your tags, description and completion details
Add the tags you want this channel linked with
Add a short description about the channel
Select how the completion should be calculated
Absolute - Once a user completes the channel, their progress will be marked at 100% and will not change, even if new content is added to that channel
Dynamic - If new items are added to the channel, users who have previously completed the channel will no longer have a score of 100% until they complete the new items
Step 3: Decide on the structure of the channel
Select the structure of your channel
Ordered - The channel can be completed in any order
Locked - The channel must be completed sequentially
Locked until tasked - The channel appears locked until it has been assigned to the user
Step 4: Choose the order of new content and upload the tile image
Select how you want new content to appear in the Channel
Choose the tile image
Step 5: Extra options
Choose if you want to enable any Q&A or Discussions
Select whether you want to assign a certificate upon completion
Set the permissions (what other users can edit the channel)
Step 6: Complete the creation
Once you’re happy with the results, click Add Channel. You’ll receive a screen confirming the creation of the Channel or the creator will close.
Depending on the visibility settings you chose, your channel will now be visible on the dashboard.