Event Estimated Duration

Overview

Event Estimated Duration tells learners how much time to set aside for an event. This duration appears on event tiles and detail pages, helping learners plan their schedules and filter events by time commitment.

When events are added to Learning Paths, their durations contribute to the total path time, giving learners a clear picture of the overall commitment required.

Functionality Breakdown

Duration Options

Events use predefined duration categories designed for training and meeting contexts:

Where Duration Appears

• Event tiles in search results and listings

• Event detail page in the overview section

• Learning Path total time calculations

• Filters for learners searching by available time

Custom Time

For events that don't fit standard categories, use Custom Time to specify:

• Hours: Whole hours (e.g., 3)

• Minutes: Additional minutes (e.g., 30)

Example: A 3.5-hour workshop would be set as 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Duration vs Session Length

These may differ—for example, a 2-hour session might have a 3-hour duration if preparation or follow-up work is expected.

Pre-requisites

Role Requirements

Quick Start Guide

Setting Event Duration

1. Create a new event or edit an existing one

2. Find the Estimated Duration or Total Time field

3. Select a duration category:

   • Less than 2 hours

   • 2-4 hours

   • 4-8 hours

   • 8-12 hours

   • More than 12 hours

   • Custom time

4. If Custom Time, enter hours and/or minutes

5. Click Save

Choosing the Right Duration

Consider:

• Scheduled session time: How long are learners in the session?

• Preparation time: Is pre-work expected?

• Follow-up activities: Are there post-session tasks?

• Multiple sessions: For "All Sessions" events, consider total time across all sessions

Using Duration Filters

Learners can filter events by duration:

1. Go to Discover → Events (or search)

2. Open Filters

3. Select Duration or Time filter

4. Choose desired duration range

5. View filtered results

FAQs

Is duration required for events?
A default duration is set, but you should update it to accurately reflect the actual time commitment.

Does changing session times update the duration?
No, duration is set independently. If session times change significantly, remember to update the estimated duration manually.

How is duration used in Learning Paths?
The durations of all items in a Learning Path are summed to show the total estimated completion time.

Can learners see exact custom times?
Yes, custom times display as specified (e.g., "3 hours 30 minutes").

What if my event has variable-length sessions?
Use the duration that best represents the typical or average experience for learners.

Does duration affect any automated features?
Duration is primarily informational. It doesn't affect session scheduling, reminders, or completion logic.

Troubleshooting