This article explains what you should do when you have finished creating or editing your module.
Perform a final test
Once you have the final version of the module, it is important to test it at least once via the View as learner link using the Start new attempt button. You can read more about this functionality in an article called View as learner.
Check that everything looks and behaves as expected and that you can reach the end of the module. Also, remember to read through the content to ensure there are no mistakes and that everything looks the way it should.
Publish the module and inform your Customer success manager
When your testing is complete, you need to publish the module so your changes are visible. Publish module if:
You need to send a reviewer link for someone to review the module.
You use Skillcast LMS to host the module.
You need a remote content package to host on a third-party LMS.
After you have published your final module version, please let your Customer success manager (CSM) know that the module is ready. CSM will then test it at their end, checking that the module reports and tracks as expected. They will guide you through the next steps in the process.
NOTE: If you need a deployed content package to host on a third-party LMS, you don't need to publish the module. When the module is ready, please inform your CSM so they can export the content package for you and guide you through the next steps.
1. Find the module you want to publish. You can follow the steps listed in the article about Finding a module.
2. Select the Publish module link on the right side of the page.
3. The Publish module screen has three sections: Publish module settings, Module usage, and History.
Publish module settings
When all is set up as needed, select the Publish button to publish your changes.
Title | The published module activity title. |
Type | SCORM or AICC. |
Category | Select the required content category. If you are unsure which content category to select, you can check other modules that should be under the same content category or please consult with your CSM.
The category organises the "Select course" drop-down when adding a new course to a Learning path. For more information, please see the article titled Add an e-learning to a learning path. |
Skin | Keep the selected skin as it is. Changing the skin will change the module's appearance. If you want to change the skin, don't forget to "View as learner" and check you are happy with the module. |
Duration (min) | The time it takes to complete the module. Feel free to adjust if needed. The approximate time calculation formula is [number of words] / 150 words = minutes. |
Description | The description of the module. |
Development need (CPD) | This field is used for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Once enabled, this text will appear in the My learning > CPD > Activities. Users won't see it if you're not using CPD features. For more information, please read the article titled CPD Learning Outcomes, Development Needs, and Reflective Statements for E-learning Activities. |
Learning outcomes (CPD) | This field is used for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Once enabled, this text will appear in the My learning > CPD > Activities. Users won't see it if you're not using CPD features. For more information, please read the article titled CPD Learning Outcomes, Development Needs, and Reflective Statements for E-learning Activities. |
Ratings and feedback | You can enable/disable this feature for a specific module here. For more information, please see the article E-learning rating and feedback. If unsure, please contact your CSM. |
Version number | Increments automatically for each module publishing. |
Module usage
Here you will see where this module is used. When you publish the module, the latest published version will be visible in all listed places.
In the table, you can find the following information:
This is a remote module | This means that this module is exported as a remote content package. |
The activity is linked to QOTD campaign(s) | It will list all QOTD campaigns the module is linked to. If you have permission to edit QOTD campaigns, you can select it here and make changes. |
Learning paths | It will list all Learning paths the module is linked to. Select a learning path to go to the learning path's properties page. |
History
The history table shows the list of module publishing instances. It shows what settings were used, who published it, and when. Select each entry to see the full settings list.
NOTE: If you think you have the incorrect permissions, please contact your company admin or Customer success manager at [email protected].