Authoring - Create courses and learning resources
Create new OpenOlat learning resources
The following learning resources can be created in Authoring:
The specific creation process is described on the following pages:
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Creating courses
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Creating tests
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Creating CP learning content
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Creating wikis
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Creating podcasts
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Creating blogs
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Creating resource folders
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Creating forms
User manual article | Detailed instructions -
Create a prepared or pre-structured portfolio template
User manual article -
Creating glossaries
User manual article
Tip
If you want to build your courses systematically and use learning resources in multiple courses, it is recommended to create the learning resources in Authoring instead of in the course elements of the courses.
Import learning resources
Import file
Learning resources created outside OpenOlat or exported from another OpenOlat system can be imported into OpenOlat, provided they are in a compatible format. All of the mentioned types of learning resources, videos, certain standardized formats and any files can be imported.
If you import a course from another OpenOlat instance, for example, you will be asked whether the learning resources used in the course (e.g. a wiki or a test) should also be imported. After the import, you must publish the course so that it is visible to you and other OpenOlat users.
At the end of the import, you reach the "Settings" menu, where you can make further configurations, for example define the licence of the course.
Embed via URL
External media can also be embedded via URL without uploading the file to OpenOlat. To do so, open the selection menu next to the Import file button in Authoring and select Embed via URL.
Based on the URL, OpenOlat automatically detects the appropriate resource type and creates a corresponding learning resource in which the medium is linked. For videos, this creates a Learning resource video; all functions of the OpenOlat video editor are then available.
The following resources are supported:
- Videos: MP4, m3u8, YouTube, Vimeo, Panopto
- Blog or Podcast
Media from additional platforms can be enabled by the system administration if required.
The dialog contains the following fields:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| URL | Link to the external resource. After entering it, OpenOlat automatically determines the type and, if available, the title of the medium. |
| Type | The detected resource type. If several types match the URL, select the desired one here. |
| Title of learning resource | Mandatory field. Name of the new learning resource. For videos, the title is prefilled from the source and can be adjusted. |
| Reference | Optional external identifier, displayed on the course overview page. |
| Administrative access | Mandatory field. Organisation to which the learning resource is administratively assigned. |
Click Embed to create the learning resource.
Further information
Mentioned on this page
Creating Courses >
How do I create my first OpenOlat course? >
Creating Tests >
How do I proceed when I create a test? >
CP Editor >
How do I create a content package? >
Creating Wikis >
How do I create a wiki? >
Podcast: Overview >
How do I create a podcast? >
Blog: Overview >
How do I create a blog? >
Resource folder >
How can I use the same files in several courses? >
Forms - Overview >
How do I create a form learning resource? >
Portfolio template: Creation >
Glossary >
Learning resource: Video >
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Voraussetzungen für Autoren
Funktionsprinzipien
Kurse erstellen und bearbeiten
Überblick Testing
Wie funktionieren Tests in OpenOlat?
Kursbausteine konfigurieren
Test-Lernressource erstellen
Fragen erstellen
Tests erstellen/bearbeiten