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How to create an educational course in Glide?

Discover step-by-step how to craft an engaging educational course using Glide. Explore design, content integration, and methods for optimal student interaction.

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Overview

Crafting an educational course in Glide allows the creation of a lively, interactive learning adventure via its easy-to-use, no-code setup. Integrate different types of content such as videos, quizzes, and assignments, all while tapping into Glide's sharp design tools to enhance the look and feel of your course. The process kicks off with planning the course structure, picking the right templates, tweaking components, and guaranteeing smooth, seamless navigation for learners. Utilizing tools like Google Sheets for database management helps in monitoring participant progress and engagement effectively. This guide walks through each step, ensuring the course is comprehensive and captivating.

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How to create an educational course in Glide?

Step 1: Create a New Project

  1. Head over to the Glide website (glideapps.com) and either log in or sign up for an account.
  2. On your dashboard, hit the "New Project" button.
  3. Decide if you want to "Start from Scratch" or use a "Template," depending on what you need.
  4. Give your project a name that fits your educational course.

Step 2: Select Data Source

  1. Glide lets you pick from different data sources like Google Sheets, Glide Tables, or Excel. Choose what works best for you.
  2. If you're going with Google Sheets, make sure your sheet is well-organized with columns for course title, description, modules, and other important info.

Step 3: Add Course Information

  1. In your data source, add a new tab for your courses.
  2. Include columns like course name, description, instructor info, module titles, and content.
  3. For each course or module, fill in rows with specific details.

Step 4: Design the App

  1. From the left panel, click on "Layout."
  2. Pick a design layout that fits an educational course, like a list or tile view.
  3. Link data points from your data source to components in the app. For example, bind the course title column to the list item title.

Step 5: Customize Components

  1. Click on individual components in the layout to tweak them.
  2. Add images, custom text, and buttons that link to different modules or external resources.
  3. Use visibility settings to show or hide components based on user roles or course completion.

Step 6: Set Up User Authentication

  1. Go to the "User Profile" settings.
  2. Turn on user sign-in options like email or Google sign-in.
  3. Customize user profiles to include fields like progress, completed modules, and personalized recommendations.

Step 7: Enable Notifications

  1. Head to the "Notifications" settings.
  2. Enable in-app notifications for things like module completion, new course launches, or updates.
  3. Make the notification messages engaging and informative.

Step 8: Test the App

  1. Click the "Preview" button to test the app in different device views.
  2. Navigate through the app as if you were an end-user to make sure everything works as it should.
  3. Fix any issues or glitches you find during testing.

Step 9: Deploy the App

  1. Once you're happy with the app, click on the "Publish" button.
  2. Pick a subdomain name for your app (e.g., mycourse.glideapp.io).
  3. Share the link with potential users or students.

Step 10: Analyze User Data

  1. Use the "Analytics" section in Glide to keep an eye on user engagement.
  2. Track which courses or modules are the most popular and spot any that might need improvement.
  3. Use the data you collect to iterate and improve your educational course content.

These steps will help you create an educational course in Glide, making sure it's structured and user-friendly.

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