The Add New Area: Course Link page enables the Instructor to add a link to another area within the course Web site. This flexibility in the Course menu gives the Instructor many options for providing Students with direct access to course tools and materials.
· Instructors may add a link to an Assignment or an Assessment that is due. The item would then be listed in a Content area and also on the Course menu.
· A link to the Discussion Board could be added to the Course Menu.
· A link to the course syllabus could be provided, enabling Students to access it more easily.
Follow the steps below to open the Add New Area: Course Link page.
Step 1 Click Manage Course menu under Course Options in the Control Panel.
Step 2 Click Add Course Link.
The table below details the fields available on this page.
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Field |
Description |
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Set Area Properties |
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Area Type: |
Indicates that this is a Course Link area. |
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Area name: [r] |
Enter a name for the area. |
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Link location: |
Click Browse. The Course Map will appear. Select a folder or item within the Course Map to link to and click Submit. |
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Allow quest access: |
Select the check box to make this area available to guests who view the course. |
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Allow observer access: |
Select the check box to make this area available to observers who view the course. |
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Make available for Student/ Participant users: |
Select the check box to make this area available to users enrolled in the course. |