This document provides instructions for adding external learning resources from the National Learning Network database into an online course in the STC Live system. It outlines the steps to search for materials from NLN, preview a selected resource, and insert the link to that resource into a course page. The goal is to learn how to access and utilize pre-made educational content from an external source within the STC Live online course platform.
4. Add an IMS Content Package These are the drop down menus used for adding material. In this tutorial we'll look at an easy to install and useful activity: Adding an IMS Content Package Add a resource... Insert a label Add a lightbox gallery Compose a text page Compose a web page Link to a file or web site Display a directory Add an IMS Content Package Display a 3D molecule viewer Add an activity... Assignments Advanced uploading of files Online text Upload a single file Offline activity Chat Choice Database Feedback Forum Glossary Hot Potatoes Quiz Lesson Quiz SCORM/AICC Survey Wiki Workshop 1 1
5. Add an IMS Content Package 1 This is the window that opens... 2 Clicking on "Add an IMS Content Package" enables you to insert a ready-made lesson from the national learning network site. Add a resource... Insert a label Add a lightbox gallery Compose a text page Compose a web page Link to a file or website Display a directory Add an IMS Content Package Display a 3D molecule viewer
6. Give the resource a name which will be clear to students Click on " browse repository " (see next page) Don't forget to change this to "new window"
7. This is the window that opens... click on " nln-materials -new ", and the window below opens. 1 Click on your area... 2
8. ... and you will see the list of resources available. Click " Preview " to see the resource (or “ choose ” if you already know you want it)
9. Click “ start” to view the lesson ( make sure your PC has the volume up ) If you've seen enough and you want the lesson, click " choose "
10. If you decide you don't want this lesson, click " back " to browse again Click on another section of the lesson to jump ahead
11. If you click “ choose” , you get back to this page, and the resource link is entered here Click " save and return to course "
12. Ask for your IT champion to arrange to have your students e-enrolled on the STC Live course, and you're ready to start using the page for induction & support material, as activities in lessons or for homework, for student socialisation, as a revision archive and more...
13. If you have any queries or need further guidance, please contact us on [email_address] Remember we are here to answer your queries and help you get started … We hope you have enjoyed this induction session. Please could you now complete our online evaluations for Training 2A? Many thanks!