Overview of a lesson
Lessons provide structured learning around a single topic. They allow you to include text, media, files, embeds, and interactive content to ensure learners gain comprehensive knowledge. Lessons can be paired with assignments and quizzes to verify understanding.
Follow along to see how to create a lesson, add content, and use takeaway blocks effectively:
How to create a lesson?
Open the course's program.
Click Add new.
Choose Lesson.
The Lesson content editor on the platform allows to incorporate of different types of content:
text
images & videos
files as attachments
tables & lists
codes
YouTube, Vimeo, and Drive videos
pages from Google tools like Sheets, Docs, Forms, and Slides
and many more, including different embeds.
Learners are encouraged to review the material and click the Complete Activity button when they believe they have grasped the content.
To verify the learners' understanding of the material, consider crafting assignments and quizzes for each lesson.
Learn more in How to Create and Manage Assignments and How to Create Quizzes Help Center articles.
Takeaway blocks in lessons
Takeaway blocks in lessons help learners focus on key insights and action points by highlighting the most important information. These blocks make content easier to scan, improve comprehension, and boost retention of essential takeaways.
Creating a takeaway clock:
Open the lesson and scroll to the end of the content.
Click the Takeaway block button.
Takeaway blocks will be generated automatically with the ability to edit them.
Expert Tip: Use takeaway blocks to summarize complex sections and make it easier for learners to retain the most important points.
FAQ
Q: What is a Lesson in EducateMe?
A: Lesson is a content-based activity designed to provide learners with in-depth information on a specific topic. It can include various content elements like text, media, and embeds, all organized around a common theme.
Q: What types of content can I include in a Lesson?
A: You can add a wide range of content, including:
Text, images, and videos
Files (PDFs, PPTs, etc.)
Tables, lists, and code blocks
Embedded videos from YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive
Pages from Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms
Other embeddable content.
Q: Can I use AI to generate content for my Lesson?
A: Yes! The platform includes a content builder where you can find Ask AI to help you create or enhance your lesson content quickly and effectively.
Q: How do learners complete a Lesson?
A: Once learners have reviewed all the content, they can click the Complete Activity button to mark the lesson as finished.
Q: How do I check if learners understood the material?
A: To assess understanding, consider pairing Lessons with Assignments or Quizzes.