What are Course Modules?

Modules are used to organize course content by weeks, units, or a different organizational structure. Modules essentially create a one-directional linear flow of what you should do in a course (this course was organized using modules).

Each module can contain files, discussions, assignments, quizzes, and other learning materials.

Screen grab of Modules in a course with numbered items.

Modules are set up by your instructor and may be different for every course. Modules will always display:

A Module topic or title
Dotted line indicating the end of a Module
Conditions set by your instructor for that Module
Line items inside the Module, represented by different icons.

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