D2L Bootcamp

D2L Bootcamp

Starting to teach online or being asked to teach with a new learning management system can be overwhelming! This module is designed to give you the basics for quickly putting together a new course using D2L and some guidance on how to manage your first online or hybrid course.

Guiding Questions

  • Where do I begin?
  • What goes where and how do I put it together?
  • What are the essential skills I need to have to be successful?
  • Once my course is ready, how do I work with and manage my students?
  • Where can I go to learn more?

What's in this Handbook?

  • Getting Started Checklist
  • Your Blank Course Shell
  • Overview Section
  • Add Modules
  • Add Outcomes/Objectives
  • Add Required Readings and Materials
  • Set up Rubrics
  • Set up Grade book
  • Create Activities
  • Add Activities to Modules
  • Assign Dates
  • Add a Mid-Term Evaluation
  • Complete General Issues & Questions
  • Complete Course Structure Section
  • Customize the Home Page
  • Create Your Welcome Message
  • Making Your Course Available
  • Managing Your Class
  • More Resources

Download Handbook (3.5 M)