The Online Course Builder is a flexible, platform that enables schools and colleges to create and deliver free online courses for both their students and the wider public. Designed as part of the SDS Metis educational system, it provides schools with a simple way to share information and knowledge beyond the traditional classroom environment.
Courses can be created and curated by teaching staff or administrators, allowing the school to retain full control over the quality and content. A course can include a range of uploaded learning materials including audio and visual content, supporting resources, presentations and assessments providing students with everything they need to study a subject online in a structured and supported way.
The Online Course Builder handles the administrative side of delivery, managing user accounts, course enrolment. It allows educators to focus on teaching and content creation, while the platform takes care of tracking levels of engagement and progress throughout each course.
Whether used to support existing students or to engage with the wider community, the Online Course Builder helps institutions extend their reach and make high-quality educational resources accessible online, all within the wider SDS Metis system.
Existing clients of the system include Manchester Grammar School. You can read more about how they are using the system on their MGS Life web site.