Who is this article for?

Admins and Editors who need to upload pre-recorded video lessons into Ideagen Learning.

Admin or Editor access is required.

This guide explains how to upload and configure a video module using existing video files in Ideagen Learning. Supported formats include MP4, MOV, and AVI, with a maximum file size of 400MB.

1. Steps

1. Start lesson creation

   • Go to the menu option Manage, then select Lessons, and then select Create.

   

2. Add a video module

   • On the Create Lesson page, click Add Module.
   • Enter a name for the module.

   

   • Select the option Upload a Video.

   

   • Choose or drag the video file you want to upload.

   

3. Add more modules (optional)

   • In the Edit Lesson screen, click Add Module to include additional content.

   

4. Edit module properties

   • Click the Edit icon on a module to configure its settings.

   

   • You can change or keep the module name.
   • You can add a description to the module.
   • You can decide if users can skip the module.
   • You can download the uploaded video.
   • You can replace the video while keeping the settings.
   • You can delete the module from the lesson.

   

5. Reorder modules
   • Drag and drop modules to rearrange their order.

2. Preview and publish

• Click Preview to review the full lesson structure.
• Click Publish to make the lesson live.

After publishing, you can:

• Schedule the lesson manually or automatically.
• Add the lesson to the library like any other Ideagen Learning lesson.

3. Tips

• Ensure your video file is under 400MB before uploading.
• Use clear and descriptive module names for easier navigation.
• Preview the lesson before publishing to catch any issues early.

4. Related articles

• Understanding supported document types in Ideagen Learning
• Creating a lesson using a document module in Ideagen Learning
• Creating a module chapter in Damstra Learning.
• Editing Ideagen Learning Module Properties.