1. Admin Navigation Changes
Administrative tools have been reorganized in the updated Learn interface.
- The previous right-side Administration block has been removed.
- Course administration options are now located within:
- The “More” tab in the course navigation bar (top of the course page)
- The Settings (gear) icon on applicable pages
Common options such as Edit Settings, Participants, Grades, and Reports are now grouped under the “More” menu.
Important: Select “Turn editing on” from the top right of the course page to enable editing and access activity-level settings.
2. Course Layout and Navigation Updates
Course navigation has been streamlined to improve usability.
- Course sections are accessed through the course index (left-side panel) and top navigation.
- The left-side index allows quick navigation between sections and can be expanded or collapsed.
Course layout (e.g., Topics format, weekly format) is still managed through Settings (at top) → Course Format, but the overall navigation experience is now consistent across courses in Vanderbilt Learn.
3. Course Display and Dashboard Enhancements
Course Cards (Dashboard View):
Courses now appear as tiles on the Learn dashboard.
- Course administrators can upload a custom course image via Edit Settings.
- If no image is added, a default image will display.
Completion Tracking / Progress Indicators:
Students may see progress indicators on course cards depending on course setup.
- Progress is based on completion tracking settings within the course.
- Administrators should review completion settings to ensure accuracy, especially if activities are hidden or restricted.
4. Forum Updates
Forum activities include enhancements to grading and communication tools.
- Whole Forum Grading allows instructors to assign grades based on overall participation.
- Updated interaction features include:
- Sorting and organizing discussions
- Private replies (if enabled)
- Attachments and expanded editor tools
- Audio/video responses through the advanced editor
