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Instructor Guide

Instructor Guide

Primeversity

Primeversity

Instructor Guide

Instructor Guide

Instructor Guide

Welcome to Primeversity! This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about creating and managing courses on our platform.

Getting Started

Creating Your First Course

Step 1: Access Your Dashboard

  • Log in to your instructor account
  • Navigate to your dashboard after logging in

Step 2: Create a New Course

  • Click the “+” button to create a new course

Step 3: Enter Course Basic Information

  • Course Title: Choose a clear, descriptive title (e.g., “Mastering Canva for Business Branding”)
  • Course Description: Write a compelling description that tells students what they’ll learn
  • Course Category: Select the most relevant category (Business, Tech, etc.)
  • Difficulty Level: Choose Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced

Step 4: Set Course Pricing

  • Enter your course price (we recommend $19-$149 depending on course depth)
  • Consider your target audience and course length when pricing

Step 5: Upload Course Thumbnail

  • Use a high-quality image (recommended: 1280×720 pixels)
  • Your thumbnail is the first thing students see – make it professional!

Building Your Course Content

Adding Sections and Lessons

Sections organize your course into logical topics. Lessons are the individual units of learning within each section.

Create a Section

  • Click “Add Section” in the course builder
  • Give it a descriptive name (e.g., “Introduction to AI Tools”)

Add Lessons to Your Section

  • Click “Add Lesson” within your section
  • Lesson Title: Be specific (e.g., “How to Use ChatGPT for Email Marketing”)
  • Lesson Content: Add your teaching content using the editor

Lesson Content Options

  • Text: Write detailed explanations
  • Video: Upload video lessons (MP4 format recommended)
  • Downloadable Resources: Add PDFs, templates, or worksheets

Adding Quizzes

Quizzes help students test their knowledge and improve retention.

Create a Quiz

  • Click “Add Quiz” within a section

Add Questions

  • Multiple choice (multiple correct answers)
  • True/False
  • Single choice (one correct answer)

Set Quiz Settings

  • Pass percentage (recommended: 70-80%)
  • Number of attempts allowed
  • Whether to show correct answers after completion

Course Approval Process

Understanding the Approval Workflow

Important: All courses on Primeversity require admin approval before going live. This ensures quality standards for all our students.

What Happens When You Submit a Course

  1. You Click “Publish”
  • When you’re ready to submit your course, click the “Publish” button
  1. Course Status Changes to “Pending Approval”
  • Your course will NOT go live immediately
  • The status will show as “Pending Approval” (NOT “Published”)
  1. You Receive a Confirmation Email
  • Subject: “Course Submitted for Review: [Your Course Title]”
  • This confirms we’ve received your course submission
  • Example email content:

Hello [Your Name],

 

Thank you for submitting your course for review.

 

Course Title: [Your Course Title]

Submitted: [Date and Time]

 

Your course is now awaiting admin approval. You will be notified once it has been reviewed.

 

Best regards,

Primeversity

 

  1. Admin Reviews Your Course

Our team reviews your course for:

  • Content quality and accuracy
  • Proper formatting and structure
  • Appropriate pricing
  • Professional presentation
  • This typically takes 24-48 hours
  1. Approval Email

When approved, you’ll receive: “Your Course Has Been Approved: [Your Course Title]”

  • Your course goes LIVE on Primeversity
  • Students can now enroll!

Example email content:

Hello [Your Name],

 

Great news!

 

Your course has been approved and is now live.

 

Course Title: [Your Course Title]

View your course: [Course URL]

 

Congratulations and keep up the great work!

 

Best regards,

Primeversity

 

If Your Course Needs Changes

  • If your course requires modifications, our admin team will contact you directly via email
  • We’ll provide specific feedback on what needs to be improved
  • You can make changes and resubmit for approval

Best Practices for Quality Courses

Content Quality

✅ Do:

  • Write clear, concise lessons
  • Use examples and real-world applications
  • Break complex topics into digestible chunks
  • Include practice exercises or assignments
  • Proofread all content for spelling and grammar

❌ Don’t:

  • Copy content from other sources without attribution
  • Use low-quality or blurry images/videos
  • Create lessons that are too long (keep videos under 15 minutes)
  • Submit incomplete courses

Course Structure

Recommended Structure:

  1. Introduction Section (1-2 lessons)
    • Welcome and course overview
    • What students will learn
    • Any prerequisites
  2. Main Content Sections (3-8 sections)
    • Organized by topic
    • Each section = one major concept
    • 3-5 lessons per section
  3. Practical Application (1-2 lessons)
    • Real-world projects
    • Case studies
    • Practice exercises
  4. Conclusion (1 lesson)
    • Course recap
    • Next steps for students
    • Additional resources

Video Quality Tips

  • Resolution: Minimum 720p (1080p preferred)
  • Audio: Clear, without background noise
  • Lighting: Well-lit, professional appearance
  • Length: 5-15 minutes per video (break longer topics into multiple videos)

Managing Your Courses

Editing Published Courses

  • You can update course content at any time
  • Navigate to “My Courses” in your dashboard
  • Click “Edit” on the course you want to modify

Viewing Course Analytics

Track your course performance:

  • Number of enrollments
  • Student progress
  • Revenue earned
  • Student reviews

Responding to Student Questions

  • Check your course Q&A section regularly
  • Respond to student questions within 24-48 hours
  • Provide helpful, detailed answers

Payment and Earnings

How You Get Paid

  • Earnings are tracked in your dashboard
  • Payouts are processed weekly
  • Minimum payout threshold: £10

Revenue Share

  • Review your instructor agreement for revenue share details
  • Track your earnings in real-time

Need Help?

Support Resources

  • FAQ: Check our frequently asked questions
  • Contact Support: Use the contact form on our Support page
  • Email: support@primeversity.com

Technical Issues

If you experience technical difficulties:

  • Clear your browser cache
  • Try a different browser
  • Check your internet connection
  • Contact our support team with details about the issue

Quick Reference Checklist

Before submitting your course for approval, ensure:

  • [ ] Course title is clear and descriptive
  • [ ] Course description explains what students will learn
  • [ ] High-quality thumbnail image uploaded
  • [ ] All sections and lessons are complete
  • [ ] Videos are clear with good audio quality
  • [ ] Quizzes are added (if applicable)
  • [ ] Course is properly priced
  • [ ] All content is proofread and error-free
  • [ ] Course provides real value to students

Ready to create amazing courses? Start building today and join our community of global instructors helping students master business and tech skills!

Questions? Contact us anytime through the Support page.

Instructor Guide

Welcome to Primeversity! This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about creating and managing courses on our platform.

Getting Started

Creating Your First Course

Step 1: Access Your Dashboard

  • Log in to your instructor account
  • Navigate to your dashboard after logging in

Step 2: Create a New Course

  • Click the “+” button to create a new course

Step 3: Enter Course Basic Information

  • Course Title: Choose a clear, descriptive title (e.g., “Mastering Canva for Business Branding”)
  • Course Description: Write a compelling description that tells students what they’ll learn
  • Course Category: Select the most relevant category (Business, Tech, etc.)
  • Difficulty Level: Choose Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced

Step 4: Set Course Pricing

  • Enter your course price (we recommend $19-$149 depending on course depth)
  • Consider your target audience and course length when pricing

Step 5: Upload Course Thumbnail

  • Use a high-quality image (recommended: 1280×720 pixels)
  • Your thumbnail is the first thing students see – make it professional!

Building Your Course Content

Adding Sections and Lessons

Sections organize your course into logical topics. Lessons are the individual units of learning within each section.

Create a Section

  • Click “Add Section” in the course builder
  • Give it a descriptive name (e.g., “Introduction to AI Tools”)

Add Lessons to Your Section

  • Click “Add Lesson” within your section
  • Lesson Title: Be specific (e.g., “How to Use ChatGPT for Email Marketing”)
  • Lesson Content: Add your teaching content using the editor

Lesson Content Options

  • Text: Write detailed explanations
  • Video: Upload video lessons (MP4 format recommended)
  • Downloadable Resources: Add PDFs, templates, or worksheets

Adding Quizzes

Quizzes help students test their knowledge and improve retention.

Create a Quiz

  • Click “Add Quiz” within a section

Add Questions

  • Multiple choice (multiple correct answers)
  • True/False
  • Single choice (one correct answer)

Set Quiz Settings

  • Pass percentage (recommended: 70-80%)
  • Number of attempts allowed
  • Whether to show correct answers after completion

Course Approval Process

Understanding the Approval Workflow

Important: All courses on Primeversity require admin approval before going live. This ensures quality standards for all our students.

What Happens When You Submit a Course

  1. You Click “Publish”
  • When you’re ready to submit your course, click the “Publish” button
  1. Course Status Changes to “Pending Approval”
  • Your course will NOT go live immediately
  • The status will show as “DRAFT” (NOT “Published”)
  1. You Receive a Confirmation Email
  • Subject: “Course Submitted for Review: [Your Course Title]”
  • This confirms we’ve received your course submission
  • Example email content:

Hello [Your Name],

Thank you for submitting your course for review.

Course Title: [Your Course Title]

Submitted: [Date and Time]

Your course is now awaiting admin approval. You will be notified once it has been reviewed.

Best regards,

Primeversity

  1. Admin Reviews Your Course

Our team reviews your course for:

  • Content quality and accuracy
  • Proper formatting and structure
  • Appropriate pricing
  • Professional presentation
  • This typically takes 24-48 hours
  1. Approval Email

When approved, you’ll receive: “Your Course Has Been Approved: [Your Course Title]”

  • Your course goes LIVE on Primeversity
  • Students can now enroll!

Example email content:

Hello [Your Name],

Great news!

Your course has been approved and is now live.

Course Title: [Your Course Title]

View your course: [Course URL]

Congratulations and keep up the great work!

Best regards,

Primeversity

If Your Course Needs Changes

  • If your course requires modifications, our admin team will contact you directly via email
  • We’ll provide specific feedback on what needs to be improved
  • You can make changes and resubmit for approval

Best Practices for Quality Courses

Content Quality

✅ Do:

  • Write clear, concise lessons
  • Use examples and real-world applications
  • Break complex topics into digestible chunks
  • Include practice exercises or assignments
  • Proofread all content for spelling and grammar

❌ Don’t:

  • Copy content from other sources without attribution
  • Use low-quality or blurry images/videos
  • Create lessons that are too long (keep videos under 15 minutes)
  • Submit incomplete courses

Course Structure

Recommended Structure:

  1. Introduction Section (1-2 lessons)
    • Welcome and course overview
    • What students will learn
    • Any prerequisites
  2. Main Content Sections (3-8 sections)
    • Organized by topic
    • Each section = one major concept
    • 3-5 lessons per section
  3. Practical Application (1-2 lessons)
    • Real-world projects
    • Case studies
    • Practice exercises
  4. Conclusion (1 lesson)
    • Course recap
    • Next steps for students
    • Additional resources

Video Quality Tips

  • Resolution: Minimum 720p (1080p preferred)
  • Audio: Clear, without background noise
  • Lighting: Well-lit, professional appearance
  • Length: 5-15 minutes per video (break longer topics into multiple videos)

Managing Your Courses

Editing Published Courses

  • You can update course content at any time
  • Navigate to “My Courses” in your dashboard
  • Click “Edit” on the course you want to modify

Viewing Course Analytics

Track your course performance:

  • Number of enrollments
  • Student progress
  • Revenue earned
  • Student reviews

Responding to Student Questions

  • Check your course Q&A section regularly
  • Respond to student questions within 24-48 hours
  • Provide helpful, detailed answers

Payment and Earnings

How You Get Paid

  • Earnings are tracked in your dashboard
  • Payouts are processed weekly
  • Minimum payout threshold: £10

Revenue Share

  • Review your instructor agreement for revenue share details
  • Track your earnings in real-time

Need Help?

Support Resources

  • FAQ: Check our frequently asked questions
  • Contact Support: Use the contact form on our Contact page
  • Email: support@primeversity.com

Technical Issues

If you experience technical difficulties:

  • Clear your browser cache
  • Try a different browser
  • Check your internet connection
  • Contact our support team with details about the issue

Quick Reference Checklist

Before submitting your course for approval, ensure:

  • [ ] Course title is clear and descriptive
  • [ ] Course description explains what students will learn
  • [ ] High-quality thumbnail image uploaded
  • [ ] All sections and lessons are complete
  • [ ] Videos are clear with good audio quality
  • [ ] Quizzes are added (if applicable)
  • [ ] Course is properly priced
  • [ ] All content is proofread and error-free
  • [ ] Course provides real value to students

Ready to create amazing courses? Start building today and join our community of global instructors helping students master business and tech skills!

Questions? Contact us anytime through the Contact page.