Copying Custom Created Content from One Course to Another

Overview

There are two ways to share custom-created content between courses:

Option 1: Use a Resource (Shell) Course

• Create a shared “resource” or “shell” course
• Enroll teachers in the course
• Store and manage shared custom content in one place

Option 2: Copy or Link via the Library (Recommended for Quick Use)

• Pull content directly from another course using the Library
• No need to move content into a shared course first

Important Requirements

• You must be enrolled as a Teacher/Author in the course you are pulling content from
• The source course will appear in your School Suitcase/Folder in the Library
• If you are not enrolled appropriately, the course will not be visible

Method: Copying Content via the Library

Step 1: Open the Destination Course

• Select the course where you want to add the content
• Click Course Setup

Step 2: Open the Course Editor

• Click Open the Course Editor in a New Tab

Step 3: Add an Activity

• Click the + Add Activity button on a folder or at the bottom of the page

Step 4: Open the Library

• Select the Library option

Step 5: Locate Your Course Content

• Find your school’s suitcase (labeled with your school name)
• Click Open

Step 6: Select the Content

• Locate the custom item you want to copy
• Check the Add to cart box next to the item

Step 7: Add Content to the Course

• Click Link (or Copy, if available) in the upper-right corner
• The content will now appear in your course

Important: Review Settings After Adding Content

After adding content to a new course, it is critical to review and update the item’s settings to ensure it functions correctly in the new course.

Check the Following:

Assignment / Activity Settings

• Due dates (if applicable)
• Availability settings
• Attempts allowed
• Completion requirements

Grading Settings

• Confirm the item is assigned to the correct weighting category
• Verify grading category alignment with the course gradebook

Why This Matters

• Imported items may retain settings from the original course
• Weighting categories may not match the new course setup
• Incorrect settings can impact:
  • Student grades
  • Course pacing
  • Reporting accuracy

Link vs Copy (Best Practice)

• Link:
  • Keeps the content connected to the original source
  • Updates may reflect across courses
• Copy:
  • Creates an independent version
  • Best if you plan to modify the content

Best Practices

• Always review settings and weighting categories after adding content
• Use a resource course for frequently shared materials
• Confirm you have correct permissions in the source course
• Use Copy when customization is needed
• Use Link to maintain consistency across courses
• Organize content clearly in the Library for easier reuse

Troubleshooting

Content not showing in the Library?

• Confirm you are enrolled as a Teacher/Author in the source course

Cannot find the course?

• Check the School Suitcase area in the Library

Content added but not behaving correctly?

• Review assignment settings and grading category
• Confirm due dates and availability
• Verify weighting category alignment with the course

Need Help?

Still need help? Reach out to support at support@schoolsplp.com or click the email option under the "Need Help" tab.