Complete Guide: How to Add a Course
Follow these simple steps to create and publish a new course in Tutor LMS.
Step 1: Go to your dashboard
- Login: Sign in to your instructor account.
- Open dashboard: Click “Dashboard” from the site menu.
Step 2: Click “New Course”
- New Course button: Click the “New Course” button. It opens the course creation form.
Step 3: Fill basic course details
- Course title: Enter a clear, descriptive name.
- Description: Explain outcomes, audience, and requirements.
- Category: Choose the most relevant category.
- Featured image: Upload a 16:9 image (e.g., 1280×720).
Step 4: Add lessons and topics
- Course builder: Add topics, then add lessons under each topic.
- Lesson content: Add text, video, attachments, and optionally quizzes.
- Structure: Keep lessons short and organized.
Step 5: Set pricing (optional)
- Monetization: Open Course Settings → Monetization.
- Price: Set a price, or leave it as free.
- Requirements: Ensure payment settings are configured in the LMS.
Step 6: Review and publish
- Preview: Check title, description, lessons, and media.
- Publish: Click “Publish” to make the course live.
- Update: You can edit and republish anytime.
Pro tips for a great course
- Clarity: Use short lessons and clear objectives.
- Quality: Add high‑quality video and audio.
- Engagement: Include quizzes and assignments.
- Branding: Use consistent thumbnails and section titles.