Factorial’s LMS includes a built-in Course Builder that allows you to create structured, interactive learning content directly inside the platform, no external tools required.

This guide explains the different content types you can add and how course progression works.

What is the Course Builder?

The Course Builder is where you design the learning content that employees will complete. Participants will find this content in the Catalogue, if published there; and in My Courses, if the participant is added to the course.

You can combine different types of steps — such as videos, pages or quizzes — and organize them into a clear structure. Participants will move through the course step by step, completing each part before unlocking the next one.

Content Types You Can Add

When creating or editing a course, you can choose from four main content types. Each one serves a different purpose in the learning journey.

1. Modules

Modules help you structure your course into sections or chapters.

• Think of modules as section headers.
• They group the content that follows.
• They don’t contain content themselves — they are organizational elements.

2. Videos

Videos allow you to upload learning material directly into the course.

• Participants must watch the entire video to mark the step as complete.
• Video progress is tracked automatically.
• Great for training recordings, tutorials, onboarding sessions, etc.

3. Pages (Image + Text)

Pages are simple learning screens where you can combine:

• One image
• A block of text

They’re ideal for explanations, guidelines, summaries, or visual examples.

4. Quizzes

Quizzes help check knowledge before participants move on.

• Users must pass the quiz in order to continue to the next step.
• They can see which answers they got wrong — but not the correct ones.
• Perfect for compliance training, onboarding assessments, or knowledge checks.

How Course Progression Works

Courses are completed step by step, in the order you define.

• Steps remain locked until the previous one is completed.
• The sidebar shows the learner’s progress.
• Videos must be fully watched.
• Quizzes must be passed.
• Pages are marked as complete when the participant has viewed them.

This ensures every employee follows the right sequence and completes all mandatory content.

How to Build Your Course (Quick Steps)

1. In your sidebar, go to Training → Courses and open or create a new LMS course
2. Click Add Content
3. Add a Module to structure the course
4. Under that module, add:
   • Videos
   • Pages
   • Quizzes
5. Drag and drop to reorder steps
6. Preview your course to check the flow
7. Click Publish when you're ready

FAQ

1. Can employees skip steps?
   No, courses follow a sequential progression. Steps unlock only after completing the previous ones.
    
2. Can I reorder steps?
   Yes, you can drag and drop any step before publishing.
    
3. Can I edit a course after it’s published?
   Yes, you can update the content at any time. Updates will apply immediately for new and ongoing learners.