If you are integrating with a learning management system (LMS) like Blackboard or Canvas, see LTI 1.0 LMS.
Video Tutorial: Create a Course
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Video Tutorial: Create a Course
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Sign in to Spark.
The Class Content page opens.
Click Create Course +.
Select Create a new course, then click Continue.
Complete the required information for your course.
- Course Name
How the course is listed in Spark.
Recommended naming format: Semester, Year, Course, Book (Example: Fall 2026 - ESL 030 - Reflect LS 3).
- Start Date
The first day students can access the course.
- End Date
The last day students can access the course.
- Which online practice activities do you want students to see?
Select whether students can see all the course content and activities or only the content you have assigned.
For the best Spark experience, select Assignments only.
- Additional Information
Optional: Description or notes.
This might include the course section or term.
Your new course is created and listed on the Dashboard tab.