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Copy Training

Create a new training assignment by copying and editing an existing training assignment.

  1. On the navigation bar, click SAM Assignments.
  2. Click Training.

    The Training page lists all existing training assignments.

    To do this Do this
    View training assignments you created Click My Training.
    View public training assignments created by others Click Other Training.
    Sort the list Click a column heading.
    Preview a training Click Preview beside the training name.
    Find a specific training Type part of the training name in the search box.
  3. Click Copy next to your assignment.
  4. Optional: Edit your training name and companion exam settings.
    You cannot edit the content version.
  5. Optional: Edit your training name and companion exam settings.
    • You cannot edit the content version.
    • Copying training that has an existing companion exam does not make a copy of that exam. To create a companion exam for your copied training assignment, select Auto-generate companion exam.
  6. Click Next Step.
  7. Optional: Edit your textbook selections.
  8. If you selected a textbook, click Make all SAM tasks available or select chapters to assign tasks from. Then, click Next Step.
  9. Optional: Add or remove tasks used in your assignment.

    Adding or removing any tasks from the training also adds or removes them from the companion exam.

  10. Click Save.

    To save the training to be assigned later, click Done.

    To assign the training now:

    1. Click Schedule.
    2. Complete the assignment and scheduling options.

      Training Assignment Options

      Assignment Name
      Unique name for your assignment.
      Start Training on Apply Mode
      Students initially attempt tasks without assistance. They can access step-by-step instructions and demonstrations as needed.
      Instructions
      Additional instructions for students.
      Select Section

      Sections for which the assignment is scheduled.

      Your assignment can only be scheduled in sections using the same content version. A warning displays if you have already scheduled the assignment for any of the selected sections.

      Dates/Times and Security

      Specify when training is available
      Set the date an assignment is available.
      Specify when training is due
      Set the date an assignment is due.
      Specify password for student access
      Prevent students from starting until they enter a password that you provide.
      Available after due date

      Students can access training tasks after the due date for practice or review. Tasks completed after the due date do not affect gradebook scores.

      Default: Not selected

    3. Click Schedule.