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6. Group Classes

The Group Classes module is designed for educators who want to host sessions for multiple students simultaneously. This guide covers the full lifecycle of a group class, from initial configuration to final scheduling.

6.1 Creating a Group Class​

Navigate to My Group Classes > Create new group class in your sidebar dashboard.

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6.1.1. Basic Configuration​

Configure the primary settings of your class to ensure it reaches the right audience.

  • Payment Type: Toggle between FREE or PAID.
    • Note: For Paid classes, ensure your payout details are configured in the 'Payout' tab.
  • Group Class Title: A descriptive, catchy name for your session.
  • Alias: A URL-friendly short name (e.g., intro-to-python-101).
  • Demographics:
    • Age: Select the specific age range of students.
    • Grades: Categorize by educational level.
  • Academic Focus:
    • Subjects: The primary field of study.
    • Unit: The specific chapter or topic being covered.

6.1.2. Capacity and Pricing​

  • Maximum Bookings: Set the limit for how many students can join. The system will automatically close bookings once this number is reached.
  • Price (ETB): If the class is PAID, enter the amount in Ethiopian Birr. The system handles the transaction and reflects it in your Course Transactions.

6.1.3. Media & Resources​

Provide visual and educational context for your class.

  • Main Image: Upload a high-quality thumbnail.
    • Recommended size: 320 x 285 pixels.
  • Course Material: Upload PDFs, DOCs, or PPTs that students can download once they book.
    • File limit: 1024 MB.

6.2. Scheduling (Update Slot)​

The scheduling interface allows you to lock in specific times for your group session.

Calendar Interaction​

  • Selecting Slots: Click and drag on the calendar grid to highlight the time blocks for your class.
  • Slot Legend:

6.2.1. Slot Legend​

When viewing your calendar, slots are color-coded as follows:

  • 🔴 Red — Paid 1-on-1 sessions
  • 🔵 Blue — Group classes
  • 🟢 Green — Free sessions
  • ⚪ Grey — Expired or unavailable slots
  • Navigation: Use the Week/Day toggle for better precision, and the Today button to reset your view.

6.2.2. Class Description​

A comprehensive description increases your booking rate. Use the integrated Rich Text Editor at the bottom of the form to:

  • Detail the Curriculum: What will students learn?
  • Requirements: Are there prerequisites for this class?
  • Formatting: Use Headers (H1, H2), Bold, and Bullet points to make the information digestible.

6.2.3. Finalizing and Behavior​

Once you click the Save button:

  1. Visibility: The class becomes visible to students in the marketplace.
  2. Booking Window: Students can book up until 30 minutes before the session starts.
  3. Virtual Room: A Zoom link is automatically generated and shared with all booked participants.
  4. Auto-Timing: The classroom will open and close strictly according to the slots you defined in the calendar.
tip

Always double-check your Set Availability tab to ensure group class slots do not overlap with your private 1-on-1 sessions.