Course Metadata – Tutor LMS
The Course Meta Data element in Tutor LMS provides additional information about a course, including details like course level, duration, date, and total enrollments. This element enhances the user experience by displaying key information about a course, and it also allows customization options such as changing labels, adding icons, and styling it to match the theme.
Key Features of the Course Meta Data Element:
- Purpose:
- The Course Meta Data element helps students quickly understand the key details of a course before enrolling. This can include information about the course level, duration, start date, and the number of students enrolled. It also provides flexibility in design with customizable icons, text labels, and style options.
- Meta Data Information:
- Course Level: Displays the level of the course, such as Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced. This helps users determine if the course is suitable for their skill level.
- Course Duration: Shows the estimated time required to complete the course, whether it’s measured in hours, days, or weeks. This gives students a sense of the course’s time commitment.
- Course Date: Indicates when the course Update date . This can be important for students who need to plan their schedules.
- Total Enrolled Students: Displays the number of students currently enrolled in the course. This can add social proof and encourage others to enroll based on its popularity.
- Icons and Customization:
- Icons: You can add icons next to each piece of meta data (e.g., a clock icon for duration, a calendar icon for start date, a person icon for enrollments). Icons help visually organize the information, making it easier for users to scan the page.
- Change Text Labels: The text labels for each meta data element (e.g., “Level”, “Duration”, “Start Date”, “Enrolled”) can be customized to suit your needs. For example, you can change “Start Date” to “Course Launch Date” or “Duration” to “Time Commitment”.
- Styling Options:
- Styling to Match Theme: The appearance of the course meta data can be fully customized to align with the theme of your website. You can change font styles, sizes, colors, and layout through the theme customizer or additional CSS, allowing you to seamlessly integrate the meta data into your site’s design.
- Flexibility: You can control the layout (whether it’s inline or stacked), adjust spacing, or even hide certain meta data if it’s not relevant for your courses.
- Where to Display:
- The course meta data element can be displayed on the course page, course listings, or any other custom location where you want to provide additional course details. It can be placed within the course detail area, near the enrollment button, or as part of a sidebar or footer.
- Benefits:
- Enhanced User Experience: By providing key course information, students can make more informed decisions, which can lead to higher course enrollments.
- Customizable for Branding: With the ability to change icons, labels, and styles, you can match the look and feel of the course meta data with your site’s overall branding and design.
- Visual Appeal: Adding icons and changing the layout enhances the overall visual appeal, making the course details more engaging and easier to read.
Example of Use:
- A Beginner-level course with a duration of 5 hours, starting on March 25, 2025, and currently having 100 students enrolled. These details will be displayed with corresponding icons like a book for level, a clock for duration, a calendar for start date, and a group icon for enrollments. You can style these elements to match the website’s branding, making them stand out for potential students.
By using the Course Meta Data element effectively, you can provide a more informative and visually appealing course page that encourages users to sign up, improving both engagement and conversions.