Note: Groups are not always enabled in a course.

To start a group:

Note: If you created the group, you are automatically designated as the Group Admin.

1. Visit the Community tab (ellipsis icon) in the top-right corner.

2. Select Groups from the drop-down menu.

3. Select the blue addition icon in the top-right corner to create a new group. A "Create New Group window will pop-up.

4. In the "Create New Group" window, you may upload a group icon image (Recommended Dimensions: 200x200 pixels), enter a group name, enter a group tagline, and determine if the group is Open or Closed.

To invite a member to a closed group as a Group Admin:

1. Visit the group's space by selecting the group's icon from the left-side panel. The group's portable space will display.

2. Select the Group Dashboard tab at the top of the Group Space.

3. In the "Group Member" section, select the addition icon. You will be directed to the list of learners in the course.

4. Select a learner to access the learner's profile.

5. If you wish to invite the learner to join your group, select the invite button under their name. If you wish to cancel an invitation, select the invite button again.

6. The fellow learner will receive a notification on their course homepage (as well as an email invitation) to join your group. 

Approving the Request to Join as a Group Admin:

When a peer learner requests to join your closed group, you will receive a notification on your homepage and an email notification. When accessing the notification on your homepage, you may approve or deny the request.