With Academy LMS, you can now create courses directly from a YouTube video playlist in just a few clicks! This feature allows you to effortlessly import videos and structure them into a complete course, saving time and simplifying content creation. Follow this guide to get started!
How to Create a Course from a YouTube Playlist in Academy LMS? #
Transform your YouTube playlists into fully functional eLearning courses with Academy LMS! This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of integrating a YouTube Playlist into your Academy LMS platform using the YouTube Data API v3. Follow these instructions to seamlessly create and customize your course.
Step 1: Obtain an API Key from Google Cloud Platform #
To create a course from a YouTube Playlist, you’ll need an API key from the Google Cloud Platform. Follow these steps to get your key:
- Visit the Google Cloud Console at https://console.cloud.google.com/welcome/.
- Ensure you have an existing project in Google Cloud Platform, or create a new one by clicking on the project dropdown and selecting New Project. Follow the prompts to set up your project.
Enabling APIs and Services #
Once your project is set up, you need to enable the YouTube Data API v3 to access YouTube playlist data. Here’s how:
- In the Google Cloud Console, locate the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner.
- Hover over APIs & Services, then click on Enable APIs and Services from the submenu.
- In the search bar, type YouTube to find the YouTube-related APIs.
- Select YouTube Data API v3 from the search results.
- Click the Enable button to activate the API for your project.
Creating Credentials #
With the YouTube Data API v3 enabled, the next step is to create an API key for authentication. Follow these steps:
- In the Google Cloud Console, navigate to the left-hand menu and click on Credentials.
- Click on Create Credentials at the top of the page.
- From the dropdown menu, select API Key. This generates the API key.
- Once the API key is generated, click the Copy icon next to the key to copy it to your clipboard. Save this key securely, as you’ll need it for the next steps.
Creating a Course from a YouTube Playlist in Academy LMS #
Now that you have your API key, you can use it in Academy LMS to create a course directly from a YouTube Playlist. Here’s how to proceed:
Navigate to the Academy LMS section and go to the Courses page. On the Courses page, locate and click on the Add API Key button.
A modal window will appear. Paste the API key you copied from the Google Cloud Console into the provided field.
Click Submit API Key to save the key. The page will reload automatically.
After the page reloads, you’ll notice a new section called Instant Course next to the Add Course option. Click on Instant Course to open a new modal window.
In the modal, you’ll see an option to update the API key if needed. Next, find the Enter URL field. Paste the URL of your YouTube Playlist here.
Choose the Course Status: Select from options like Published, Draft, Pending, or Private.
Set the course accessibility by choosing whether it should be Free or Public.
Click the Submit button to create your course. Once submitted, your new course will appear in the course list, named after your YouTube Playlist.
To make modifications, click on the newly created course in the list to edit it.
You’ll notice that all videos from your YouTube Playlist have been automatically added as lessons.
From the Course creation page, you can customize the course details, adjust settings, and tailor the content to meet your needs.
This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to create a course from a YouTube Playlist using Academy LMS. By leveraging the YouTube Data API v3 and Academy LMS’s seamless integration, you can quickly transform your video content into engaging eLearning experiences. Streamline your course creation process, customize your lessons, and deliver high-quality education to your students with ease. Stay tuned for more Academy LMS updates and features to enhance your eLearning journey!
