How to Use Shrewd LMS as Teacher
Step-by-step instructions for installing the app, setting up courses, adding and managing activities, and accessing reports — all within Microsoft Teams.
Important Note: Shrewd LMS works natively within Microsoft Teams and does not require Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) configuration. We strongly recommend not using Azure AD groups or custom restrictions to control access, as this may cause unexpected access issues. Manage access using Microsoft Teams settings and policies only.
Managing Course Settings
Managing Course Settings
On your Learning page, click Edit Course to access all course settings and configurations.
Course Configuration
1. Course Title and Cover Image
Set a clear and descriptive course title. Upload a cover image that represents your course — this appears in the course listing and dashboard.
2. Start and End Dates
Define the course Start Date and End Date to control when the course is accessible to students. Leave blank for a self-paced course with no fixed schedule.
3. Copying Content from Existing Course
Use the Copy Content feature to duplicate sections, activities, and settings from an existing course. This saves time when creating similar courses.
4. Archiving and Unarchiving Courses
Archive a course when it is no longer active — students will still be able to view completed content but cannot make new progress. Use Unarchive to reactivate a course at any time.
5. Auto-Archive Students
Enable Auto-Archive Students to automatically archive students from a course after a set period of inactivity. This helps keep your student roster clean.
6. Notification Settings
Configure which email notifications are sent to students and course owners. Enable or disable notifications for new activities, activity updates, enrollment alerts, and course ending reminders.
