We are thrilled to announce the launch of the brand-new public Open edX sandbox, built on the latest release, Redwood! It empowers you to explore the latest features and functionalities of the Open edX platform from both the learner’s and the course author’s perspectives. Experience the Learning Management System in an interactive, hands-on trial without any obligation and free of charge.
Why Register on the Redwood Sandbox?
Experience the Redwood Release First-Hand:
Get to know the newest Open edX release, Redwood, which was launched in June 2024. Explore exciting new features such as the Content Tagging feature, where tags are structured into Taxonomies, the new navigation experience, and the revolutionary Aspects data and analytics tool designed to provide course creators and administrators with valuable insights on user behavior and performance. Learn more here.
Free and Unrestricted Access:
There is no cost or commitment required to use the public sandbox! Simply register and explore the various user roles the platform offers at your own pace. Experiment with course creation tools and familiarize yourself with the Redwood release and its user interface (UI). The Open edX sandbox provides a risk-free environment to test and evaluate whether this LMS solution suits your project requirements and goals.
Hands-On Discovery for All:
Whether you are an experienced course content developer, new to online learning, or simply curious about the Open edX LMS, this public sandbox is the perfect way to get started.
Seamless Sandbox Development and Maintenance:
Abstract Technology, a verified and trusted service provider in the Open edX community, supports the development and maintenance of this robust and user-friendly sandbox.
The Open edX Sandbox is Perfect for:
Educators and Trainers:
Learn about the latest tools and functionalities in the Open edX platform to streamline online course delivery.
Learning Experience and Instructional Designers:
Experiment with Open edX Redwood’s features to create engaging, interactive, and collaborative e-learning experiences for every type of learner.
Anyone Interested in Open edX:
Explore and evaluate the potential of the Open edX platform for creating and delivering online learning programs.
If you are interested in an Open edX deployment, whether as a SaaS or on-premise solution, simply contact a provider from the marketplace list or reach out directly to Abstract Technology. The open-source community is here to provide help and support for your project. Get in touch with us.
Content Tagging and Taxonomies:
With the new Redwood release, the Open edX platform has introduced a feature that will revolutionize the way educators interact with course content: Taxonomy. This feature offers numerous advantages that enhance the overall learning experience.
Taxonomy allows for a structured classification of course materials. By categorizing content into specific tags and groups, educators can ensure that the material is well-structured. This makes it easier for instructors to navigate through courses, locate specific topics, and understand the relationships between different pieces of content.
Additionally, taxonomies can be uploaded directly into the Open edX Studio. Templates for uploading taxonomies are available for download in Studio as CSV or JSON files. Teachers can easily implement a taxonomy without having to create it from scratch. Download the example files for taxonomies here (CSV and JSON).
This sandbox is hosted by Abstract Technology, an Open edX Partner, and is publicly accessible, ensuring a seamless and familiar experience. With our expertise in developing and customizing Open edX e-learning solutions, we have developed this valuable resource for the community and actively maintain it.
Our team has poured immense effort and passion into this sandbox. We are incredibly proud of what our developers have accomplished for the Open edX community. This sandbox represents the latest advancements and best practices in the Open edX platform, and we are confident that it will meet the high expectations of users and learners worldwide.
Head over to the Open edX sandbox and get ready to explore the exciting world of the Open edX Redwood release. We are proud to empower educators, instructional designers, and learners everywhere with this free and accessible sandbox environment.
The Importance of a Continuous Feedback Loop:
We are always open to feedback and suggestions for improvement. Feel free to contact us and share your thoughts to help us make the sandbox even better.
Only with your feedback can we continuously refine our services and products to meet the needs of our customers and prospects. If you want to share feedback, please use the contact form. Also, check other resources like:
Already have a running Open edX platform but want to learn more about how to use and implement specific components? Take a look at the How-To-Video series on the Open edX YouTube channel.
If you encounter any problems with the sandbox or have recommendations, suggestions for improvement, or other topics about the sandbox, you can share them here, and we’ll help address your concerns.
Thanks Stefania and the Abstract team for providing this Sandbox
I could view demo courses just fine, but get error message when trying to create new course in sandbox studio:
Studio’s having trouble saving your work
User does not have the permission to create courses in this organization or course creation is disabled
Any suggestions? I tried all available org’s form the dropdown.