Import a class – Ans

Aside from creating a new class, you can also import a class or multiple classes by using a .csv, .xls, .xlsx or an EDEXML file.

To import a class, follow the steps below.

Click on your school name in the menu on the left.
Click group Classes in the menu at the top.
Click the drop-down button Import and choose your import method:
- Import with file
  Click Download template or create a .CSV, .XLS, or .XLSX file that consists of a maximum of 6 columns. The .CSV file should contain at least three columns: a class name, student number and an email. The order of the columns does not matter.
- Import with EDEXML
  Export a EDEXML file from your schools administration system.
Click Browse for a file and select the file, or drag and drop the file into the pop-up.

Options for the import of a class

Overwrite information from existing users
When an account is found by the student number, the name and email of the existing account will be overwritten if this option is enabled.
Send invitations
Students who never signed in to Ans before, will receive an invitation email. With the invitation, students can set a password so they can sign in with their email and password.

What’s next
When you have imported a class, you can add the class to a course.