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Creating an eClass Sandbox Course
Last modified on 15 August 2025 04:28 PM
NOTICE: Please be advised that the content of this article may only be relevant for users concluding the final stages of course work on eClass or for users on the eClass External system. The eClass Learning Management System is currently in a read-only state that prohibits new courses, enrollments, and users from being added to the site. Credit courses and co-curricular courses at the UofA are now being delivered on Canvas, and full articles on how to use Canvas can be found here.

An eClass sandbox course is useful for any instructor or staff member who wants to explore the system, try out various activities, or do some practice course construction.  Note: You can only have one sandbox per account.

You can create an eClass sandbox course using eClass' automatic course request system.

To create a sandbox:

  1. Visit the eClass Course Request System to get started.

  2. Alternatively, to access the eClass Course Request System:
    1. Navigate to the U of A home page, click the magnifying glass icon at top right (magnifying glass icon) and click the eClass link under "Quick Links".

      ualberta homepage link to eclass

    2. Then, click on the Request your course in eClass button underneath the heading 'Instructors' in the left hand column.

  3. If you have not already authenticated to any U of A service using your CCID and password, you will be redirected to the standard login page. Enter your CCID and password and click Login to continue.



  4. Next click on Request a Course.



  5. Then, click on the Sandbox course tile and click Next:



  6. Check the box to confirm 'I want to create my Sandbox' and click Finish to create the course request. You will receive an email with a link to the course once it is created.



If you have any questions about what can be done with a sandbox course or about the request process, please call IST eClass Support at 780-492-9372 and we will assist you. 

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