Guide for Exporting and Importing Course Content Between Sakai Instances

Exporting Content from the Old Sakai Instance

1. Access the Course Site: Log in to the old Sakai instance and go to the course site you want to export content from.
2. Ensure the Lessons Tool is Available: The Lessons tool is enabled on all course sites, but if you do not see it, you can add it by following these steps:

• Go to Site Info.
• Select Manage Tools.
• Find and check the Lessons option, then click Continue and Finish to save.

3. Export the Content:

• Go to Lessons in the course menu.
• Click on More Tools, then select Export CC (IMS Common Cartridge).
• Choose the export options as needed, particularly if including question pools, and click Download. A .imscc file will be saved to your device.

Importing Content into the New Sakai Instance

1. Access the New Course Site: Log in to the new Sakai instance and open the course site where you want to import content.
2. Prepare the Site: Ensure your new course site has a blank Lessons tool and any other tools (Tests & Quizzes, Forums, Assignments) referenced by the imported content.

• To add any missing tools, go to Site Info > Manage Tools, check the required tools, and save.

3. Import the Content:

• Go to Lessons and select More Tools, then choose Import CC/CP.
• Click Choose File, select the .imscc file you downloaded, and click Import.

Important Notes:

• Linked Content: Text, images, audio, and video files may require re-embedding due to file storage differences.
• Tools and Settings: All linked forums, assignments, and quizzes will import as drafts, and certain prerequisites will be reset.
• Student Data: Student pages and comments are not included in the export.