How do I create a graphic organizer?

The Graphic Organizer block allows learners to capture and organize information, such as notes, definitions, or comparisons, into a structured, column-based format. Instructors can define custom columns and rows to fit the content (e.g., comparing topics, sequencing events, or outlining vocabulary), and learners fill in each cell with text or links to files and websites. Learner responses can be saved and, if enabled, submitted for instructor review.

1. Navigate to the page and select Edit this Page. Find the position you want to add a block and select the plus (+) icon.
   
2. From the dropdown, select Add Block.
3. In the Add Block modal, you can either:
   • Use the Search field to find a block by keyword
   • Select a block from your custom list of Favorites
   • Scroll through the list of All Blocks to select one
   • Use the various categories in the side panel to filter by block type
   • Select the star icon to add or remove blocks in your Favorites list

     
     

4. Select the Graphic Organizer block. The Add Graphic Organizer form will open. The form has two areas: Graphic Organizer Settings and Manage Rows.
   
   
   
5.  Complete the Graphic Organizer Settings with the following information:
   • Title: Enter a title for the graphic organizer. 
   • Point Value: This field only appears if the module is being tracked/graded. The default point value is 5. Adjust as needed.
   • Column: For each column you want in the graphic organizer, enter a label in the Column field (e.g., Title, Description, or Category). Click Add Column to create additional columns. Each column's content box supports links to files or websites.
     
     
6. In the Manage Rows section, enter a prompt (e.g., a question, topic, or term) in the Row field, then click Save Row. Repeat this process for each additional row until all required rows are created.
   
   
7. Once all the required sections have been saved, select the Add Block+ button to save the block to the page.
   
   
8. The new block will appear on the page in Edit Mode with a red, dotted outline indicating it's editable. 
   
9. Select the Publish My Edits button to save the block to the course page and see the content as it will appear to learners. 
10. After the learner selects the SUBMIT button, it saves their notes and makes the completed graphic organizer available for instructor review.
    

Graphic Organizer Examples

Math

Science

English