This course did not have a textbook. All the instruction for the course was organized by modules. These modules are organized so that all the links for one module are on one page. When the instructor taught the class previously, sometimes 6-10 pages were listed for each modules. Try to have a graphic for every screen of text.
Students can get tired of reading plain text online.
Many people rarely read long, text-intensive information online. Graphics and short pages can make it easier to read. Optional modules could be listed in the Course Content tool as well. It is helpful even if you're using version 3.x or higher because it helps to explain the rationale for putting materials in Course Content. Instructions on this page adapted from the WebCT's documentation .