Introduction & Getting Started
This page provides an overview of how to access, navigate, and use the MAXRES Construct platform, including terminology, hierarchy, and entry points for support.
Overview
MAXRES Construct is a powerful e-learning content management platform. This guide covers how to log in, navigate the interface, and understand the content structure you'll be working with.
Requirements
- Access to your instance's Author Portal URL
- A registered account with appropriate permissions
- A modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge) with JavaScript enabled
Logging In
To access MAXRES Construct:
- Go to the unique URL provided for your instance.
- Enter your registered email address and password.
- Click Login.
You may see a Remember me? option, a Forgot your password? link, or a Live Chat widget depending on your deployment configuration.
Pin the login page to your taskbar or bookmarks for quick access.
The Dashboard
Upon login, you are directed to the Dashboard, typically showing My Courses. From here, you can:
- Start a new course
- View All Courses which shows all of the courses in your Workspace
- View My Courses which shows only the courses that you own
- Import existing source files
- Search by course name or tag
- Adjust view filters and sorting
Navigation Menu
Click the Hamburger Menu (☰) in the top-left corner to access:
- Dashboard – Main overview of your projects
- Asset Management – Central library for media and assets
- Plugin Management (Admin only) – Manage themes and extensions
- System Users - (Admin only) - Manage all users and permissions within an Instance
- User Management (Admin/Workspace Admin only) – Manage users and permissions within a Workspace
- Administration – (Admin only) - Manage Instance level settings, RBAC, filters, metadata, and access MAXRES Architect
- Configuration – Configure workspaces and third-party integrations
Terminology
Terminology Mapping
MAXRES Construct uses a simplified and generic content hierarchy that aligns well with established instructional design and Systems Approach to Training (SAT) frameworks. These terms allow flexibility while maintaining clear mapping to formal constructs such as Roles, Duties, Tasks, Sub-Tasks, and instructional layers like Training Objectives (TOs), Enabling Objectives (EOs), Teaching Points (TPs), and Key Learning Points (KLPs).
Content Structure Comparison
| MAXRES Construct Term | Common Instructional Term | SAT / ILT Mapping |
|---|---|---|
| Lesson | Lesson / Project | Training Objective (TO) |
| Page | Module / Section | Enabling Objective (EO) |
| Article | Topic / Learning Object | Teaching Point (TP) |
| KLP | Group / Key Learning Unit | Key Learning Point (KLP) |
| Element | Content Item / Interaction | Individual Media / Text / Activity |
| Content Object | (Collective Term) | (Collective Term for structured units) |
| Instance | Server or Deployment Access | Server-level access to Author instance |
| Workspace | Platform / Tenant | Platform or organizational workspace |
These generic terms are designed to support a wide range of training contexts while allowing clear alignment with Defense and industry-standard training methodologies. This also aids in consistent metadata application and instructional traceability.
Content Object is a catch-all term that includes Courses, Pages, Articles, Blocks, and Components.
Content Hierarchy
The platform enforces a strict content structure:
Lesson > Page > Article > KLP > Element
Each level nests inside the one above it:
- Lesson – The top-level container; a full training objective
- Page – A structural unit equivalent to a module or EO
- Article – Represents a topic grouping blocks
- KLP – A key learning point grouping components
- Element – The smallest content unit (text, media, interactions)
Understanding this structure is essential. If any level is missing, errors may occur when building or previewing content.
Training Design View
The Training Design View presents the full content hierarchy of a lesson in a structured, column-based layout. This view is designed to mirror the Systems Approach to Training by allowing users to navigate, manage, and validate content at each instructional level using MAXRES Construct’s generic terms.
Purpose
The Training Design View helps instructional designers and authors:
- Visualize the relationship between content levels (from Lesson down to Element)
- Quickly navigate up and down the instructional structure
- Ensure each layer is fully built and correctly sequenced
Column-Based Hierarchy
Each column in the Training Design View represents a level in the MAXRES Construct content model:
| Column | MAXRES Construct Term | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lesson | The top-level container for a learning package (TO) |
| 2 | Page | Represents a module or major section (EO) |
| 3 | Article | A topic or teaching point within a Page (TP) |
| 4 | KLP | A key learning point grouping Elements |
| 5 | Element | The smallest content unit (text, media, questions) |
This layout enables structured authoring and instructional traceability, ensuring compliance with standards like DSAT or ILT frameworks.
Each level aligns with key training design principles, helping map content to Training Objectives (TOs), Enabling Objectives (EOs), Teaching Points (TPs), and Key Learning Points (KLPs) as required by formal training systems.
Navigation & Use
- Select any item in a column to reveal its child elements in the next column.
- Collapse or expand columns to focus on specific levels of detail.
The Training Design View is a powerful tool for ensuring logical flow, structural completeness, and instructional integrity in your course designs.
Documentation, Wiki & Support
Your instance may include links to:
- 📘 Wiki and Documentation – Access tutorials, reference pages, and platform guidance.
- 💬 Live Chat – Available in some instances for real-time assistance.
For the best experience, consult the documentation first before contacting support.