Cerego

Understand the difference between Mirror and Copy when adding existing content to a course, and when to use each option.

Overview

When you add an existing assignment to a course, Cerego asks whether you want to Mirror or Copy it. This choice determines whether edits to the content stay in sync across courses.

Mirror vs Copy at a Glance

	Mirror	Copy
Edits sync across courses?	Yes	No
Best for	Same content used in multiple courses	Content you need to customize per course
Example	A compliance module shared across all departments	A quiz adapted for different class levels

When to Use Mirror

Use Mirror when you want one source of truth. Any edit you make to the content will automatically appear in every course that mirrors it.

Common scenarios:

Standardized training content used across departments
A shared question bank that should stay consistent
Content maintained by one person and used by many

When to Use Copy

Use Copy when you need to customize content for a specific course without affecting other courses.

Common scenarios:

Adapting difficulty or wording for different audiences
Adding course-specific context to a shared template
Experimenting with content changes without affecting other courses

How It Works

Open a course and add an existing assignment
In the assignment picker, select the content you want to add
Choose Mirror (recommended) or Copy
The content is added to your course

Note: Cerego defaults to Mirror because it's the most common and safest choice. If you're unsure, Mirror is usually what you want.

Can I Change My Choice Later?

Yes. From the All Content page, you can use the three-dot menu on any content item and choose Copy to create a new independent version, or use Copy as Assessment to convert a Learning Set to an Assessment.

Troubleshooting

Issue	Solution
I edited content and it changed in another course	You're using a Mirror. Edits sync across all courses that mirror the same content. If you need independent versions, convert to a Copy.
I edited content but it didn't change in another course	You're using a Copy. Each copy is independent. If you need edits to sync, convert to a Mirror.

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Mirror vs Copy: Sharing Content Across Courses