There are many free Zoom alternatives you can use to facilitate real-time communication within your online learning courses. We’ve covered how to use the free open source Meet.Jit.si web application and how to install a private Jitsi instance on Ubuntu Server. Notable features include the fact that it doesn’t require creating an account to use Read More >
Moodle
Moodle is an open-source learning management system (LMS) that can be used to track and deliver training. Moodle is actually an acronym that stands for Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment.
100 – Moodle Education Channel
- 101: Getting Started with Moodle
- 102: Creating Courses in Moodle
- 103: Adding an activity or resource to a course in Moodle
- 104: Working with the Question Bank
- 105: User Accounts and Permissions in Moodle
- 106: Moodle Grading and Reports
- 107: Changing the Appearance of Moodle
- 108: Managing Moodle Plugins
Popular Moodle Articles
How to Add Content Security Policy in Moodle With the Local CSP Plugin
The Local CSP Moodle plugin allows administrators to create and manage the Content-Security-Policy (CSP) HTTP header without manually editing the .htaccess file. CSP works as an allowlist to specify what types of content, and from what origin (internal and external), supporting web browsers can load within your website. Think of it as a “code firewall.” Read More >
Setting up an SMTP Connection in Moodle
Messages sent from Moodle can go through either the PHP mail function or through SMTP server connection. In some cases, the PHP mail function may be disabled on the server (Depending on the hosting company) to prevent spammers from sending emails through compromised websites. To work around this, the email can be configured to connect Read More >
Update Moodle 3.6 to Use MariaDB
Moodle users may get an error while attempting to upgrade. This may be due to Moodle looking for MariaDB while MySQL is installed. This is more common on shared server accounts as Dedicated / VPS hosting users can upgrade to MariaDB anytime. Below we’ll configure Moodle for MariaDB. Looking for cheaper but full-featured website hosting? Read More >
How to Import & Export Role Definitions in Moodle
In this tutorial: Exporting Role Definitions Importing Role Definitions Beginning with Moodle 2.6 is the ability to Import and Export Role definitions. This allows you to share your role definitions, or use them on other Moodle sites. In this tutorial we will show you how to Import and Export Role Definitions in Moodle. Exporting Role Read More >
Displaying Additional Name Fields in Moodle
Starting with Moodle 2.6, you have the ability to display additional name fields. This is helpful when you have users with foreign characters in their names (such as Japan), and you also want to display a name in Roman Characters, or with phonetic spelling. In this tutorial, I will show you how to display additional Read More >
Installing PoodLL plugins for Moodle
In this tutorial, we will show you how to install the PoodLL plugins for Moodle. This is a popular add-on since it adds audio/video recording abilities to your moodle site, and can also help you teach language courses. For example, using the PoodLL plugin you can allow students to submit audio or video answers to Read More >
How to Fix the “uploaded file may exceed the post_max_size directive in php.ini” error in Moodle
If you are working in Moodle you may see the error “The uploaded file may exceed the post_max_size directive in php.ini.” This error is caused by a PHP limitation when trying to post data. The php.ini file controls your local PHP settings, and can be changed at any time. In this tutorial I will show Read More >
Moodle vs Blackboard
In this tutorial: Pricing Server Requirements Feature Comparison Help Options There are many educational software options available, also known as Learning Management Systems (LMS). They can help you keep track of grades, give tests, and administer classes. Moodle, and Blackboard are two of the most popular of the many Learning Management Systems available. In this Read More >
How to change your URL in Moodle
When you are running a Moodle website, there may be times when you have to change your URL. For example, you may have sold the website, or maybe you purchased a shorter domain name, and want to replace the old one. In this tutorial we will show you how to change your URL in Moodle. Read More >