Moodle 2.8.5 - Introduction

Here at Alphacrucis College we have been using Moodle version 2 for several years. The latest version to be installed is 2.8.5.

At the same time we have decided to switch to the in-built Moodle theme “More” which is flexible and similar to the previous theme. This theme can be used by mobile devices as well as desktop PCs.

The following presentation introduces the basic features of Moodle 2.8.5 to users who may be unfamiliar with Moodle.

Extensive details of what this version of Moodle contains can be found at the Moodle web site: http://moodle.org .

There are two columns: Main and Navigation Blocks.

Moodle 2.8.5 – Main Page

Moodle 2.8.5 – Login

You would have received your username (normally your Student Number) and password by email. If this is your first login (or your temporary password has been reset) you will need to enter a new password.The “Lost password?” facility will only work if you have supplied a valid email address. The alternative is send a request to moodle@ac.edu.au .

Moodle 2.8.5 – Links All clickable links are coloured orange:

Moodle 2.8.5 – Docking Blocks from the Navigation column on the right-hand side can be “docked” to the left-hand side by clicking the “Dock” icon. The docked block is displayed as a button and the options are visible when the mouse hovers over the button. Example:

Moodle 2.8.5 – My Courses One of the most commonly used navigation blocks is “My Courses” which lists all the Moodle units you are enrolled in. Clicking on an entry will take you directly to the content. Example:

Moodle 2.8.5 – Assignments

To view the details of an assignment – click the link in the unit. To upload your assignment – click [Add submission] – then click the “Add” icon. Example:

Moodle 2.8.5 – Grades To view your grades for a particular unit – click on “Grades” in the Administration block. Example:

Moodle 2.8.5 – Help

In both Higher Education and VET Moodle there is a navigation block with links to helpful information titled “Help Desk & Information”.