Specialized Topics FAQ
The Specialized Topics FAQ contains information for those who have finished their initial semester of working with Moodle, and are interested in exploring ways of refining their use of Moodle and other technologies to best support a particular pedagogical goal or teaching context. Examples include: embedding online videos, etc.
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- For a quick review of the basics, download the Moodle Basics Nov. 2009 version PDF, or re-visit the Getting_Started_-_Course_Editors_FAQ.
- Can't find what you're looking for? Visit the Moodle Help Forum (log-in required)
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How do I attach feedback forms to a graded assignment?
How can students comment on other students' blog?
How do I access archived Moodle courses?
How do I attach files to assignments?
How can students stop emails from Moodle forums?
How do I backup a course and save it to my computer?
Click here for detailed instructions
How do I attach files to assignments?
Go to ADD AN ACTIVITY, choose one of four assignment types, highlight words in your assignment description and insert link to attach your files. More about attaching files to assignments
How do I update a course description?
Go to ADMIN Panel (on the left) and click on SETTINGS. More about updating course description
How do I display all weeks?
Click on the two little square boxes in the week sections on the main moodle page. More about Displaying All Weeks
How do I hide items or sections?
Click on the HIDE icon (an eye) next to the item or section that you want to hide/unhide. More about Hiding Items.
How do I delete resources?
Go to the main page of your Moodle course, turn editing on and click on X next to the resource you want to delete. More about deleting resources
How do I add another teacher?
Go to ADMIN Panel (on the left) and click on ASSIGN ROLES. Choose TEACHER and select from list of POTENTIAL USERS. More about adding another teacher
How do I give outsiders/guests access to my Moodle?
Go to ADMIN Panel (on the left) and click on SETTINGS. More about giving outsiders/guests access to your Moodle
How can students upload their Powerpoints or other files to Moodle?
Students can attach files to their discussion forum threads. Download detailed instructions.
What to do about non-compatible docx or pptx files?
Download a compatibility package from Microsoft. More about non-compatible files
How do I insert an image?
Go to the ADMIN panel (on the left) and click on FILES to upload your image. More about inserting an image
What to do if my picture is not posting properly?
Make sure that the picture size does not exceed 25 MB (maximum default size) and that the width and height measurements are 100 pixels each. More about posting and cropping pictures
Where can I find more online resources for learning about Moodle?
For a variety of additional print and online resources visit the Non-MIIS_Moodle_Resources page.
