The University of the Philippines - Open University (UPOU) has been a pioneer in distance education since the mid-2000s, offering classes exclusively in a fully online format. In 2013, UPOU took a significant step forward by introducing Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). These MOOCs are hosted in our Massive Open Distance eLearning (MODeL) platform, which is currently based in Moodle 4.0...
The quiz module is excellent for creating and administering quizzes in classes. However, the quiz module can easily be used for many other purposes. This lightning talk will explain how to use the different functions in the quiz module to set up other assignments that require assessment such as assignments, reflection papers and feedback sheets. The author will also discuss the advantages of...
Whether they are new or experienced users of Moodle, teachers are often faced with the same decisions when creating a new course for a language class. If setting up a course to supplement a commercial textbook that already offers its own online materials, we need to ensure that any additional online resource (i.e. a class Moodle course) doesn’t serve to overwhelm, or even confuse learners. If...
This presentation delineates the strategic integration of vocabulary learning principles within a Moodle-based course for Japanese university EFL learners, leveraging Moodle's distinctive features to enhance educational outcomes. Vocabulary frequency analysis serves as the cornerstone, guiding the selection of essential words to maximize relevance and utility. The course is structured around...
This presentation will explore how the H5P module and LUMI Application work together to make interactive activities. The speaker has used these tools for two years and will talk openly about what went well, what didn't, and the problems faced while using different activities. This firsthand experience will help you understand these platforms better, including what they're good at and where...
