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Join MoodleMoot Bosnia and Herzegovina 2024 on April 24, 2024

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Jaswinder Singh
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Join MoodleMoot Bosnia and Herzegovina 2024 on April 24, 2024
Join MoodleMoot Bosnia and Herzegovina 2024 on April 24, 2024

MoodleMoot Bosnia and Herzegovina 2024 will take place on April 24, 2024 in University of Mostar in Croatia. MoodleMoot Bosnia and Herzegovina will bring together experts, enthusiasts and practitioners from the fields of education and technology to explore together the latest trends and examples of good practice in using the Moodle platform.

MoodleMoot BiH 2024 at the University of Mostar is a vibrant conference of educators and technologists exploring innovative uses of the Moodle learning platform. Attendees engage in dynamic discussions, workshops, and presentations, fostering collaboration and insight into modern educational practices.

MoodleMoot will be an opportunity to connect with colleagues, share knowledge, participate in inspiring lectures and workshops, and create valuable connections in the community. Whether you are a teacher, administrator, developer or simply a lover of online education, this event is an ideal opportunity to upgrade and advance your skills.

Check out more details about the MoodleMoot Bosnia and Herzegovina 2024 on the official website here.

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Moodle 4.4 QA testing – Contribute today to make Moodle LMS better than ever

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Jaswinder Singh
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Moodle 4.4 QA testing - Contribute today to make Moodle LMS better than ever
Moodle 4.4 QA testing - Contribute today to make Moodle LMS better than ever

There will be a new major version released for Moodle LMS soon. The Moodle 4.4 version is scheduled to be released in April 2024 and is currently going under the Quality Assurance testing.

In the QA testing the new LMS version is tested by the Moodle community members to check the new features added in the LMS. There are total 478 new issues in the Moodle tracker for Moodle 4.4 QA testing. Out of the 478 as on date total 116 tests are marked as passed while another 343 are still marked as open.

The Moodle 4.4 version is scheduled to be released on 22 April 2024. It will be packed with a lot of exciting new features such as:

  • More options & a smoother user set-up experience for Multi-factor Authentication
  • Bulk actions for user pages, a Moodle Workplace feature, is coming to Moodle LMS
  • ‘Ordering Question Type’ functionality in Quiz
  • Many more

If you are also interested in participating in Moodle QA testing, you can check out the open issues in Moodle tracker here.

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IOMAD 4.3 Released with exciting features – Check it out today!

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Jaswinder Singh
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IOMAD 4.3 Released with exciting features - Check it out today!
IOMAD 4.3 Released with exciting features - Check it out today!

IOMAD – the Moodle LMS based multi-tenant solution has been updated to a new version compatible with Moodle 4.3 version. The new version released recently is packed with a lot of exciting new features.

The IOMAD 4.3 has made some fundamental changes to how users are associated with companies. Let’s have a look at the new features included in the IOMAD 4.3:

  • Allocate users to multiple tenants – You can now assign users to different tenants with logic in place to handle reporting within a tenant when courses are shared. Some tenants may have been set up with a course lifecycle for scheduled re-certification, so (using the new company switcher) users can move between their tenant assignations in order to view a specific tenant’s course information.
  • Per-tenant Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) settings – The MFA tool is now part of Moodle core, and it’s been improved for multi-tenancy. With IOMAD, you have the option to allow for different settings per tenant or apply a blanket default setting for everyone else.
  • Company switcher in Navbar – With users now able to exist in multiple tenants, we needed a new way of allowing them to select which tenant they wanted to work with when they didn’t have access to the standard IOMAD dashboard.
  • Download certificate buttons – All of the completion and user report pages now have a button to allow you to bulk-download all of the user certificates for the course/s. The user also has the same button on their My courses block, which will allow them to download all of their personally achieved certificates.
  • Ability to delete a company – As you can download all of the completion records from reports, meaning you can capture all company information, we’ve added the functionality to delete a company entirely from the system.

You can check out more details about the IOMAD 4.3 version here.

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Worried about Accessibility in Moodle? Check out this plugin today!

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Jaswinder Singh
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Worried about Accessibility in Moodle? Check out this plugin today!
Worried about Accessibility in Moodle? Check out this plugin today!

Accessibility means the inclusive practice of ensuring there are no barriers that prevent interaction to online content by people with disabilities. Moodle LMS has been following the WCAG standard for making the system fully accessible. However, Moodle LMS includes a lot of user generated content which might not comply with the accessibility standard.

In this post we will discuss about one of the new plugins in Moodle plugins repository –  Accessibility. The Accessibility plugin for Moodle allows users to customize the visual appearance of a Moodle to suit individual preferences.

In recent years many Moodle themes included the option to switch between Dark mode or Light Mode (Day or Night mode). But this Accessibility plugin hands the control to the end user how he would like to got through the content.

The end user can choose his own page background color, font, font size and text color on all Moodle pages. There is an option to have more features added in future to allow granular control to end user.

You can download the Accessibility plugin from the official plugins repository here. Once installed, there will be an accessibility icon visible in the lower-right corner of the page. Clicking on the button produces a panel that contains the widgets that are available on the site. The base pack of widgets includes widgets for text colour, background colour, font face and font size. The colour widgets are designed to let the user choose their preferred colours without being restricted to a small selection of palettes.

Overall, I am very happy with the features of the plugin and the ease through which it can help people with disabilities to turn Moodle into a perfect learning platform without any barrier.

What are your views about Accessibility in Moodle LMS? Is your Moodle optimized for Accessibility? Please connect with us to learn more through the comments section below.

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Join MoodleMoot Rwanda 2024 as part of eLearning Africa 2024

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Jaswinder Singh
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Join MoodleMoot Rwanda 2024 as part of eLearning Africa 2024
Join MoodleMoot Rwanda 2024 as part of eLearning Africa 2024

This year MoodleMoot Rwanda 2024 will be a part of eLearning Africa 2024 edtech conference. The elearning Africa 2024 is the 17th annual conference and exhibition, which was established in 2005 & is largest and most comprehensive knowledge sharing event for digital education, training and skills on the African continent.

The 17th Edition of eLearning Africa will be held from 29 – 31 May, 2024 in Kigali, the booming capital city of Rwanda at the Kigali Convention Center.

The MoodleMoot Rwanda event will take place alongside the eLearning Africa 2024 conference, which will feature additional workshops and presentations focused on e-learning in Africa.

The theme for this years eLearning Africa 2024 conference is “Education Fuels Innovation, Investment Amplifies Skills: Africa’s Vibrant Leap Forward”. Moodle HQ announced about the MoodleMoot Rwanda recently:

This event is expected to attract Moodle users from across Rwanda and the African continent who are interested in learning more about Moodle and its applications in education and other fields.

Attendees will have the opportunity to attend both the MoodleMoot Rwanda event and the eLearning Africa 2024 conference, which will allow them to gain insights into the latest developments and trends in e-learning.

Check out more about eLearning Africa 2024 and MoodleMoot Rwanda 2024 here.

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US-Based and Mena-Focused Edtech Classera Acquired Expert Solutions

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Jaswinder Singh
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US-Based and Mena-Focused Edtech Classera Acquired Expert Solutions

Classera has acquired Expert Solutions, the most prominent company specialising in ERP systems for education in the Middle East with over twenty years of experience. The agreement is a step towards Classera’s ambitious plan of expanding globally into emerging markets to provide a comprehensive and integrated ecosystem for educational and training institutions.

This acquisition has solidified Classera’s position as a leader in emerging global edtech markets. Classera has received top global awards in educational technology and holds the largest market share in the Middle East.

Mohammed Almadani, Founder and Chairman of Classera, said:

We are pleased to announce this strategic acquisition, which represents a golden opportunity to enhance our leadership in digital education and provide quality through integrated technological solutions. Our focus is to meet the needs of various education and training sectors under one umbrella, Learning Super Platform LSP. We affirm our commitment to supporting and developing educational and training capabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, supporting the national economy, and actively participating in attaining the goals of our beloved Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals.

The Classsera’s new acquisition emphasises the growth of the edtech sector in the Middle East, especially in KSA. It brings many opportunities for institutions, investors, and entrepreneurs within this growing sector with a promise of a bright future for both the national economy and the education and training landscape.

Odeh bin Mohammed Al-Juhani, Chairman of Expert Solutions for Information Technology, expressed his satisfaction:

We are thrilled about Classera’s acquisition of Expert Solutions for Information Technology. With a range of cutting-edge digital solutions, we are poised to expand within the Kingdom and beyond. Additionally, as a Saudi national company, we are committed to bolstering the development of educational institutions across various domains. This acquisition allows us to merge with a global company that is the largest in the region, supported by major global funds, to elevate our services, solutions, and customer support worldwide. All that aligns with Vision 2030 and our objectives to expand into new geographical areas, benefiting from Classera’s solutions in many countries worldwide.

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Shhhhh!!! How to Use Moodle: A Comprehensive Guide to Unlocking Online Education

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Jaswinder Singh
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Shhhhh!!! How to Use Moodle: A Comprehensive Guide to Unlocking Online Education
Shhhhh!!! How to Use Moodle: A Comprehensive Guide to Unlocking Online Education

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of online education? Look no further! I’m thrilled to introduce my very first Udemy course, “How to Use Moodle LMS: Building your first course,” designed to empower both educators and learners alike in navigating the versatile Moodle platform.

In this comprehensive course, you’ll dive deep into the various features and functionalities of Moodle, empowering you to:

  • Set up and Customize Your Moodle Environment: From creating courses to customizing the interface, you’ll learn how to tailor Moodle to suit your specific needs and preferences.
  • Engage Students with Interactive Content: Explore the diverse range of multimedia tools and interactive activities available on Moodle to create engaging and interactive learning experiences.
  • Facilitate Collaborative Learning: Harness the power of forums, wikis, and other collaborative tools on Moodle to foster meaningful interactions and knowledge sharing among students.

To celebrate the launch of this exciting course, I’m thrilled to offer an exclusive discount to our beloved readers! Simply use the code MASTERMOODLE at checkout to unlock a 50% discount on enrollment. This offer is valid till 17 April 2024.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to master Moodle and unlock a world of possibilities in online education. Enroll now and take the first step towards becoming a Moodle expert!

Click here to Enroll Today

Join our thriving learning community and connect with fellow educators and learners as we embark on this exciting journey together! Share your insights, ask questions, and celebrate your achievements as you progress through the course.

Are you ready to unlock the full potential of Moodle? Enroll today and let’s embark on this transformative learning journey together!

Happy learning!

Jaswinder Singh

P.S. Have questions or need assistance? Don’t hesitate to reach out! I’m here to support you every step of the way.

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Want to use Markdown format in Moodle LMS – Check out this editor plugin

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Jaswinder Singh
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Want to use Markdown format in Moodle LMS - Check out this editor plugin
Want to use Markdown format in Moodle LMS - Check out this editor plugin

Moodle LMS has moved on from the vintage Atto text editor which will be completely removed from Moodle core in upcoming versions. TinyMCE has been used as the default text editor in Moodle since Moodle 4.2 version. However, if you are a fan of WYTIWYG instead of WYSIWYG then you might have already used the Markdown format somewhere.

The good news is that now you can use Markdown format in Moodle LMS to create content as you type in. Markdown format is pretty popular among online users as it allows you to easily format text based on the syntax. If you are looking to learn Markdown format syntax then you can refer to this guide which is pretty easy to get started.

The Marklar Plugin developed by David Mudrak from Moodle HQ allows you to use Markdown format in Moodle. Markdown is a lightweight markup language with plain text formatting syntax. It allows you to write using an easy-to-read, easy-to-write plain text format that is automatically converted to structurally valid HTML.

Here are some features of Marklar editor:

  • Marklar is WYTIWYG – what you type is what you get.
  • Marklar does not have buttons. Markdown syntax is to be typed manually.
  • Marklar is not extensible via sub-plugins.
  • Marklar sets markdown as the preferred format for new texts.
  • Marklar can be also used for editing texts in other formats. Supported formats can be customised via user preferences.
  • Marklar is not used for editing HTML texts by default. Another editor such like Atto or TinyMCE is loaded to do that.
  • Marklar supports images and files embedding via filepicker.
  • Marklar supports server-side generated preview.
  • Marklar supports uploading images from clipboard.
  • Marklar will support drafts auto-saving.

You can download the Marklar Editor plugin from the official plugins repository here.

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Milan-Based HRTech Startup Talentware Raises €800k in Pre-Seed Round

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Jaswinder Singh
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Milan-based HRtech startup Talentware raised €800,000. Talentware is an AI-powered SaaS platform that empowers companies to engage, develop, and retain their talent using a skill-based approach.

The funding round of €800k was led by 360 Capital, aiming to empower businesses with data-driven workforce planning and strategic talent development. As part of its development strategy, the company plans to use the funds to meet the growing demand from mid-large companies and gain a leading position in the skill-based talent management industry.

Co-founder of Talentware, Andrea Raimondo said:

Today, companies are overwhelmed by information but are blind to their greatest asset, their people. At Talentware, we want to provide companies with the right tool to support their strategic talent management processes.

Lucrezia Lucotti, Partner at 360 Capital, said:

We’ve noticed how medium and large companies, both in Italy and abroad, are deeply reconsidering how to internally manage and map talent in a rapidly changing work environment that is shifting towards new models of talent retention: this is where Talentware comes in. We are happy to support them on this journey!

Talentware analyses employees’ skills, interests, and work preferences and automatically charts potential career paths. It also identifies individual skill gaps and suggests personalised development opportunities for each employee.

Talentware has successfully tested its platform’s beta version with three design partners at the European level in roughly six months after financing, exploring a variety of use cases across various industries and corporate sizes.

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Moodle users Association – Check out the Projects Proposed in Jan-July 2024 Cycle

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Jaswinder Singh
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Moodle users Association - Check out the Projects Proposed in Jan-July 2024 Cycle
Moodle users Association - Check out the Projects Proposed in Jan-July 2024 Cycle

Moodle Users Association – the community arm of the Moodle LMS is running another project development cycle for January-July 2024. The cycle is currently running the preliminary voting round which will end on 15 March 2024. So if you have not voted for your favorite projects, please cast your votes at the earliest.

In the January-July 2024 Project Development cycle of Moodle Users Association there are a total of eight (08) projects proposed by the community members. The proposed projects are currently getting votes in preliminary round of voting. As on date, the proposed projects and the votes received are as follows:

  1. TinyMCE: Introduce configurable toolbar – 9590
  2. assign manually graded quiz questions to specific grader – 7262
  3. Improve availability of activities and resources overview pages in Boost theme – 4965
  4. Add Support for Moodle Filters to Custom Menus – 1435
  5. Workshop: bulk download submissions – 955
  6. Course Enrollment Cap – 495
  7. Improvement of the functionality of the enrolment method “Course meta link” – 318
  8. Gradebook: Courses in “Overview reports” are not shown in a logical order – 80

After the preliminary round of voting, the MUA committee will review and finalize project requirements for the top voted project. After finalizing the requirements, the MUA committee will get a cost estimate from Moodle HQ which will be followed by Final voting.

What is your favorite project out of the proposed projects above? Please share with us in the comments section below.

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