Here are three things that I love about using Moodle as a teaching and learning tool:

1. It simulates digital communication in a secure way.  Students can have chats, make posts, take assessments, link to digital resources, collaborate, express thoughts and ideas, and more – all in the safety of digital environment controlled by their teacher.
2. Some students are reluctant to contribute in person.  The Moodle is a great place for those students to express their thoughts and ideas without the pressures associated with live presentation.
3. When a Moodle is well thought out and organized it can be student driven and an excellent source of critical data.  Moodle courses can be se up with embedded blocks, forums, chat rooms, quizzes, etc.  Given some time to learn and play students can become accustomed to logging in and navigating through activities with little live support.  Teachers are left to help in other ways and collect vital data for instructional planning.

There’s more!  Check out the link above for a five-minute peek at some Moodle basics and let your Ignite facilitator know if you want to explore further.  There are some great Moodle application being developed and implemented across the district.  Stay tuned for more.

I hope you’re having a nice week and enjoying the beautiful Michigan fall weather.

Let me know how I can help…together and one step at a time!

Seth