Damian Bailey, (I call him 'Superman'), has set up the LCPS' Moodle server amazingly fast so teachers can begin Moodling. He has done this while also maintaining his technology triage work in the county. Thank you Superman!
What does this mean for you as a teacher in LCPS? You too can make your own space in Moodle and use it for a number of resources. Some basic resources to support student learning could include: file, folder, page, URL, label, etc. Moodle can also support student activities such as: forums, forms, quizzes, databases, and workshops. The activities can be then submitted directly to you as the instructor.
My intention with Moodle was and still is to supplement instruction in LCPS. With the alternating LCHS/LCMS schedule, many teachers are looking for a way to get their students content on their 'off' days. The benefits/advantages of Moodle include:
1. Maximizes class time by eliminating general course housekeeping and announcements.
2. Allows more meaningful face-to-face time by bringing the best discussions to the classroom from Moodle forums.
3. Gives students the opportunity for online learning experience which leads to an increased
DIGITAL LITERACY!
Would you like to see an example of other teachers using Moodle? Take a look HERE. (Username & Password are both 'shsguest' )
Contact me or Kate Straley if you are interested in adding some of your class resources online and start Moodling!
A few links to get your feet wet:
Moodle Tool Guide for Teachers
http://moodletutorials.org/
http://www.moodlenews.com
