Description:

Moodle is our virtual learning environment (VLE) and is used for the majority of coursework submissions at Lancaster, particularly for text-based assessments. This 90-minute hands-on session will cover all aspects of conducting online submission of coursework and online marking with opportunities to practice during hands-on segments. We will cover basic submission of essays, but also more advanced submissions such as audio and video along with a plethora of marking scenarios including feedback forms, rubrics, and marking guides.

This session takes place in-person in Library Training Room 1

Outcomes:

At the end of this session you will be able to:

• Define assessments in LUSI that are submitted via Moodle.
• Configure the Moodle assignment for different submission scenarios.
• Understand how "creative" submissions such as audio/video submission work.
• Determine which combination of marking methods works best for you.
• Control the release of grades and feedback to students.
• View the online submission and marking process from the student's perspective.

Suitable For:

This is an in-depth session and will cover the administration of online assessment as well as giving grades and feedback, as such it's recommended for both professional services and academic staff.

What Next?

This is the first of 3 training sessions related to online assessment in Moodle. Continue with Assignments Part 2 - Peer Moderation and Assessment