BP9_Web2.0_Moodle

www.moodle.org

While doodling on Web 2.0 tools, I ran across Moodle and it smacked me right on the noodle! I decided right away that I could doodle on Moodle and come up with a boodle of on-line actvities for my students that would boogle their noodle and not only keep them engaged in class but, they can access my virtual classroom anywhere!

www.moodle.org

Ok let's get serious for a moment. You may be wondering what exactly is Moodle? Well, Moodle is an acronym for Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment.

WHAT???? In other words, Moodle is a groovy-cool tool that has been around awhile that will keep your students actively engaged in your class.

www.moodle.org

But it's even more than that! It's a distance learning tool that students can access from home to keep up with classes when they're down but not out or you can add some fun stuff that peak student interest which, in turn, keeps them engaged in school, which in turn, motivates them to stay in school!

So, now you're full of questions, such as: 

1. How much does Moodle cost? Ladies and Gentlemen, this powerful tool is FREE!

2.  Do you need multiple site licenses? Moodle's features allow for very small licenses to 1,000's!

3. How does it work? Moodle has to be installed on a web server somewhere. If you talk your Administration into using Moodle, the IT people can install it on the school server. If you can't talk them into it, you can use one of your own computers as a server or use a web host.

Now that I have your attention on this fantastic new tool for your classroom toolbox, you'll need to follow my Moodle thread to get the full idea of what Moodle could mean for you, your school, or your district.