Merry Christmas 2016 and a happy and safe new years
Hi all – just wanted to take this opportunity to wish everyone an awesome and safe Christmas and an even better News Years. 2016 has been a massive year for me presenting at Moodle Moot in Perth, iMoot and writing my first book. 2017 is set to be even bigger with a new chapter os […]
Insta 360 Nano with Marzipano – a great combination
As you know, I’ve been mucking around with some 360 imagery and video. One of the things I was looking at was the ability to tour or move around static and moving images with hotspots. I found this with Marzipano which I initially wrote about here. I’ve done some more playing and also fixed the […]
Accessing Moodle API with an Authorised User
Recently I’ve taken on a project that required a user to register as a Moodle user, assign a theme and enrol in a course based on an enrolment key. All from outside of Moodle and then redirect TO the Moodle instance. The best way to do this was to use the API. Having not used it […]
Marking up 360 images – making WHS more engaging
One of the avenues I’m looking into is the ability to use 360 images or video in an educational environment, enhancing and providing more relevant, engaging and more meaningful online learning tools. I have an Insta360 Nano which I’ve been using to capture my 360 images and video and as I use it, I’m always thinking about […]
Periodic table for instructional design
I recently came across this little infographic that explains some instructional design theories in a different context that I wanted to share. Created by eLearning Brothers, this infographic covers Customer and Learning facing user experiences as well as best practises and what can cause a course to come undone. Check it out below.
H5P Updates now include True False Content type plus more
The latest update on H5P is now available, and it has some pretty cool features to bolster what is already a fantastic tool. If you’re running this in Moodle, you will need to ensure you are running version 1.10 (1.0-rc.4 (2016110100)). Navigate to Site Administration > Plugins > Check for Updates and run any updates […]
Looking for elearning instructional design roles Brisbane or Gold Coast
Recently I was made redundant from my position as an eLearning Manager for a very large private RTO (read more here). I’ve been immersing myself in all the usual careers websites including Seek, CareersOne and the QLD Government sites for any Instructional Design or eLearning roles in the Brisbane / Gold Coast area. I’ve still got a […]
Using digital technology to improve learning [corporate]
Recently, I’d had to complete a First Aid course and used a company located close to where I live for connivence. This is a company that provides First Aid courses either onsite or on premises ranging from beginner to advanced First Aid courses and are nationally recognised and accredited. Although this company has a Student CRM […]
Reflections on change in eLearning. What we accomplished
Today I was made redundant from my role as eLearning Manager. Whilst this was a necessity for the company and the changes in the VET industry, I totally understand and accept the redundancy. There is no need to whine about what is, but I do want to reflect on some of the major changes and the […]
H5P Libraries To Use In Moodle For Adult Learners
Originally posted on https://elearningindustry.com/h5p-libraries-moodle-adult-learners Recently I came across an open source product called H5P, short for HTM5 Package. H5P has several plugins that integrate with Moodle, WordPress, and Drupel. This article will cover 5 H5P libraries used in Moodle and, in particular, how they could be used to engage adult learners. A complete list of libraries […]
