How do I increase my file size limit for uploads and attachments?
The maximum file size Moodle currently supports is 64MB. If you have a file between 64.1MB and 2GB, you can use Trinity’s own Large File Transfer (LFT) service. LFT FAQ can be found on the Technology Services website. If your file is larger than 2GB, submit a Moodle Support help desk ticket to see what...
How do I create a manual or off-line gradebook item?
Sometimes you will have activities that do not have a Moodle component, like an in-class quiz or an extra-credit visit to a museum. In these cases, what you might want to do is create a manual or off-line gradebook item that only appears in the Moodle gradebook (not on the main page of the course...
How do I drag-and-drop a file resource on to my Moodle page?
Moodle now has the ability to drag-and-drop files directly on to the main page of your course. This is a much quicker process than the previous version of navigating to the files saved on your computer. However, if you prefer the previous method of navigating to a file, click here for the steps for adding...
Why won’t my file picker or file browser load?
The file picker/browser opens in a new, pop-up window and is powered by Javascript. Therefore, for the file picker to work properly, you must allow pop-ups for Moodle and have your Javascript enabled in whichever browser you are using. It’s also possible the you have a temporary file or cookies saved in your browser that...
How do I view my grade for an assignment I submitted through Moodle?
You can view the grade and feedback for a specific upload assignment activity through that actual assignment, as well as through the gradebook. To view your grade and feedback for assignment where you uploaded your file or files, follow the steps below. Login to Moodle. Click on your course in your “My Courses” block. Locate...
How do I allow a single student a different amount of time to take a quiz?
Moodle allows for individual user overrides and group overrides for quizzes. In the case of a student with a disability (verified by Disability Support Services) that needs double time, for example, on an exam, you set up an individual user override to extend the time allowed to take the quiz. These overrides can also be...
How do I view my grades throughout the course?
Your instructor may assign homework activities, quizzes, online discussions, or various other graded assignments through Moodle. If your instructor is maintaining the Moodle gradebook, you can view your progress, grades, and feedback for all your assignments in the course this way: Login to Moodle. Click on your course in your “My Courses” block. Make sure...
How do I enter a grade for a student that has partial points like 4.5 out of 5?
If you grade your students in an activity’s grading screen, you can only provide grades in whole numbers. If the assignment is worth 5 points, you can only award 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5. You may find yourself wanting to provide partial points/credit, for instance 4.5 out of 5 for an assignment. To...
I’ve received an “Invalid JSON string” error. What do I do?
An invalid JSON error can occur for many reasons. The most common issue is usually associated with a file upload attempt, and can occur when: Attempting to upload a file with the same name as another already-uploaded file; Attempting to upload a file that is too large for the system (Sitewide the limit is 64MB;...
How do I upload to an assignment my professor created in Moodle?
How to upload to an assignment activity on Moodle. File Submission to an Assignment Activity Login to Moodle (http://moodle.trinitydc.edu/) with the same username and password you use for your Trinity email account. Once you are logged in, click on the course in which you wish to submit your assignment. Once in the course, locate the...