enhancing your Moodle learning management system
Moodle plugins are functional extensions that can be added to the Moodle LMS platform. These plugins can provide new features or enhance existing ones, like adding new activity types, quiz questions, or reports. Custom plugins can be developed to address the specific needs of an organisation, such as integrating with other systems or creating unique functionality. This makes Moodle a more flexible and adaptable learning management system.
Block plugins add content or functionality to the sidebars or standard pages within Moodle, enhancing users’ experience. Common examples include progress trackers, gamification, navigation, and summary information. Blocks offer flexibility in how information is displayed and accessed – providing quick snapshots and supporting efficient navigation.
Interactive learning within Moodle courses generally depend upon activity plugins. They introduce elements that engage learners directly. SkillSet has developed custom plugins covering a wide range of activities, including word clouds, benchmarking, and 360 feedback. Activity plugins are the building blocks for dynamic courses, fostering active participation, assessment, and knowledge exchange.
APIs provide seamless integration between Moodle and other systems. Moodle has a well-documented API for integration, custom data exchange, and the development of external tools that interact with the platform. Custom APIs might be needed for tailored interactions, for example sharing data with Salesforce, or custom authentication.
SkillSet has built numerous plugins to enable our customers to enhance the functionality of their Moodle LMS. Here are some examples.
Allows teachers to upload student activity data from classroom sessions and draw comparisons to gauge performance.
Enables managers to book and pay for courses for their staff.
Simplifies webinar management by tracking sessions, bookings, and attendance across multiple webinar platforms (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.).
Allows users to set and track goals, and highlight areas for their personal development. Users can record any courses that they wish to take.
Allows users to record continued professional development that has taken place outside of the LMS, including accredited and non-accredited courses, conferences, and seminars. Courses completed within the system are automatically added to the log.
Managers can monitor their direct reports’ learning progress, including course completions, and last log-in. New courses can also be assigned.
With over ten years of experience in Moodle development, our team understands the intricacies of the platform, ensuring that our bespoke plugins seamlessly integrate and enhance your eLearning environment.
We recognise that every organisation has specific requirements. SkillSet's Moodle plugins are designed to address these unique needs, providing solutions that align perfectly with your educational objectives.
SkillSet's plugins are designed to grow with your organisation. They are scalable and adaptable, ensuring that, as your organisations learning requirements evolve, our solutions remain effective.
We are committed to the success of our clients' learning projects. SkillSet provides ongoing support and regular updates for all our Moodle plugins, guaranteeing that you have access to the latest features and fixes.
We can design plugins to fit with external systems or practices to ensure their effectiveness. This ensures smooth integration with your current Moodle setup and any other systems you may be using.
Our Moodle plugins are built with user experience in mind. We prioritise intuitive design and functionality to ensure that learners, educators, and administrators can easily navigate and use the new features.
SkillSet developed two Moodle learning management systems for the fire service. These allow users to complete professional development courses and comply with legal requirements.
SkillSet developed the BOSS (Business Online Support Service) portal and eLearning content for the Welsh Government.
We designed a bespoke theme to align with Welsh Government GEL guidelines. We also created plugins to integrate Gov.UK Pay and Sign on Cymru (the Welsh Government’s database for authentication and data sharing).
