Chapter 16. Moodle Networking
Moodle provides a unique functionality that lets you network multiple Moodle sites. This is useful in a number of contexts—for example, when you want to share resources with other VLEs, partner with another organization, or have a multi-campus setup where each site has its own Moodle setup.
After viewing an overview of Moodle Networking, you will learn about the following topics:
- Networking prerequisites and security: You will learn which networking components are required and how security is guaranteed.
- Peer-to-peer networks: You will learn how to link two Moodle sites. This feature also works with Totara, a commercial Moodle distribution for enterprise use.
- Moodle hubs: You will learn how to connect multiple Moodle sites to a central MNet hub.
- Mahara or Totara Social integration: You will learn how to set up Moodle with Mahara, a popular open-source e-portfolio system that makes use of its networking functionality. This feature also works with...
