Summary

In this chapter, we discussed how Moodle's glossary function can be useful in developing learning activities that help achieve course outcomes, particularly those that require students to identify terms, discuss them, and apply their own experiences and ideas to solve problems or provide an analysis.

This chapter encouraged you to think beyond using the glossary just for vocabulary and, to use it to help students master key concepts. Keep in mind that many different pieces of information can be made into a glossary. It can be a collection of brief material such as descriptions, concepts, definitions, illustrative examples, quotes, tips, short stories, rules, policies, examples, frequently asked questions, diagrams, and even brief "how to" instructions. If you're going to create a web page with a list of items, ask yourself whether you could use a glossary instead.

The big advantage a glossary holds over a simple web page is its constant presence in the sidebar. With Random Glossary...