Course material – resources and activities
In Moodle, course material is either a resource or an activity. A resource denotes instructional material in the form of digital files used by students. They can be viewed, read, listened to, or saved. They can include web pages, links, files, graphics, videos, audio, and embedded social media.
An activity can include interactive applications, including polls, quizzes, assignments, tests, discussion forums, and wikis. They all involve interaction, either independently or with other students. Keep in mind that activities are interactive, while resources are not. Learners actively engage with activities, while resources can be passive.
Activities can be assessments, and thus can be graded. Keep in mind that if you are developing a course curriculum for a certificate or degree program, you will need to ensure that they are presented in a consistent manner. You may wish to create a set of guidelines in a Course Design Document (CDD...
