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Moodle, the open-source learning management system used at Okanagan College, will be upgraded to version 4.1 starting Dec. 23, 2023.

When students come back in January 2024, all courses will be taught using Moodle 4.1. The upgrade offers improvements to functionality, with a new look and feel, and will not affect existing content or coursework within the existing system.

Key upgrades and new features include:

• The ability to track assignments and drag and drop course content
• Improved usability and navigation
• Improved accessibility features, which will benefit both teaching and learning experiences. 
• Accessibility toolkit, question bank analytics, time restrictions on assignments, and Turnitin integration

Resources for students

• Moodle 4.1 info and FAQ
• Video tour
• IT Helpdesk will be available to answer student questions

Resources for faculty and instructors

• Moodle Knowledge Base
• Moodle 4.1 FAQ
• Video: Key features for educators
• Moodle 4.1 workshops on myPD

Education Technology will be available during the campus closure, Dec. 27-29, to provide support for faculty and instructors. Email edtech@okanagan.bc.ca with questions.

We are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible, and we will be offering a variety of training and support options for instructors.