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2. Moodle

2.5 Using Forums

This section will explain how to use forums on Moodle.

2.5.1 What is a Forum?

Bulletin boards for exchanging information are called “Forum” on Moodle. In the forums, instructors can send notices to students, and course participants can interact and discuss different themes and topics.
The types of forums made and run for each course is entrusted to the instructors, so students should use them according to their instructor’s directions.

Forums are indicated by the icons below.

2.5.2 Adding a Discussions Topic

1. Click on the forum title.

2.Click the “Add discussion topic” button to create a new discussion topic.

3.Enter the “Subject” and “Message” and click the “Post to forum” button.

*Click on “Advanced” to attach and tag files.

4.Discussion topic posted.
To return to the course top page, click on the course name at the top of the screen.

You may edit or delete comments within 30 minutes of posting.
Click on the topic you have posted and click the “Edit” or “Delete” button.
(After 30 minutes, the button will no longer be displayed.)

 

2.5.3 Viewing Forum Discussions / Replying in Forums Discussions

1.Click on the forum title.

2.Click on a discussion topic.

3.Submission details will be displayed.
To reply, click “Reply” in the relevant comment.
※To return to the course top page without replying, click on the course name at the top of the screen.


4.Enter the text of your reply in the “Write your reply…” field and click the “Post to forum” button.


*Click on “Advanced” to attach and tag files.

5.Reply posted.
To return to the course top page, click on the course name at the top of the screen.

You may edit or delete comments within 30 minutes of posting.
Click on the topic you have posted and click the “Edit” or “Delete” button.
(After 30 minutes, the button will no longer be displayed.)

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