Bob, it's a shame Moodle hasn't implemented a way to just type in the URL of a mod.zip file and then install it from that point, as do other web 2.0 apps! I'll keep my fingers crossed!

Thanks for the reminder,
Miguel


Robert Blomeyer wrote:
> David:
>
> The easiest way to get into installing Moodle Mods is to first create an identity for yourself on the Moodle Support Forums and then figure out how to find your way around.
>
> To help you get started, here's a link that will lead you to the "front door," where you'll have the option to sign up and create your identity.
>
> http://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=45780
>
> Then it should let you in and take you to the forum thread about installing Moodle "Mods." If not, return here and follow the link in a second time. This time you'll be able to get in with your new identity.
>
> The first posting that answers the question gives most arcane secret to installing Moodle Mods.
>
> Most Moodle Mods are Zipped files that will unpack into a folder on your hard drive somewhere. The majority of them will have a TXT file in the folder unpacking the ZIP creates that contains detailed instructions to guide your installation.
>
> The one prerequisite for all Moodle Mod installations is that you've got to be the Sysop for your Moodle site and have write access to all the folders inside the Moodle installation.
>
> If you can't do that directly (like on a hosted Linux site), talk to your host's sysop about setting up a DEV folder that you can mount on your Windows or Mac desktop remotely, that will give you write access to your own Moodle installation.
>
> They'll do it because it will save them a lot of trouble every time you want to install a new Mod,
>
> I hope this information helps you get started.
>
> Bob Blomeyer (BobBl)

Robin and folks:

I recommend using Edublogs.tv as your MP3 audio host, then embedding that in a Moodle label or web page, depending on whether you want it up front or as a link to a web page.

You will have to go to Security and then Site Policies to enable embedding.

I've detailed the process with screenshots in my blog:
http://www.mguhlin.net/archives/cat_moodle.htm

Hoping this helps,
Miguel Guhlin
Around the Corner-mGuhlin.net
http://mguhlin.net


Robin Martin wrote:
> Thanks Kate,
> This might be something to try over the summer! How do you see them in Moodle? block, web page, rss feed? or another method?