Module Development

Step 10: Integrate into VLE

The ID Officer builds the entire module in Moodle (VLE), establishing a coherent and visually accessible learning environment. The ID Specialist enhances complex activities to optimise pedagogy and engagement.

ID Officer tasks:

• 1. Create welcome section with greeting message and branded layout

  2. Upload and format the Module Guide

  3. Create Introductory Discussion Forum

  4. Build each week sequentially using the structured layout

  5. Add the Final Thoughts section

ID Specialist tasks:

• 6. Review advanced learning components

  7. Improve the design and flow of complex or interactive tasks, e.g.:

     • Branching scenarios

     • H5P simulations or gamified activities

     • Multi-layered forum discussions or reflective projects

Involved Parties: ID Officer (primary builder), ID Specialist (pedagogical enhancement)

Useful Tools: Moodle 4.5, H5P, Google Docs, Slide Decks, Synthesia Videos, Audio Files

Step 11: Test and Refine Module

Conduct a full instructional and technical review of the module in Moodle to ensure clarity, accessibility, and alignment with design intentions.

Sequence of Tasks:

1. 1. Review navigation, weekly progression, and flow (IDS)

   2. Check functionality of activities, quizzes, submission links (IDS)

   3. Test media (audio/video compatibility) across devices (IDO)

   4. Validate accessibility: headings, alt text, colour contrast, layout (IDO)

   5. Make revisions to text, media, instructions, or settings where needed (IDS & IDO)

Involved Parties: ID Specialist, ID Officer

Useful Tools: Moodle 4.5, Multiple Browsers/Devices, H5P Editor

Step 12: Final Academic Review

Ensure that the full student experience in the VLE meets academic and institutional standards before the module is offered.

Sequence of Tasks:

1. 1. Share the fully integrated module with:

      • Academic Expert (for all modules)

      • Link Tutor (to conduct external review for all partner university modules)

   2. Both reviewers confirm content rigour, LO/AP alignment, assessment integrity

   3. Feedback submitted via email or structured form

   4. Minor revisions implemented before final release

Involved Parties: Academic Expert and Link Tutor (if needed), ID Specialist, Schools

Useful Tools: Moodle 4.5, Google Forms or Email, Module Descriptor