What is Moodle?
Moodle is an online course management system where students can access course materials. Your instructor may also use Moodle in more interactive ways which will require your input, like discussions, quizzes, and assignment drop-boxes. You may also be asked to use more advanced tools such as wikis, databases and podcasts. Your instructor will explain how to use these.
Who uses Moodle?
Most teachers at Lane use Moodle for their courses. Moodle is used in 3 types of courses:
- In-class/on-campus courses: complete in-person classroom instruction; instructors use Moodle to give students access to handouts, lecture notes, and grades.
- Hybrid courses: courses that combine in-person classroom instruction with computer-based or online learning
- Online courses: complete courses that use the Internet to deliver lectures, assignments, and discussions; interaction with the instructor and other students is completely online.
Almost every course taught at Lane is available in Moodle, however not all instructors will incorporate Moodle into their instruction. This is the choice of the instructor.
Why can I not log into Moodle?
Only "Active" students have access to Moodle. An active student is any student who is registered for the current term, upcoming term, or was registered during the previous 4 terms. If you are a new student, or you have been inactive, it may take a couple days after registereing again before you can log into Moodle.
I am an active student. Why can I not log into Moodle?
Follow the troubleshooting listed on this knowledgebase article: Can't Log Into Moodle
I am an active student, but I am not registered. I see many classes on my Moodle course page. Why?
It is defaulted to show you all of the courses available on Moodle at Lane. This is to show you all the available courses and lets you view courses that allow guest access. Do not worry about this, it does not mean you are registered for any of these classes. Once you are registered for courses, you will be able to see My Courses link at the right top of the Moodle home page.
I am registered for classes. Why do I not see them in my Moodle course page?
You will not be able to see your classes until the term starts, if the term has started already then contact the Student Help Desk.
I am a new student. How do I complete the New Student Academics Advising Session online by using Moodle?
You can do so by using the guest log in. The following knowledgebase article can walk you through the steps: New Student Academic Advising Session Online Directions
I am a new student and I have not registered. How do I access Moodle academic advising?
You can do so by choosing to log in as guest when prompted to log in.
I am an active student and I am still having problems. Where can I go to troubleshoot my Moodle login?
If you still cannot login to moodle check try these articles for more information on passwords and accounts.
Can't Log Into ExpressLane?
Updating your Moodle & ExpressLane password - Using old password
Updating your Moodle & ExpressLane password - Using Email
Updating your Moodle & ExpressLane password - Using Security Questions
General Troubleshooting articles
How are Moodle courses created?
- Moodle sections, designation of instructors, CRNs, and student registrations are all created and managed in Banner
- This information is imported into Moodle.
- Moodle syncs student registration status several times an hour from that time on.
I am registered but I don’t see my courses, what should I do?
Chances are you are looking for your courses too early. Courses are not visible to students until the beginning of term.
Once the term has started, if you are not seeing your course, it probably means:
- The teacher may not be using Moodle for your course.
- The teacher has not made the Moodle section visible yet
If the term has started and you think you should see your course in Moodle contact your instructor or the Student Help Desk (shed@lanecc.edu).
How do I get access to the Online Advising Courses?
You can search and enroll yourself into these specific courses as a Lane Community College student. These are the program specific Moodle sites maintained by the various departments on campus.
In Moodle:
- Scroll down the main page and select the Academic Advising Folder near the bottom.
- Find your major or program and click into it.
- Once you are in the course find your administration menu (gear icon) and select [Enroll me in this course].
- Now you will be able to access this from your Moodle course list anytime!
It's possible that some pages will not have an enroll option. However they are still a great resource for information regarding that specific program.
Moodle Link to the Academic Advising folder
My instructor doesn’t use Moodle, but can I still get into it?
If your instructor doesn't use Moodle then you will not see their course section when you log into Moodle. If you are an active student you will be able to log into Moodle, but you will only see courses that are visible to all students.
How do I contact my instructor through Moodle?
To contact your instructor through Moodle you can use Moodle Message. This will allow you to ask questions and receive notifications by email when you receive a reply. For more information on how to use Moodle Message follow this article.
Why can’t I see my grades?
Check with your instructor to see if they are using the Moodle gradebook. If they are, and you are unable to see your grades, be sure you are looking in the right place. Your grades will now be under the Navigation block under the course you are looking for If you still are unable to find or see your grade email atc@lanecc.edu.
Want to learn more about Moodle? Take this introductory course: Moodle Basics for Students. Or Consult these help articles: Getting Started With Moodle
For further help contact:
Student Help Desk
SHeD@lanecc.edu
(541) 463-3333