Moodle
Implementation Support and Operation

LMS Moodle used worldwide

Moodle is a learning management system (LMS) equipped with features for supporting face-to-face classes and conducting e-learning. Moodle was developed in Australia and is distributed under the GNU General Public License, with community-based development.
It is a global LMS used by over 400 million people in 239 countries and available in 210 languages.
As an open-source software provided for free, it offers cost advantages such as no licensing fees for educational platforms.

Benefits of Choosing Moodle

LMS (Learning Management System) used worldwide

Moodle is an open-source software LMS (Learning Management System) that is globally used and supports multiple languages. It is widely adopted worldwide, with over 210 languages, 239 countries, and more than 400 million users, and is installed on approximately 160,000 sites. As a world-standard LMS, you can use it with confidence.

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Operating in 239 countries

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Used by over 400 million people

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Installed on 160,000 sites

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* Numbers published in the statistics (https://stats.moodle.org/)

Open source software with no licensing fees

Moodle is open-source software that is provided for free. It is offered under the terms of the GPL (GNU General Public License).No licensing fees provide a cost advantage.
It is utilized by companies with high employee turnover, such as part-time and temporary workers.
Although it is open-source, it has all the necessary features as an LMS. Moreover, it is frequently updated and has a large number of users, so you can use it with confidence.

No. 1 in domestic university penetration rate

Moodle has the highest adoption rate among universities in Japan, boasting approximately 40% market share, making it the leading LMS.
Additionally, due to its ease of use, it is widely used not only by universities but also by public organizations and companies.

Participants

  • ・Viewing training/class materials
  • ・Download Training/Class Materials
  • ・Attendance for Training/Class
  • ・Workshop
  • ・Interaction in group/individual forums
  • ・Question
  • ・Survey
  • ・Today's To-Do
  • ・Report/Task Submission
  • ・Test
  • ・Private Files

Learning Administrator

  • ・Attendance Management
  • ・Online Training / Classes
  • ・Upload of training/class materials
  • ・Performance Management
  • ・Report/Assignment Management
  • ・Report/Assignment Grading, Evaluation
  • ・Conducting Tests
  • ・Analysis of Test Quality
  • ・Progress Management Report
  • ・Certificate of Completion
  • ・Open Badge
  • ・GDPR
  • ・SSO
  • ・MFA (Two-Factor Authentication)
  • ・Advice in group/individual forums
  • ・Feedback

Easy to add features

Leveraging the strengths of being open source, it is possible to add necessary features through official plugins developed by existing third parties (over 2,000 registered on Moodle sites) or by developing new plugins.
Plugin development can be requested from our company, or customers can also develop and implement them independently.

Cost Benefits for Large-Scale Use

Moodle is an open-source system, so there are no usage fees based on the number of users. Therefore, the larger the scale of use, the more cost benefits there are.

Multi-device support

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Moodle is compatible with multiple devices. Therefore, it can be accessed not only on PCs but also on tablets and smartphones. Moodle employs responsive design, allowing for optimal layout usage from tablets and smartphones.

 

Usage Scenarios for Moodle Assignments

LMS (Learning Management System) used worldwide

 

Moodle Features

Main Features

  • User Management / Permission Management

  • Course Creation

  • Course Material Registration(SCORM/Quizzes/Surveys/Report Submission/Voting/File Attachment, etc.)

  • Communication
    Function

  • Course Management(Deadline Settings/Usage Restrictions/Grading Function)

  • Log Management

  • Authentication Integration

  • Plugin Features

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    Dashboard

    You can display the courses you are enrolled in and your progress rate. If you have teacher privileges, you can check the scoring status of each content.

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    Test Function

    We support various question formats, including multiple choice, multiple selection, and open-ended responses.

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    Report Function

    You can submit reports using files such as Word, or submit through an online form. There are no restrictions on the types of files.

Recommended Operating Environment

Number of Users About 500 people HDD 100GB
OS Linux Middleware Web Server Apache or Nginx (php-fpm)
vCPU 2 cores Language PHP
Memory 4GB Database PostgreSQL or MySQL or MariaDB

* In the case of on-premises environment

Comparison of Moodle and Other LMS

Moodle

<Features>
Moodle is an open-source e-learning system with over 250 million users across educational institutions and businesses.
A major feature is its high customizability. It allows for flexible customization tailored to the specific goals and needs of individual courses, making it suitable for any class size, from small courses to large ones.
Additionally, it comes with a highly versatile editor that makes it easy to incorporate images and videos, allowing for straightforward creation of teaching materials. Furthermore, it is compatible with smartphones and tablets, enabling learners to comfortably attend lectures anytime and anywhere.

<Features>
・Smartphone and tablet compatibility
・Calendar function
・Check learning progress
・Customizable logos and color schemes
・Multilingual support
・User permission restrictions
・Regular security updates
・Course and participant group management
・Grade management
・Evaluation function using rubrics

CanvasLMS

<Features>
The Canvas LMS interface is designed with a simple layout.
As it is a foreign product, there may be concerns about the translation of the interface, but it has been translated to a level where the meaning is somewhat understandable in Japanese.
Additionally, user information and course enrollment data can be imported in CSV format, allowing for migration from the current system, and there are also integration features with other systems.
By integrating with the webinar system (BigBlue Button), it is also possible to host webinars within the system.
Features that are convenient for training in webinars, such as the use of resumes, recording functions, group chat, and shared notes, are all available.

<Features>
Administrator Features
・User management for administrators, instructors, and participants
・Partial management authority granted to general users
・CSV import functionality for various information

Features for Instructors
・Creation and correction of teaching materials and tests
・Confirmation of student attendance
・Grade management
・Creation of logs
・Course discussions

Features for Participants
> View information about the courses taken
> Upload assignments

OpenLMS

<Features>
This is a cloud-based Learning Management System (LMS) built on Moodle, the most widely used platform in the world.
It features an intuitive user interface design that is "easy to see" and "easy to understand," making it accessible even for those unfamiliar with LMS operations.
It also includes convenient features for analyzing learning progress and outcomes. The extent of support available is unclear.

<Features>
・Compliance Tracking
・Course Tracking and Management
・Social Learning
・Learning Paths
・Simultaneous Learning
・Portal Site
・Mobile Learning
・Built-in Course Creation
・Certificates and Licenses
・Group Training
・Asynchronous e-Learning

 

Frequently Asked Questions about Moodle

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

QThis is my first time implementing e-learning; can you provide support for the implementation?
Human Science provides support for the implementation of Moodle.
We will make proposals suitable for your environment.
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QIf I want to build Moodle on our in-house server, I would like to request only the installation work...
We also support installation work only.
After installation, we offer suggestions for Moodle's feature settings, version upgrades, customization, administrator support, and operation and maintenance services, so please contact us.
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QWe have already implemented Moodle, but can we request maintenance and operation services only?
Yes, we can. We also offer proposals for Moodle feature settings, version upgrades, customization, administrator support, and operation and maintenance services, so please contact us.
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QI have no experience using Moodle, but will I be able to utilize it?
Our company provides support services to help customers utilize Moodle effectively. We offer assistance through usage seminars, manuals, inquiry support, and help desk services. We also provide operational and utilization support only. Please feel free to contact us for more details.
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QI am looking for a highly secure e-learning system. How about Moodle?
Moodle is updated approximately every two months to address vulnerabilities and security issues. Additionally, major version upgrades occur roughly every three years, adding new features. Moodle is open-source software, but it is a well-maintained LMS.

Human Science Moodle Implementation Support Services

No.1 in domestic Moodle implementation achievements.
Human Science supports Moodle implementation.

Human Science Co., Ltd. provides a stable Moodle environment with a robust system by Moodle professionals.
We aim to establish a system that can provide all the necessary services to achieve our customers' goals.

Example

Total proposals tailored to your situation and needs

Proposal Examples

Server Specifications / Server Configuration / How to Choose Hosting Services / Installation on On-Premise Servers / Moodle Setup / Lectures / Moodle Cloud Services etc.

For safer operations
We will tune the performance of Moodle in cases where high access is anticipated. This will maximize the use of server resources and will also be beneficial for future enhancement plans.

Features of Human Science Moodle Services

1. No.1 in domestic Moodle achievements

● Projects: Over 866

● Companies, Schools, Organizations: Over 80 cases

We started supporting the introduction of Moodle in 2007.
Through many years of supporting the introduction and operation of educational support systems, we have cultivated skills and know-how. We provide support for the introduction and operation of Moodle to customers in various forms and situations.




2. Moodle Official Partner

In 2017, we were certified by the Moodle headquarters in Australia and became an official Moodle partner.
Only companies with expertise and a proven track record in building and developing Moodle are certified.
While certified companies exist around the world, there are only a few in Japan.


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● Meaning of being an official Moodle partner

  • ・Recognized for achievements and technical skills in plugin development, certified as an official partner.
  • ・The official partner site is now accessible, providing the necessary information for the implementation and operation of Moodle.
  • ・You can express your requests to Moodle Headquarters, which can be reflected in future Moodle development.

3. A Reliable Operational System You Can Trust

Human Science Co., Ltd. provides a stable Moodle environment with a robust system by Moodle professionals.
We aim to establish a system that can provide all the necessary services to achieve our customers' goals.


Implementation Support Team

We propose how to utilize Moodle according to the customer's objectives.

Construction Team

We will build Moodle according to your needs, such as the number of users and usage frequency.

Development Team

We customize the Moodle core as needed and develop external plugins.

Operations Team

We provide a QA site, as well as answers via email and phone for questions regarding the use of Moodle and the hosting of seminars on how to use it.


4. Flexibly respond to all operational scales

We accommodate usage from small-scale to up to 100,000 users. Based on our extensive track record, we provide optimal services tailored to our customers' needs.


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