Glossary of common terms
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This glossary defines a number of words you will see used often in discussions about Moodle - you'll find them highlighted throughout this course.
If you wish to import this glossary to your Moodle site, you can download this file of exported entries: glossary_of_common_terms_20101214.xml.
Please feel free to add new words here!
Browse the glossary using this index
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OP | ||
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Short for Original Poster, in other words the person starting the discussion. | ||
Oracle | ||
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OS or Operating System | ||
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Operating System in computing is defined as a system software that: i.controls hardware and serves as interface between user and hardware. ii.controls input and output of data or infomation iii.serves as a platform for managing general applications/software or customized software | ||
Outcomes | ||
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An Outcome is like any other grade except that it can be applied to multiple activities. When the activity is marked, a mark should be given for the submission itself and for the outcome. Outcomes are newly introduced in Moodle 1.9 basically implements a way to connect outcome statements with Scales. Scales themselves are connected to courses and their activities. Example ExampleOutcome: ‘Identityin social psychology’ Scales:{Refuser, Drifter, Searcher, Guardian, Resolver} | ||