Introduction block

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Maintained by Eimantas Jakas, Vextur IT
Introduction Block by Vextur. A user-friendly dashboard block that provides students and instructors with an at-a-glance overview of their course activity and progress. The Introduction Block enhances the Moodle user experience by displaying key metrics and personalized information directly on the dashboard. Users can quickly see their enrollment status, course completion, unread messages, and pending assignments without navigating through multiple pages.
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Introduction Block by Vextur 

Enhance your Moodle dashboard experience with the Introduction Block - a user-friendly, fully customizable dashboard block that gives students and teachers instant insights into course activity, progress, and engagement. 

Two Display Modes 

1. With Icons 
A clean, modern card layout featuring colorful icons and key metrics. 

  • Customizable background color 

  • Adjustable text and icon colors 

  • Optional clickable column headers linking to relevant sections 

2. Without Icons 
A minimalist, text-based layout designed for flexibility and branding. 

  • Add a custom background image 

  • Use the rich text editor for welcome messages or announcements 

  • Perfect for branded institutional dashboards 

Customizable Metrics Display 

Choose what to show based on your institution’s needs: 

  • Courses Enrolled 

  • Courses Completed 

  • Unread Messages 

  • Quizzes & Assignments (Pending Activities) 

  • Average Grade 

Toggle each metric on or off easily through Moodle’s admin settings. 

Flexible Design Options 

Personalize your dashboard to match your institution’s identity: 

  • Adjust colors, fonts, and icons 

  • Add welcome or motivational messages 

  • Enable clickable elements for quick navigation 

Whether you prefer a vibrant visual layout or a clean text-based design, the Introduction Block adapts to your vision. 

User-Friendly Interface 

  • Fully responsive - looks great on any device 

  • Clear, accessible layout for quick information scanning 

  • Personalized greetings (e.g., “Hello, Emma!”) 

  • Real-time data updates for accurate insights 

Use Cases 

  • Student Dashboards: Keep learners organized and motivated 

  • Teacher Overview: Quick access to course stats and engagement metrics 

  • Institutional Branding: Reinforce your school or organization’s identity 

  • Welcome Messages: Display announcements or personalized greetings 

Easy Configuration 

Administrators can manage all settings directly in the Moodle admin interface: 

  • Toggle individual metrics 

  • Switch between design modes 

  • Customize colors, branding, text, and images 

  • Enable or disable clickable links 

Perfect For 

  • Educational institutions improving learner engagement 

  • Organizations seeking a personalized dashboard experience 

  • Moodle admins wanting to highlight key metrics 

  • Anyone who wants to create a welcoming, insightful Moodle environment 

🔗 Get Started 

Transform your Moodle dashboard today! 

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