Instructors can add readings, instruction documents, and other files to their Moodle courses by selecting "Add an Activity or Resource".
Step-by-step guide
1. Select Edit Mode in the upper right hand corner of the screen.
2. Select "Add an activity or resource link in the week/topic area of your course outline where you want to add the resource.
3. From the menu that appears, scroll down and select "File" to upload a single file.
4. Enter a name for the file and a description.
5. Select the File Icon, the box with the arrow, or drag and drop the files from your computer's file menu into the box with the arrow.
6. From the File picker box that appears, select the "Choose file" button. Select the file from your computer, Google Drive, or Box.com, and select the blue "Upload this file" button.
7. Scroll to the bottom of the page, and select "Save and return to the course" button.
The Folder tool in Moodle allows instructors to organize and share multiple files in one place. It's useful when you want to present a set of related resources, such as lecture slides and reading materials, without overwhelming the course page with individual file links. The folder displays a neat list, and students can easily access and download all files at once.
Student view of the Folder activity in Moodle:
Selecting the folder will open on a new page and reveal the files:
If you accidentally remove one or more items from your course, follow these steps to restore your materials: