These are instructions for videos that have already been created and ready to share via link.  Note: It is NOT recommended to upload a downloaded video as videos can reduce the functionality of Moodle and overload the system.


Before you begin, find where the video is located.  All programs will have a Share button available.  Videos can be shared via a link or by embedding the video into the forum. The instructions below specifically work with Microsoft PowerPoint or Loop.


Share the video link

  • Select the video from wherever it is stored and select the Share button



  • Review the settings (People in your organization with the link can view.  Click the Copy button.


 


  • Go to the Moodle forum where the video will be placed.  Depending on how the forum was set-up, either Add a new discussion topic or reply to a previous discussion
  • Type a Subject and in the Message area, Paste the link to the video.  Post to Forum. Note: this will be linked to the original location of the video.


Embed a video

  • Select the Share button and select </>Embed code




  • Select Copy Embed code (some other Share buttons have the Copy embed code in other locations)





  • Open the Moodle forum
  • Add a Subject and in the Message area, select the down arrow button to reveal a second menu.  Select the </> button (HTML)


 


  • Paste the code in the HTML (Ctrl + V)



  • Select the HTML button again to reveal the video.
  • Post to Forum