{"id":66741,"date":"2023-02-08T03:37:18","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T09:37:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scalahosting.com\/blog\/?p=66741"},"modified":"2024-08-08T03:11:40","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T09:11:40","slug":"how-to-update-moodle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.scalahosting.com\/blog\/how-to-update-moodle\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Update Moodle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We all know updates are important <\/em>– not only do they get rid of bugs, but they also improve the overall security of the apps or platforms you\u2019re using. This is especially crucial with <\/strong>Learning Management Systems (LMSs)<\/em><\/strong> where any unauthorized breach can affect thousands of people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That. of course, is highly valid for the most popular LMS solutions<\/strong> out there – Moodle.  Worried that you don\u2019t know how to update Moodle<\/strong>? Or maybe the process looks a bit intimidating? We\u2019re here to help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s start from the beginning\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Moodle?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Moodle<\/a> is a free learning management system (LMS)<\/strong> that works with all operating systems<\/a>. Students and teachers alike can create their own courses, set assignments, upload presentations<\/strong>, and more.<\/strong> The platform is user-friendly <\/strong>and has numerous resources <\/strong>to ease the onboarding process. In order for Moodle to function properly, frequent updates are necessary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find Out Your Moodle Version<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are two ways to find your Moodle version out. Which one will work for you depends on your role – Admin<\/strong> or Teacher<\/strong>. If you\u2019re a Moodle Admin<\/strong>, go to Site Administration<\/strong> and choose Notifications<\/strong>. The current version of the platform will be visible at the bottom of the page.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In case you\u2019re a Moodle Teacher<\/strong> and the platform is either in English or German, you can see the version in the Moodle docs<\/strong>. It will show up at the bottom of any page<\/strong> on the Moodle LMS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For any other language<\/strong> – simply check the URL<\/strong>. Your site address will contain a number<\/strong>, for example, 25, which means your version is 2.5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s update\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Update Your Moodle <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The process is a bit lengthy, but don\u2019t worry – we\u2019ve got it all covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check Moodle\u2019s Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s maybe the easiest part. Go to Site Administration<\/strong>, choose Server<\/strong>, and click on Environment<\/strong>. You will see files with release notes for the server and client software requirements<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those will vary, as they are based on:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n