What is data synchronization?
Data synchronization ensures that all data related to users, course content and course access, course completion, and achievements is consistent across multiple platforms and devices.
Regardless of where or how a learner completes a module or test, their performance data is always up to date and readily accessible for trainers, educators, or the learners themselves. Similarly, when administrators or trainers update course content, quizzes, or other materials, these changes are immediately reflected across all platforms and devices.
Why is data synchronization important?
Current and reliable data
Maintaining up-to-date accessible and consistent information across platforms, devices, and locations. For educators and trainers, this means uniform course progress, grades, and learning materials.
Efficient reporting and decision-making
Maintaining accurate and timely reporting. Educators and trainers make informed decisions based on synchronized data, identifying students needing support or aligning content with learning trends.
Reduced error and duplication
Effectively eliminating errors and repetitions that arise when manually updating data in multiple places. With data synchronisation, changes on one platform instantly reflect across others, resulting in accurate records and simplified material updates.
Compliance and accountability
Ensuring consistent, tamper-proof records, aiding educators and administrators in effortless compliance tracking, whether for attendance or training certifications.
What can I sync with Moodle LMS?
Moodle LMS offers seamless synchronization of various essential data and applications, especially beneficial for educational institutions:
- Course content: Effortlessly synchronize course materials, assignments, and resources.
- User accounts: Synchronize student and faculty profiles, maintaining accurate records.
- Grades and assessments: Streamline the management and updating of grading information.
- Enrollment data: Keep track of enrolled students and manage course access.
- Discussion forums: Synchronize discussion boards for interactive online communication.
- Calendar events: Coordinate class schedules, assignments, and events.
- External tools: Integrate with external applications for a comprehensive learning experience.
What data can I sync with Moodle Workplace?
eCommerce data
When integrating eCommerce data with Moodle for training, trainers can synchronize information about product training enrollments, user profiles, and search queries. When new users purchase a course, Moodle Certified Integration, such as Myddleware automatically generates login details in Moodle, providing them immediate access to the online courses they’ve just bought.
Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) data
Synchronizing data from the HRIS with Moodle can auto-create user accounts from HRIS entries, enrolling employees in their relevant training courses. It helps maintain a single, consistent set of data across both systems.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) data
Synchronizing CRM data with Moodle leads to more targeted and effective training programs, ensuring employees have the skills to excel in their roles. Organizations can quickly adapt to the customers’ changing needs while ensuring employees are equipped with the required skills.
Enterprise Resource Management (ERP) system data
Synchronizing ERP data with Moodle enhances training by enabling role-based course enrollment, streamlined onboarding, and real-time training updates. It also reduces administrative tasks and offers comprehensive information on training effectiveness and performance correlation.