Moodle User Policy

This policy outlines acceptable behavior and responsibilities for all users (students, instructors, staff) of our Moodle learning management system. Key points include:

  1. Account Security: Keep login credentials confidential. Report suspicious activity immediately.

  2. Respectful Conduct: No harassment, hate speech, bullying, or disruptive behavior.

  3. Academic Integrity: Submit original work; plagiarism/collusion is prohibited.

  4. Content Rules: Share only course-related materials. No illegal, offensive, or copyrighted content without permission.

  5. Privacy: Protect personal data. Do not share others’ information without consent.

  6. Compliance: Adhere to institutional policies and laws (e.g., copyright, data protection).

  7. System Use: Do not overload servers, hack, or misuse resources.

  8. Consequences: Violations may lead to revoked access, disciplinary action, or legal measures.

By accessing Moodle, users agree to these terms.

1. Introduction

This policy governs the use of the Moodle Learning Management System (LMS) at Everon Learning Solutions. It applies to all users (students, instructors, administrators, and guests). Moodle is intended for educational purposes only.

2. Account Responsibilities

  • Security: Users must protect their login credentials. Sharing accounts is prohibited.

  • Reporting: Notify [support email] immediately of unauthorized access or security risks.

  • Accuracy: Ensure personal profile information (e.g., email) is current.

3. Acceptable Use

  • Authorized Activities: Course enrollment, assignments, discussions, resource access, and legitimate academic collaboration.

  • Prohibited Activities:

    • Disrupting classes, spamming, or spreading malware.

    • Unauthorized data scraping, automated bots, or brute-force attacks.

    • Accessing others’ accounts/files without permission.

    • Commercial use (e.g., advertising).

4. User Conduct

  • Respect: Communicate professionally; no harassment, discrimination, or threats.

  • Integrity: Submit original work. Plagiarism, cheating, or falsifying data violates academic policies.

  • Collaboration: Follow instructor guidelines for group work.

5. Content Standards

  • Permissions: Only upload content you own or have rights to share (e.g., public-domain/Creative Commons materials).

  • Restrictions: No pirated software, explicit material, or content violating laws/institutional policies.

  • Instructor Rights: Course materials (e.g., lectures, quizzes) are institutional property; redistribution without permission is forbidden.

6. Privacy & Data Protection

  • Confidentiality: Do not share others’ personal data (e.g., grades, emails) from Moodle.

  • Compliance: Adhere to [GDPR/FERPA/local law] and institutional privacy policies.

  • Monitoring: Activity logs (logins, submissions) may be reviewed for security/abuse investigations.

7. System Security

  • Resource Use: Avoid excessive bandwidth consumption (e.g., mass downloads).

  • Vulnerabilities: Report security flaws to IT; do not exploit them.

  • Updates: Comply with institutional IT protocols (e.g., mandatory patches).

8. Intellectual Property

  • User Content: Retain ownership but grant the institution a license to host/distribute within Moodle.

  • Institution Content: Course materials are copyrighted; downloading/sharing requires written consent.

9. Violations & Enforcement

  • Actions: Minor breaches may trigger warnings or training. Severe cases (e.g., hacking, harassment) result in:

    • Suspended Moodle access.

    • Academic penalties (e.g., course failure).

    • Legal proceedings or termination (staff).

  • Reporting: Submit policy concerns to [compliance email].

10. Policy Updates

This policy is reviewed annually. Users will be notified of changes via institutional email.

11. Contact

  • Technical Support: [support@everonlearning.com]

  • Policy Questions: [support@everonlearning.com]

  • Privacy Officer: [support@everonlearning.com]

By logging into Moodle, users confirm acceptance of this policy.
[EverOn Learning Solutions] • Revision Date: [08/15/2025]

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