Moodle

Moodle:

17/20

Accessibility: This communication tool can be accessed through any web browser. It is also available on multiple platforms including android and iOS devices.

Security/Promotions: The instructor can create a closed classroom that is secure for students in settings. There are no advertisements in this site. No fee is required; however you need to have a server space to house the content of the course.

Functions: Users can download and upload assignments as well as handouts, but cannot complete those assignments within the tool. Discussion platforms can be created to encourage discussion outside the classroom. Teachers can also create assessments, lessons, add useful links and chat areas throughout.

Self-Editing/Archiving: Users cannot edit those documents within this tool; however it does allow the user to upload the files the user creates.

Personalization: The user can create a limited profile with basic contact information such as name, email, and a photo.

Use in the classroom: Create a limited paperless classroom. Instructor can use communication tool as a platform for discussions and a resource page.

Criteria/ Characteristic	4	3	2	1
Accessibility	User can access communication tool via multiple browsers (Chrome, Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox) with ability to use on multiple platforms (tablet, mobile device, pc/mac)	User can access communication tool via 3 or less browser options as well as limits to tablet or mobile devices along with ability to use on multiple platforms	User can access communication tool via 2 or less browsers/tablet or mobile devices. User is limited to 2 or less platforms.	User can access communication tool via only one browser. User is limited to one platform.
Security/ Promotions	User has been provided with  adequate security features and there is no fee/affordable fee and no advertisements.	User has been provided with some security features and no fee/advertise-ments.	User has been provided with little to no security features and a small fee and some advertisements.	User has been provided with no security features and a substantial fee along with many advertisements.
Media Functions	User can complete multiple tasks in the communication tool including attaching documents, presentations, videos, audio, etc. with ease or has access to tutorials.	User can complete tasks in the communication tool, but may need to access outside function to complete product. Some tutorials included.	User is limited to two communication tools and few tutorials.	User can complete/attach at least one task in the communication tool. No tutorials.
Self Editing/ Archiving	Communication Tool allows user to automatically save all forms of information along with providing built in editing tools for text, audio, video, etc.	Communication Tool allows user to automatically save most forms of information along with providing some editing tools.	Communication Tool allows user to have a limited selection of editing tools, but does save most forms of information, along with limited edit functions.	Communication Tool does not allow user edit information and does not provide editing tools.
Personalization	User can create an in depth profile that includes photos, biographical information, contact information.	User can create a limited profile that includes biographical information, contact information.	User can create a profile that includes some biographical or contact information with no pictures.	User cannot create a profile or include any biographical or contact information.