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Attach a file to a post

You can attach documents to a post in a discussion forum. Follow the steps below.

Begin by starting a new post or replying to someone else's post.
Make sure the Subject field is filled out.
Enter text in the Message field (the empty box to the right of 'Message').
Click on 'Advanced' (appears to the right of the 'Post to forum' button at the bottom of the Message field). An 'Attachment' option field appears.
Drag and drop your file into the space and then click on 'Post to forum.'
If you want to find the file on your computer, click in the space (or click on the file icon) and the File picker window opens. Choose 'Upload a file' and navigate to the place you have stored your attachment file. 'Choose File', give it a file name, confirm the license and select 'Upload this file.'
In the Attachment field you should now see your file. Click 'Post to forum.' In the forum, you will see your reply with the file attached.

Updated: August 2, 2019, SR

Audio: Record audio in your forum posting

You can record short audio messages directly into your discussion forum postings. Adding your voice to the other comments and ideas you write can make your posts more meaningful for other learners and your instructor.

Note: The built-in recording tool limits your audio recording time to two minutes.

1. To record a message you'll need a microphone. You may use a headset with microphone to plug into a computer or laptop or you can record using a phone and the Moodle app.

2. Start a new discussion topic in your forum. Add a subject heading and enter some text to explain what the recording will be about.

3. Expand the editor toolbar by clicking on the down arrow that appears in the first position on the toolbar. Look for the 'Record audio' button on the bottom row.

how to record a short audio message in your forum post

4. Check your notes, make sure your microphone is ready and click on the recording button.

If this is the first time you've recorded, a small window pops up that says 'learn.recnorth wants to Use your microphone'. Click on the 'Allow' button.
The Insert audio recording window opens and the recording process starts immediately (you'll see the counter starts counting backwards from 2:00 minutes.) Start speaking - don't rush but focus on speaking clearly.
Click on the 'Stop Recording' button when you're done.

5. Check your recording by clicking on the right-facing arrowhead in the embedded player. If you're happy with your recording, click 'Attach recording.'

If you don't like your recording, you can click on 'Record again.'
Your recorded message will display in a player.
Click 'Post to forum' and your recording will be displayed in your forum post.

Notes:

Some people find it helpful to write a script before they record. Others work best with a few notes or key points they want to make. Without some prompts, it is easy to lose track of what you want to say and your recording may end up being confusing for others.
If possible, provide a written transcript or notes for your recording for people who may have challenges with their equipment, internet connection, vision, or just prefer to read.

Updated: August 2, 2019, SR

Audio: Sharing audio recordings

Sharing short audio recordings can help you make a point or add some information or humour to your forum postings.

You can share audio recordings from public pages on the Internet OR you can upload and share short audio clips from your computer or mobile device. Check out how:

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