Forge

FORGE is a visual html editor, developed by Mark Wilkie of the EDU, which enables the quick and easy creation of attractive and engaging web-based content (for example, learning objects and student handbooks).

Forge is a UHI core technology used by the EDU to create resources. Forge is also freely available to all UHI staff in order to produce content which can be made available to students in Brightspace.

Forge welcome page

Forge welcome page
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There is a link to comprehensive guidance on the right side of the Forge launch page. New users should familiarise themselves with this material; experienced users should remember it's there when they need it.

In addition, the EDU's Support learning online module features a section on 'Developing learning objects in Forge'. Visit this area of the site to find:

  • Activities designed to give hands on tuition in using the tool; as well as
  • A checklist covering quality issues such as accessibility and copyright compliance;

There are also guides on making tables and adding accordions.

Join the Forge user group on Yammer, to receive service notifications, read previously asked questions and answers, and to be able to ask for help when you need it.

Download this guide on how to upload Forge resources to Brightspace.

Forge sample resource

Forge sample resource
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All efforts have been made to ensure materials created by the EDU comply with current accessibility guidelines (JISC: Support for learners with disabilities).

If further assistance is required with accessibility matters please contact the student support section in your academic partner UHI: Accessing learner support.

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