Moodle is a free and open-source learning management system (LMS) that allows educators to create online courses and learning environments. It was created in 2002 by Martin Dougiamas, a computer scientist and educator who wanted to create a platform that would facilitate collaborative learning and improve the quality of education for students around the world.
Moodle provides a wide range of features for course creators, including the ability to create and manage course content, assign and grade assignments, facilitate discussions, and provide feedback to students. It also includes features for tracking student progress, generating reports, and integrating with other educational tools and systems.
Moodle is widely used in academic institutions, corporate training programs, and other educational settings around the world. Its open-source nature allows developers to customize and extend the platform to meet the specific needs of their users.