What’s New in Moodle 5.3 LTS? UI/UX Improvements & Theme Changes

• Posted on October 23rd, 2026

Moodle 5.3 LTS was released on October 5, 2026, bringing improvements to course navigation, content editing, and the overall user experience. We’ve recently finished updating our Moodle themes for 5.3, which gave us a chance to take a closer look …

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How to Create Udemy-Style Interactive Video Courses in Moodle (Step-by-Step Guide)

• Updated on August 26th, 2026

Video-first courses are becoming increasingly common across higher education, workplace training, and independent online learning. Most learners now expect more than a plain embedded video sitting in the middle of a Moodle course page. In this tutorial, we’ll show you …

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Moodle 5.2 vs 5.3 LTS: Should You Upgrade Now or Wait?

• Updated on August 26th, 2026

Moodle 5.2 has just been released, and the first question most people ask is: should we upgrade now, or wait for the next LTS version? With Moodle 5.3 LTS expected in October, it’s a fair question. The short answer is: …

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Why Your Moodle Site Is Slow (And How Image Optimization Fixes It)

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

If your Moodle site feels slow, especially on image-heavy homepages, the cause is almost always the same: oversized, unoptimized images. Modern Moodle themes like Lumo include hero layouts, featured panes, and other visual sections. These make your site look more …

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Moodle Theme Lumo Guide: Creative Ways to Use the Side Image Hero Layout

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

Lumo is our latest modern Moodle 5 theme, and the Side Image layout has been part of its Hero section since the very beginning. It’s the default layout in the theme because it’s simple, flexible, and easy to style. With …

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Moodle 5 Theme Lumo Guide: Customize the Hero Section (Full-Width Background Option)

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

Your Moodle site’s homepage sets the tone for the entire learning experience. The hero section is often the first thing learners see, so it’s worth making it look professional, on-brand, and welcoming. Our Moodle 5 theme Lumo now supports a …

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How to Use Simple HTML to Add Content in Moodle (Lumo Theme Examples)

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

Many Moodle sites include theme settings that allow you to add your own text, links, and footer content. Our premium Moodle 5 theme Lumo works the same way and uses simple HTML for these content areas. In this guide, we’ll …

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Lumo Theme Guide: How to Install the Lumo Theme for Moodle 5

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

Lumo is a premium Moodle 5 theme designed for modern learning portals, universities, and professional training providers. Built on the latest Boost base theme and Bootstrap 5 framework, it offers a clean, elegant design with generous white space, flexible layouts, …

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How to Upgrade to Moodle 5.x: Step-by-Step Guide + New /Public/ Folder Structure Explained

• Updated on April 23rd, 2026

Applies to Moodle 5.1 and later (including 5.2, 5.3 LTS) From Moodle 5.1 onwards, Moodle introduces a new folder structure where only the /public/ directory is web-accessible. Core files, configuration, and system libraries now sit outside the web root, improving …

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What’s New in Moodle 5.1 (UI and UX Improvements You’ll Notice)

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

Moodle 5.1 continues the gradual design improvements introduced in Moodle 5.0. Built on Bootstrap 5, the Moodle 5 series brings a cleaner, more flexible front-end framework that makes the interface easier to use and maintain. It is not a complete …

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How to Create a Lead Generation Form Page for Your Moodle 5 Site (Free HTML Templates Included)

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

Adding a lead generation form to your Moodle 5 site is a simple and effective way to collect inquiries, promote your offerings, and grow your audience. Whether you’re running an online course, a professional training program, or a higher education …

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Why Upgrade to Moodle 5? Key Benefits and How Our Theme Makes the Transition Smoother

• Updated on January 13th, 2026

Upgrading a Moodle site isn’t a one-click job. It takes planning, testing, and careful execution to make sure everything runs smoothly afterward. If you’re wondering whether it’s worth moving to Moodle 5, this post will walk you through the key …

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