BEEST Project

What is the BEEST?

BEEST stands for Bootstrap Enhanced Elements Streamlining Tool. BEEST takes your input and combines it with pre-written HTML to generate advanced HTML elements for Moodle without the need for complex HTML skills.

How do I use BEEST to help me in Moodle?

Use the step by step instructions on each page to create your element. The steps are accompanied by help instructions or additional context through green question mark icons (e.g. ). For instance, on what input you need to provide. There are video walkthroughs for each element, and the examples page to show you the what each of the finished products looks like. Each page also has a preview that updates as you make changes to ensure you reach your desired result before copying your code ready to paste into Moodle.

What can BEEST do that nothing else can?

Take a look at the videos on the right to see the BEEST in action. For the details, read on. This tool, when used appropriately, can create responsive , consistent, quality HTML elements that improve your Moodle site's user experience (UX) design while also meeting WCAG accessibility standards . BEEST can cut the time needed and the skills required to achieve this by a vast amount.

Why use the BEEST?

If you are producing high quality teaching and learning in your Moodle site, and want to take it to the next level for your students, BEEST can help you reformat your existing content, and support a responsive, high-quality end-user learning product.

What can the BEEST do?

Explore the elements available in BEEST via the BEEST showcase site linked below. Self-enrol in the site as a student to see how BEEST elements can be used to improve the visual design and structure of content within your Moodle site. The BEEST showcase site will also provide you with:

  • instructional guidance on how to use BEEST
  • style and design guidance
  • key considerations when using BEEST
  • use cases in current units
  • and activities to engage with the broader BEEST community.

Click on the image below to enrol in the site

visit the BEEST Showcase site