What is Video Tracker?
Video Tracker is a Moodle activity plugin that allows teachers to deliver videos and measure real learner engagement.
It tracks viewing progress, watched time, and completion conditions directly inside Moodle.
Which Moodle versions are supported?
Video Tracker v1.0.0 supports Moodle 4.5 and later.
What video sources are supported?
The activity supports multiple video delivery methods:
Videos uploaded directly to Moodle
YouTube URLs
Direct external video URLs (for example MP4, WebM, or HLS streams)
Why should we use Video Tracker?
Video Tracker ensures that:
Expectations are clear
Progress is measured fairly
Completion reflects real engagement
This creates a more transparent and consistent learning experience.
Is user data handled according to Moodle privacy requirements?
Yes.
The plugin implements the Moodle Privacy API, including:
User data export
User/context data deletion
Privacy metadata declaration
How is my progress tracked?
Your progress is tracked based on actual viewing time. As the video plays, your progress updates automatically in the background.
You don’t need to click any buttons or manually mark the activity as complete.
How much of the video do I need to watch?
Each Video Tracker activity defines a minimum watch percentage (for example, 80% or 90%).
Once you reach that percentage, the activity is marked as complete.
The exact requirement is shown to the learner within the activity.
Can I skip parts of the video?
This depends on how the Video Tracker activity is configured:
In some courses, skipping forward or backward is allowed
In others, skipping may be limited to ensure full viewing
In all cases, completion is based on time watched, not on jumping to the end.
What happens if I pause the video?
You can pause the video at any time.
When you return, Video Tracker will resume playback from where you left off.
This allows you to learn at your own pace without losing progress.
Do I need to watch the video in one session?
No. You can watch the video across multiple sessions.
Your progress is saved automatically each time.
How do I know if the activity is completed?
Once you reach the required viewing percentage:
The activity is marked as completed automatically
Completion is reflected in your course progress and gradebook
There is no need for manual confirmation.
Why can’t I just jump to the end to complete it?
Video Tracker is designed to ensure fair and consistent completion.
Completion is granted only when the required portion of the video has actually been watched.
This protects learners who genuinely engage with the content.
What happens after I complete the video?
In many courses, completing a video:
Unlocks the next activity (quiz, assignment, or module)
Moves you forward in the learning path
Contributes to course or certification completion
The next step becomes available automatically.
Is my effort visible to instructors or managers?
Yes. When you complete a video, your progress and completion status are recorded accurately.
This ensures your learning effort is properly recognised within the course.
Does Video Tracker affect my learning experience?
Yes — positively. Video Tracker:
Reduces uncertainty
Removes manual steps
Creates a smoother learning flow
Tracking happens quietly in the background so you can focus on learning.
Does the plugin integrate with the Moodle gradebook?
Yes. Video Tracker automatically creates a grade item mapped to watched percentage (0–100) and supports:
Grade-to-pass
Completion thresholds
Automatic grade updates