Projects: Overview
Release 18.0
What is the project tool for?
The project tool integrated in OpenOlat is primarily a tool for project documentation (not for project planning).
Where can I find projects in OpenOlat?
OpenOlat users can find the projects in the header menu.
Note
The menu entry can also be in a different location. If many entries are displayed in the header, "Projects" may also be included under "More" on the far right.
!!! info “Note”
If a project has been deleted, it can no longer be edited. However, it is still in the “My projects” area -> in the “Deleted” tab. You can still access it from here. You can also download the report or reactivate the project.
Which projects can be mapped in OpenOlat?
Examples:
- Projects of a learning group
- lengthy individual works (e.g. Diploma thesis)
- Project weeks at schools
- Learning diary as a project
- …
What are the main functions/components of a project?
After calling up a project, the main functions are displayed in the cockpit:
- Dates and milestones
- To-dos
- Decisions
- Notes
- Files
- Whiteboard (draw.io)
- Timeline
- Administration functions
Activation of the module "Projects"
For the projects to be available in the menu, the module must have been activated by an administrator. Further information can be found here.