FAQ

• Which Moodle versions are supported?
• Can I migrate from local_course_reminder?
• Why aren't reminders being sent?
• How do I stop a learner being over-emailed?
• How are managers found for escalation?
• Does the AI feature need my own API key?
• Can teachers manage their own course reminders?
• Is it really GPL?

Which Moodle versions are supported?

Moodle 4.5 through 5.2. The current release is 1.0.3 (Stable), GNU GPL v3.

Can I migrate from the free local_course_reminder?

Yes. A CLI script imports your existing data:

php local/moderncoursereminder/cli/migrate_from_course_reminder.php

Back up your database first. See Installation & Migration.

Why aren't reminders being sent?

Almost always one of: cron isn't running, email is disabled site-wide, the plugin master switch is off, or there are no enabled rules. Run the Health check — it pinpoints the cause. See Reports & Analytics.

How do I stop a learner being over-emailed?

The queue de-duplicates, and each rule has a Repeat every (days) gap, a Maximum reminders cap, and an optional daily send window. Learners can also opt out, and suspended / no-email / exempt users are skipped automatically.

How are managers found for escalation?

By one of three methods — Moodle manager role, a custom profile field on the learner, or a manual mapping table (with CSV import). See Manager Escalation.

Does the AI feature need my own API key?

No key is stored in this plugin. AI drafting uses Moodle's own AI subsystem — you configure the provider and key once in Site administration → AI. The feature is optional and off by default.

Can teachers manage their own course reminders?

Yes. With the right capability, a teacher manages rules for their own course, guided by a setup checklist that prevents rules which can't fire (e.g. completion not configured).

Is it really GPL? Can we modify it?

Yes — GNU GPL v3 or later. You're free to modify it for your own installation.