Instructor Guide: Creating BigBlueButton Sessions

Advanced Course Management for NM-AIST Lecturers

Step 1: Preparation

Turn on Edit mode at the top right of your course page. Click Add an activity or resource in the desired section.

Step 2: Select Activity

Choose BigBlueButton. Set Instance Type to "Room/Activity with recordings".

Step 3: Activity Room Settings
  • Wait for Moderator: Students cannot start without you.
  • Session can be recorded: Critical for QA audits.
  • Schedule: Set "Join Open" and "Join Closed" times.
Step 4: Quality Assurance (NACTVET/TCU Compliance)

Scroll to Activity completion and configure as follows:

Setting Requirement
Completion tracking Show activity as complete when conditions are met
Require View Student must view this activity to complete it
Instructor Pro-Tips:
  • Always upload your presentation as a PDF for better performance.
  • Remind students to use Google Chrome or Firefox.
  • Click "Start Recording" manually once your lecture begins.
Need help setting up? Contact the NM-AIST E-Learning Support Team.
Last modified: Saturday, 7 February 2026, 11:24 AM