Firstly, I'd like to ask: Would you support my request to enhance Moodle for better LaTeX support?
Moodle, a widely used learning management system deployed globally in universities and high schools, facilitates discussions through its forums, where users can incorporate formulas. Users have the option to utilize the formula editor, which is user-friendly but becomes cumbersome as formulas grow in complexity, or they can input the formula directly.
For instance, a formula can be composed by entering:
\( \sum\limits_{k=1}^n k = \frac{n \cdot (n + 1)}{2} \)
Regrettably, there is no preview function available, at least not in the default Moodle installation. This lack of a preview makes the handling of LaTeX unpleasant, especially for those not well-versed in it, as one must submit a contribution to confirm the correctness.
In today's standard for web applications, a preview feature is commonplace, and Moodle should be no exception. Having a preview not only helps in identifying typical beginner's errors but also encourages students to learn LaTeX. To address this issue, I've submitted a feature request on Moodle.org. If you are in favor of promoting LaTeX learning and supporting education in STEM fields, you can contribute by voting for this feature request.
To vote, create an account and click on "Vote for this issue" for the following request:
https://tracker.moodle.org/browse/MDL-80106
Feel free to share this request with others who might be interested.
