The Graphical Equation Editor enables users to insert mathematical equations within the HTML Editor. It supports the input of MathML and LaTeX, and includes a graphical editor where you can visually create equations. Depending on your org settings, you may not have access to all input methods.
The Graphical Equation Editor in iLearn Learning Environment 10.2 and newer does not require Java support or have specific browser compatibility considerations. Existing equations created before iLearn Learning Environment 10.2 will still require Java Applet support but are up-converted to MathML upon an edit.
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MathML |
MathML is a standard adopted by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). It uses XML to describe mathematical notation by capturing both its structure and content. This enables MathML to support visual display and assistive technology access. As a standard, iLearn Learning Environment stores and displays all equations in the MathML format, regardless of the format you use to enter equations. iLearn Learning Environment uses the MathJax JavaScript engine to display MathML equations. Go to http://www.mathjax.org to learn more about MathJax features. |
LaTeX |
LaTeX is a typesetting system based on TeX. It provides a text syntax for complex mathematical formulae. iLearn Learning Environment stores equations entered in LaTeX format as MathML to ensure consistency and accessibility. |