A learning management system can be integrated with social software programs that provide virtual space for conference calls and team meetings. Conference calls are a cost-effective way for groups to […]
We need to teach our kids how to answer the phone, communicate with adults and children, and be polite. These behaviors don’t come naturally, and luckily most parents recognize their […]
Many parents and educators continue to express concerns over learning through LMS-hosted courses and online learning in general, fearing that students’ development of social skills may be stunted. However, courses […]
School districts are finding that a learning management system is an effective way to keep costs down and students enrolled. But another enormous benefit of a pre-populated LMS is the […]
Obama is right to draw a direct connection between American prosperity and its learning systems. Michael Porter, a Harvard Business School professor and co-author of the Competitiveness Index report, commented […]
Keith R. Krueger, the executive director for the Washington-based Consortium for School Networking, noted that “educators and students need to have access to broadband in order to make use of […]
Jim Hirsch, a Texan associate superintendent for academic and technology services, commented that Obama is doing for the internet what President John F. Kennedy did for television, by encouraging its […]
The good news? President-elect Barack Obama has promised to implement an array of positive changes in government funding and support of American learning systems. As part of his economic stimulus […]
Well, the newest act in higher education may reflect new times and challenges, but certainly not the drive to continue competitive learning systems, or strengthen resources, or aid students in […]
We’ve certainly come a long way in higher education since 1965. In technological advances and innovative online learning systems alone, we’ve traversed galaxies. But has the government and its policies […]
Are online high school learning systems a good idea? Who should consider online high school? It’s essential to consider if a student truly needs the flexibility of an online high […]
Online high school programs can provide solutions for many students who were unable to finish high school. When choosing an online high school, it’s important to do intensive research to […]
Libraries such as the Bates College Library often encourage university staff to consider a few questions before placing a copy of an item on reserve or including it on an […]
When acquiring material for course handouts or for delivery via a learning management system, staff should adhere to copyright laws. Although many universities are lax on copyright laws, it remains […]
When seeking and providing LMS materials, it’s important to keep in mind the public domain and fair use materials available at libraries. What is the difference between public domain and […]
One obstacle that schools face in using a learning management system is that many educators are not well-equipped to use the technology. Training is expensive and often outside the possibilities […]
Creating and incorporating videos on a learning management system can transform lessons, activities and even entire courses. Learning management systems like Coggno offer an easy-to-use video tool for creating engaging […]
It’s a tattered cliché I’m guilty of using–“A picture says a thousand words.” But it’s true. Combine a picture with sound and movement, and the words start to add up. […]
Learning management systems allow for all kinds of strategic teaching and e-learning projects. During one project, Alex Strømme tried a new method. His presentation of videos and tests through his […]
Alex Strømme, biologist and professor in science education and university pedagogy, discussed his use of a learning management system in his classes at the 14th International Conference on Technology Supported […]