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Learning Management Systems Overview. Presented at OACC Conference By Dan Conrad May 31, 2012. Introduction & AGENDA. General Introduction Overview of Learning Management Systems Functionality of an LMS Challenge – Campus to Online Keys to success. Learning Management Systems.
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Learning Management Systems Overview Presented at OACC Conference By Dan Conrad May 31, 2012
Introduction & AGENDA • General Introduction • Overview of Learning Management Systems • Functionality of an LMS • Challenge – Campus to Online • Keys to success
Learning Management Systems • Basically an LMS is an application that allows you to organize, deliver and manage content to deliver an online learning experience.
LMS - Functionality Content Repository • Syllabus • Lecture content • Video • Simulations • Quizzes & Exams • Discussions • Links to other sources (YouTube, internet, etc.)
LMS - Functionality Content Player
LMS - Functionality Course Management Grade book Attendance Engagement Instructor/ Student Interactions Announcements & Messaging Calendar Reports
LMS - Functionality Important tools not part of the LMS but enhance the learning experience:
Challenge – Campus Based to Online What it’s all about
Keys to Success • Understanding online programs will be different than campus based programs • Think through and plan what you want your online experience to be • Use technology to create the experience not for the sake of using technology • Support systems and training are key to successful programs
Summary • Learning management systems are powerful tools • A great online program is based on combination of technology, content, and support services • There are good resources (knowledge and content) available to help you develop your online programs if needed • Programs will always be evolving so get started an adjust along the way
The LMS path forward involves three phases from strategy to implementation I. Define Online Strategy? 2. Complete Online LMS Comparison & Selection 3.Implement Online LMS Online Market Opp & Size Vision for Online LMS Profiles Trade-offs Pilot Course Scale & Roll-out Example Issues: • How large is market potential? • What is 1-3 year end game (revenue, outcomes, etc)? • What is role of online (vs. campus) LMS? • What are proven alternatives/options? • How to balance cost and speed to implementation? • What fits with current campus LMS ? • What are content, assessment considerations? (course structure, delivery, assessment, etc)? • How to best initiative a pilot? • What are scale considerations? • How to best support individualized course requirements? • Support academic and motivational challenges
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Contact Information Dan Conrad, President Conrad Education Solutions, Inc. Email: dconrad@conradeducationsolutions.com Phone: 570-235-0151