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What is a learning platform?

Explore the definition and features of learning platforms, including Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs), and discover the different levels of functionality and types of deployment. Learn how learning platforms can enhance teaching and learning experiences.

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What is a learning platform?

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  1. What is a learning platform?

  2. What is your definition of a learning platform? Enter your definitions here:

  3. JISC tell us that: “A learning platform is defined as software, or a combination of different types of software, that sits on, or is accessible from, an organisation’s network, and that supports teaching and learning for practitioners and learners.” Ferl Practitioners’Program

  4. Common terms include: • Websites • Content Management Systems (CMS) • Intranets • Shared folders • Collaboration tools and conferencing systems • Virtual Learning Environments (VLE) • Managed Learning Environments (MLE) • Portals

  5. The focus of this session will be Virtual Learning Environments

  6. Key features of a VLE • Web-based - accessible like any other web page • Password protected - tutors/learners get similar ‘view’ • Course content distribution • Group communication & collaboration • Assessment • Student management • Customisable • Extras - blogs/wikis etc.

  7. For what have you used a learning platform before? List here how you have previously used a learning platform:

  8. Different levels of functionality of VLEs Content delivery, communications, learner tracking, management information Complex functionality Content delivery plus communications, for example, an intranet plus email, bulletin boards, application sharing Content delivery plus formative assessment, Offering additional online learning materials Limited functionality Making course materials available online

  9. A VLE ‘Model’ • You buy annual licence & download software • Installed on your server • Your administrator configures interface and user accounts

  10. A ‘Hosted’ VLE • You buy annual licence • System remains on ‘host’server • Your administrator configures interface and user accounts

  11. An ‘Open Source’ VLE • You download licence & software • Installed on your server • Your administrator configures interface and user accounts

  12. ‘A Home-grown VLE’ • You develop, maintain & support software yourself.. • Installed on your server • Your administrator configures interface and user accounts

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