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#1: Dokeos presents a user-friendly display with a variety of options and a nifty infographic feature – the “ Mindmap .” . The Dokeos “ mindmap ” offers a unique visual map for the student . . #10: Blackboard offers the most extensive array of options, but navigation is labyrinthine. .
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#1: Dokeos presents a user-friendly display with a variety of options and a nifty infographic feature – the “Mindmap.”
The Dokeos “mindmap” offers a unique visual map for the student .
#10: Blackboard offers the most extensive array of options, but navigation is labyrinthine.
#14: ILIAS is text-heavy and offers neither a clear course path nor an easily navigable menu.
#5: With the ability to adjust visuals and font size, ATutor gets high marks for meeting the needs of the visually impaired.
#11: Joomlais generous with space but at the expense of navigation via numerous tiny icons.
#7: Chamilohas an extensive list of features and an emphasis on community and collaboration.
#3: Doceboalso presents a clean interface, but lacks consistency among its pages and some features were hard to access.
#2: Clarolinewas among the most functionaland visually appealing platforms sampled, and had all the features expected in a good LMS.
#13: Moodleis a versatile LMS that suffers from a busy, distracting interface …
(Although really, Moodle’s biggest flaw may just be its “golden arches” logo.)
#12: Sakai’s strength lies in its practical, professional layout.
#4: eFrontkeeps its information well-grouped and easily accessible, from content to discussions to grades.
#8: Canvas conveniently arranges menus and content in columns, though its discussions and gradebook were not as well laid out.
#9: WebTycho is a no-frills platform which performs admirably.
#6: ANGEL is practical and offers most options courseware needs. The system is slow, however, and setup can be cumbersome.