Digital Tool 7- Learning Management Systems (LMS)



Learning Management Systems (LMS) is a software package that enables the management of resources and learning content to students. Most LMS systems are web based allow users to access the systems anywhere, anytime. The most comprehensive LMS systems will allow skill- gap analysis, planning, certifications, virtual live classrooms and resource allocation. Most LMS systems permit learners self service, facilitating for access to course and self enrolment ( Network Dictionary, 2004-2010). Having experience with LMS systems using blackboard and moodle I can see the extreme benefits and functionality of the system. At first it may seem a little daunting to navigate around, but with little time the LMS system caters for learners and administrative demands twenty four hours a day. This clever system offers students assessment calenders, course content and profiles, student forums allowing for a collaborative online classroom environments and many other opportunities. One negative aspect to this system could be the extensive information provided. As a online source I personally find it daunting to read pages and pages of writing online and much prefer if the text is on paper.

Within the classroom the LMS system would facilitate for a professional and informative online classroom. Offering communication between the many stakeholders involved the LMS system would offer resources, a collaborative environment, learning support, calenders, upcoming events, core learning content and contact information. In the future I will be incorporating this system into my classroom as i think it is essential for the 21st century learner.

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