Learning Management System

Introduction Software application or Web-based technology used to plan, implement, and assess a specific learning process Provides an instructor with a way to create and deliver content, monitor student participation, and assess student performance May also provide students with the ability to use interactive features such as threaded discussions, video conferencing, and discussion forums

MOODLE

What is Moodle? The world's open source learning platform provides LMS solutions for all business sizes excels in collaboration between students and teachers, which helps in knowledge sharing and making sure everyone gets their questions answered Of all LMS software, it ranks far above average in terms of collaborative features supported by an active network of certified Moodle Partners to assist with support and an active community of developers, users and supporters.

Instruction Methods e-Learning, Interactive Courses, Multimedia, Virtual Classroom Collaboration Features Blogs, File Exchange, Live Chat, Wikis Assessment Methods Skills Tracking, Testing

Features Modern, easy to use interface Designed to be responsive and accessible, the Moodle interface is easy to navigate on both desktop and mobile devices. Personalized Dashboard Organize and display courses the way you want, and view at a glance current tasks and messages. Collaborative tools and activities Work and learn together in forums, wikis, glossaries, database activities, and much more.

Contd… Convenient file management Drag and drop files from cloud storage services including MS Skydrive, Dropbox and Google Drive. Simple and intuitive text editor Format text and conveniently add media and images with an editor that works across all web browsers and devices. Track progress Educators and learners can track progress and completion with an array of options for tracking individual activities or resources and at course level.

eBackpack

What is eBackpack? Provides LMS solutions for small/medium businesses Excels in instruction features, which allows you to teach students in a variety of ways Ranks among the best in terms of instruction methods Platform: Online, Mobile Application - Assign, Collect, Review, Annotate, and Return student work easily with eBackpack or distribute Assessments, tests, and quizzes

Instruction Methods Blended Learning, e-Learning, Interactive Courses, Multimedia, Self-Paced, Virtual Classroom Collaboration Features Discussion Forum, File Exchange, Note Sharing, Whiteboard, Internal Messaging

Features Classroom Announcements A space for classroom specific announcements, informing students of when a faculty uploads a new assignment, adds a new test or makes any modification to an existing document. Syllabus A feature where instructors make the class syllabus and timelines available. Students will automatically be notified if the instructor makes any changes to these documents. Assignments A secure space where faculty uploads assignments for which students can directly submit their responses

Contd… Result A single confidential space where assignments and exam result can be uploaded by faculty and viewed by the respective student. Attendance The attendance section allows instructors to mark attendance online, and students to view their own attendance records. The instructor can also download the attendance into an excel worksheet, so that they can be submitted to the college. Course Documents A single place where all supplemental course documents are available, such as reading lists, presentations, assignment answer keys, exam preparation materials and examples of student’s work.