C822: Learning Tools Interoperability: The Importance of Open Standards to Support Fully Integrated Digital Innovation Rob Abel, EdD Chief Executive IMS Global Learning Consortium rabel@imsglobal.org Melissa Carr Director of Technology & Innovation Volusia County Schools mcarr@volusia.k12.fl.us @LearningImpact Maurice Draggon Director, Instructional Management System Orange County Public Schools maurice.draggon@ocps.net Tony Hunter Chief Information Officer Broward County Schools tony.hunter@browardschools.com

The Challenge & The Opportunity The future is Now: Leveraging digital curriculum resources & tools to improve instruction & outcomes

Evolution or Revolution? Plug & Play Interoperability Tech Integration Strategy Improved Experience & Outcomes Somewhat Usability Insights Productive Technology Experience Interoperability is the Foundation of Purposeful and fully functional NGDL Let me explain further how we get to the top right Better Experiences & Better Outcomes Center of Excellence: Pushing the envelope on the application of technology to improve the experience and outcomes What is going to get us collectively to the top right? - Research Instructional Integration Strategy Interoperable EdTech Ecosystem Achieving Educational Objectives Differentiated Student Centered Engaging @LearningImpact

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Typical District Starting Points Learning Content & Apps IMS Open Standards: LTI® Thin Common Cartridge® OneRoster™ Data Sync for Authorization & Outcomes Seamless, Secure Launch w/in Learning Env Context LEARNING PLATFORM/ PORTAL/LOR SCHOOL DISTRICT DATA

IMS Standards 101 OneRoster & Learning Information Services (LIS) - Enables authorization of and data exchange among teaching and learning applications and student information systems; allowing student data, class data and outcomes to move seamlessly between systems. Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) - Establishes a more efficient/effective/secure way of integrating rich learning applications with platforms like learning management systems, portals, or other educational environments. Common Cartridge (CC) / Thin CC – Enables modular searching and access to digital course or e-book materials, including assessments and discussion forums, for use in online learning environment or learning object repositories. Also used as an LMS export format to enable transition to a new platform of LMS developed/stored resources.   Question and Test Interoperability (QTI)- Enables interoperability of assessment items, tests and assessment results, including support for accessible digital assessments. Caliper Analytics (Caliper Framework & Sensor API)- Enables interoperability of a wide range of data capturing interaction of users with digital learning tools, content and platforms. Competency Framework, Open Badges for Education, extended Transcript- Enables interoperability of learning standards for tagging learning resources and competencies for designating student achievement via e-transcript and/or open badges.

C822: Learning Tools Interoperability: The Importance of Open Standards to Support Fully Integrated Digital Innovation Rob Abel, EdD Chief Executive IMS Global Learning Consortium rabel@imsglobal.org Melissa Carr Director of Technology & Innovation Volusia County Schools mcarr@volusia.k12.fl.us Maurice Draggon Director, Instructional Management System Orange County Public Schools maurice.draggon@ocps.net Tony Hunter Chief Information Officer Broward County Schools tony.hunter@browardschools.com

Creating the Future EdTech Ecosystem Together! May 16 – 19, 2017 | Denver, Colorado K-12 Curriculum and Technology District Leaders seeking innovative solutions to the challenges of evolving to student-centered learning are invited to join a vital community of education and technology leaders from around the world working together to advance progress towards Creating the Future EdTech Ecosystem Together! Program Highlights Plenary sessions presented by recognized industry leaders through a series of vibrant 15-minute lightning talks K-12 Summit on Enabling Student Centered Learning 70+ breakout sessions by institutions sharing experiences and plans for transitioning to integrated digital curriculum Additional Details and to Register – www.imsglobal.org/lili2017

IMS Webinar Series: Leading the Evolution to Student-Centered Learning Using Digital Learning Resources, Tools and Environments Hear from educational leaders at school districts across the U.S. that are evolving toward student-centered learning based on open standards Webinar 1: Making the Move to Student-Centered Learning – A Roadmap to Success Webinar 2: Taking the First Steps to Student-Centered Learning Webinar 3: Making Digital Content Discoverable Webinar 4: Ensuring Student-Centered Learning is at the Heart of Every Procurement Decision Webinar 5: Closing the Gaps to Improve Student-Centered Learning Webinar 6: Accelerating Adoption of Digital Curriculum for Student-Centered Learning Webinar 7: Collaboration and Innovation – Cultivating a Marketplace of Plug & Play Tools for Student-Centered Learning Webinar Series Kicks Off Week of February 13, 2017 Additional Details and to Register: https://www.imsglobal.org/events