1. Comp 20 - Training & Instructional Design
Unit 7a - Learning Management Systems
This material was developed by Columbia University, funded by the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology under Award Number 1U24OC

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Learning Objectives
Describe the basic functions and technologies in Learning Management Systems (LMS), Content Management Systems (CMS), Reusable Learning Objectives (RLO), and Learning Content Management Systems (LCMS)
Identify the role of standards and open source initiatives in online learning
Describe why an instructional designer would SCORM
Gives 2 approaches to modify e-learning content to meet Section 508 Compliance guidelines
Build a training program in an LMS using appropriate standards for online learning
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3. INTRODUCTION: COMPARISON OF VARIOUS LEARNING SYSTEMS
LMS/CDM/RLO/LCMS
INTRODUCTION: COMPARISON OF VARIOUS LEARNING SYSTEMS
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4. WHAT IS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM?
LMS
WHAT IS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM?
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LMS Definition
A learning management system (LMS) is a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, and reporting of training programs, classroom and online events, and training content
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6. The Basic Functions of an LMS
Learner registration
Creating schedule of recommended or required courses
Tracking learners participation in courses
Testing learners
Facilitating online discussions
Creating reports on individual or groups of learners
Processing fees and payments for courses
Scheduling training sessions and courses
Managing blended learning
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7. WHAT IS A CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM?
CMS
WHAT IS A CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM?
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8. CMS Features Online posting of course material Learner assessment
Discussion forum
Communication
Drop boxes for student files
Reporting usage statistics
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RLO
LEARNING OBJECTS
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10. What Makes a Reusable Learning Object (RLO)?
Objective
Learning activity (body of the RLO, select instructional strategy)
Navigation
Assessment
Tags
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How Do You Use a RLO?
Each object must communicate to the learner using a standard approach
The object should be able to stand alone
Movement between objects is controlled by the LMS
Each object must be labeled so systems and user can find content
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12. Examples of Learning Objects
Flash and Captivate
Articulate
Camtasia
Softchalk
Standalone Content Creation Tools
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13. Examples of Learning Objects (cont.)
Video learning objects
Mini lectures
Demonstration
Interviews
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14. Examples of Learning Objects (cont.)
Purchase off-the-shelf RLO
Sharing RLO
MERLOT Multimedia Educational Resource for Learning and Online Teaching
Wisc-Online
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15. WHAT IS A LEARNING CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM?
LCMS
WHAT IS A LEARNING CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM?
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Features of a LCMS
Quickly design & distribute training
Learners can access the training any time & in small amounts spread across time
System can recommend additional training based on the learner’s performance or interests
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17. Disadvantages of Learning Systems
High implementation cost
Integration to other systems
Training on how to use the system
Obsolesce
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