1. Learning Management System General awareness presentation by Ur Edge Private Limited Technology in Education Topics

2. What is Learning Management System or LMS? LMS is a software system that supports teaching and learning in an educational setting. It is used for course content sharing, discussions, assessments and grade management

3. Features of LMS Uploading of Content Word/powerpoint/excel/PDF Video Internet links Communication Forum Messaging Blogs Surveys Return of Students’ work Assignments Quizzes Assessment Self/peer assessment Automatic assessment Student Administration Student class management Attendance Grades Grade book Progress tracking

4. Simple to add and share Course content

5. Blended Learning LMS is increasingly being used to supplement face-to-face class room activities, leading to Blended Learning

6. Is it for my institution? Don’t get bogged down with complicated technical jargon Just ask:  Will it improve learning for students  How we can use such a tool to achieve better results

7. AIM of using LMS  The learning platform should be pervasive but not intrusive.  Student learning should not be tied to a class room environment.  Students should continue their learning as and when they are ready.

8. Self teaching  Self teaching is a real phenomenon – see the famous “Hole in the Wall” Video here in which slum children teach themselves English and complicated topics without any formal teacher. Image courtesy: YouTube

9. Benefits of LMS for students Access to calendar with relevant events onlyAccess to Homework diary and gradesAccess to Class Room LecturesAccess to Lecture slidesAccess to summaries of topicsAccess to Class Notes

10. More advantages Ability to catch up on classes missedAccess to video lectures of international scholarsAccess to multimedia resourcesAccess to discussion forumsAccess to collaborative tools to work together on projectsAccess to on-line practice tests and instant feedback

11. Moreover use it to improve engagement  Remember LMS is not just a collection of resources like library books or CD of past papers.  Use it to,  Encourage discussions  Share resources and ideas  Allow students to learn and teach

12. Credits  This information is provided for public utilization by Ur Edge Private Limited which is a leading educational technology company in Pakistan.  If you need more information about this topic or technological solutions related to educational management and learning management, please contact us at shahab@uredge-inc.com.shahab@uredge-inc.com  Follow us on Twitter - @UrEdgePvtLtd