1. A quest for the perfect platform. A Labyrinth of leads.

2.  Terminology  E-learning  CBT ( Computer-Based Training-CD-ROM ), IBT ( Internet-Based Training ) or WBT ( Web-Based Training )  Asynchronous Learning  Synchronous Learning  Face-to-Face Learning  Blended Learning, Hybrid Learning  Purely online - no face-to- face meetings  Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)  Learning Management System (LMS)  Learning Platform  Course Management System  Live Lessons  Personal Learning Environment (PLE)

3.  e-learning Delivery Methods StyleDelivery Method PrintE-text, textbooks, e-zines Videostreaming video, video tape, satellite transmission, cable AudioStreaming audio, audio tape, podcasting AssessmentElectronic, interactive, paper CommunicationAsynchronous- e-mail,, threaded discussion, weblogs, Forums, Wikis Synchronous- chat, Instant Messaging, videoconferencing, teleconferencing

4.   Coordinated Approach and Common Mission  Determine Essential Components  Technical Considerations  Pedagogical Considerations  Economic Considerations Selecting a Virtual Learning Environment

5.   *Blackboard Collaborate 11 NEW! July 2011 http://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Collaborate/Services/Learning-Services.aspx http://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Collaborate/Services/Learning-Services.aspx  *Elluminate http://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Collaborate/Services/Learning- Services.aspxhttp://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Collaborate/Services/Learning- Services.aspx  Ivocalize - https://www.ivocalize.com/support/?p=233 https://www.ivocalize.com/support/?p=233  Adobe LiveLesson  Go to Training https://www3.gotomeeting.com/en_US/m/g2mab_More2LMlp.tmpl https://www3.gotomeeting.com/en_US/m/g2mab_More2LMlp.tmpl  Microsoft Live Meeting http://www.microsoft.com/UC/LMOC/LMOC.html?product=LM&locale=en%2Dus&page=0& status=open http://www.microsoft.com/UC/LMOC/LMOC.html?product=LM&locale=en%2Dus&page=0& status=open  Moodle http://demo.moodle.net/ http://demo.moodle.net/  Sloodle http://www.sloodle.org/moodle/ http://www.sloodle.org/moodle/  *Angel http://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Learn/Products/Blackboard-Learn/ANGEL-Edition.aspx http://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Learn/Products/Blackboard-Learn/ANGEL-Edition.aspx  Claroline http://www.claroline.net/about-claroline.html http://www.claroline.net/about-claroline.html  Atutor http://atutor.ca/atutor/ http://atutor.ca/atutor/ Options

6.   Epals http://www.corp.epals.com/products/ http://www.corp.epals.com/products/  Google Plus http://www.google.com/intl/en-US/+/demo/ http://www.google.com/intl/en-US/+/demo/  Edusim http://edusim3d.com/ http://edusim3d.com/  *WebCT  Bodington http://bodington.org/ http://bodington.org/  Sakai http://sakaiproject.org/ http://sakaiproject.org/  Desire2Learn Learning Environment http://www.desire2learn.com/demos/learningenvironment/ http://www.desire2learn.com/demos/learningenvironment/ Options

7.   Should not dictate approach to learning  Tailored to needs, pedagogy, collaborate e-learning vision  Teachers should not have to worry about technology -focus on innovative course development  Engaging, interactive and transparent for students  Built in assessment to determine effectiveness Quality Control of VLE