Learning Management Systems

Introductory Videos

Introduction to Learning Management Systems (watch on YouTube) David Joyner Jun 6, 2016 David Joyner introduces Learning Management Systems as part of Technologies. Joyner, D. & Udacity. (2016, June 6). Technologies: Learning Management Systems Introductory Video. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdBEU2HzQfY

Introductory Resources

What is an LMS (Learning Management System)? Ryan Goodrich Jul 12, 2013 Mindflash is a software company selling Learning Management System (LMS) products to diversified industries. This resource describes the purpose and capabilities of and LMS. Goodrich, R. (2014). What is an LMS (Learning Management System)?. Business News Daily. Retrieved from: http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/4772-learning-management-system.html. April 10, 2017.

Selecting a Learning Management System from an Academic Perspective Clayton Wright, Valerie Lopes, T. Montgomerie, Sunday Reju, Seb Schmoller Apr 21, 2014 The article discusses the importance of including all stakeholders in the selection of a Learning Management System: students, faculty, administration, and IT. Wright, C. R., Lopes, V., Montgomerie, T. C., Reju, S. A., & Schmoller, S. (2014). Selecting a learning management system: Advice from an academic perspective. EDUCAUSE Review Online.

Learning Management System LMS Fundamentals Aaron Quigley Jun 2, 2014 The course reviews the basics of Learning Management Systems: what they are, how they can be used, the common LMS on the market (2014), and the common elements in each system. This training course requires access to Lynda.com. Quiqley, A. (2017). Learning Management System (LMS) Fundamentals. Lynda.com. http://www.lynda.com/Education-LMS-tutorials/Learning-Management-System-LMS-Fundamentals/156622-2.html. June 2, 2014.

Field Guide for Learning Management Systems Ryan K. Ellis Dec 1, 2009 This content identifies different approaches to creating an Learning Management System (LMS). It also provides some statistics from a 2009 survey asking respondents to identify reasons for implementing an LMS in their organization. ASTD is now called Association for Talent Development. Their main web page is https://www.td.org Ellis, R. (Editor). (2009). Learning Circuit's Field Guide for Learning Management Systems. American Society for Training & Development (ASTD).

Learning Management System Various Apr 10, 2017 EduTech Wiki is a collection of educational technology information. This link is for the entry on Learning Management Systems. Various. (2017). Learning Management System. EduTech Wiki. Retrieved from: http://edutechwiki.unige.ch/en/Learning_management_system. April 10, 2017.

Learning Management System Various Apr 10, 2017 Wikipedia is an open encyclopedia. This link is for the entry for a list of Learning Management Systems. Various. (2017). Learning Management System. wikipedia. Retrieved from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_learning_management_systems. April 10, 2017.

Learning Management System Various Apr 10, 2017 Wikipedia is an open encyclopedia. This link is for the entry on Learning Management Systems. Various. (2017). Learning Management System. wikipedia. Retrieved from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Learning_management_system. April 10, 2017.

What is an LMS? Apr 10, 2017 Mindflash is a software company selling Learning Management System (LMS) products to diversified industries. This resource describes the purpose and capabilities of and LMS. Mindflash. (2017). What is an LMS?. Retrieved from: https://www.mindflash.com/learning-management-systems/what-is-an-lms/. April 10, 2017.

Scholarly Readings

A critical examination of the effects of learning management systems on university teaching and learning Hamish Coates, Richard James, Gabrielle Baldwin Mar 1, 2005 This paper critically examines the ways Learning Management Systems have changed the on-campus learning experience for students. Coates, H., James, R., & Baldwin, G. (2005). A critical examination of the effects of learning management systems on university teaching and learning. Tertiary Education & Management, 11(1), 19-36.

What is an LMS? Christian Dalsgaard Jan 1, 2006 Argues the necessity of moving e-learning beyond Learning Management Systems and engage students in an active use of the web as a resource in their learning activities. Dalsgaard, C. (2006). Social software: E-learning beyond learning management systems. European Journal of Open, Distance and E-Learning, 9(2). Retrieved from: http://www.eurodl.org/materials/contrib/2006/Christian_Dalsgaard.htm. Publication date unknown.

A critical examination of the effects of learning management systems on university teaching and learning Jeremy Kemp, Daniel Livingstone Aug 20, 2006 This paper examines the pros and cons of integrating multi-user virtual environments with Learning Management Systems. The link goes to a book which contains additional information about other projects from the Proceedings. Kemp, J., & Livingstone, D. (2006, August). Putting a Second Life “metaverse” skin on learning management systems. In Proceedings of the Second Life education workshop at the Second Life community convention (Vol. 20). CA, San Francisco: The University of Paisley.

An open IMS-based user modelling approach for developing adaptive learning management systems Jesus G. Boticario, Olga C. Santos Feb 1, 2007 This paper compares the user experience of two popular Learning Management Systems of the time: Blackboard and Moodle. Boticario, J. G., & Santos, O. C. (2007). An Open IMS-based user modelling approach for developing adaptive learning management systems. Journal of Interactive Media in Education.

Providing Adaptive Courses in Learning Management Systems with Respect to Learning Styles Sabine Graf, Kinshuk Sep 1, 2007 The focus of the paper is adaptive learning strategies for Learning Management Systems. Graf, S., & Kinshuk. (2007). Providing adaptive courses in learning management systems with respect to learning styles. In Proceedings of the world conference on e-learning in corporate, government, healthcare, and higher education (e-Learn) (pp. 2576-2583).

Blackboard vs. Moodle: Comparing user experience of learning management systems Michael Machado, Eric Tao Oct 1, 2007 This paper compares the user experience of two popular Learning Management Systems of the time: Blackboard and Moodle. Machado, M., & Tao, E. (2007, October). Blackboard vs. Moodle: Comparing user experience of learning management systems. In Frontiers In Education Conference-Global Engineering: Knowledge Without Borders, Opportunities Without Passports, 2007. FIE'07. 37th Annual (pp. S4J-7). IEEE.

Web 2.0, personal learning environments, and the future of learning management systems Niall Sclater Jun 24, 2008 This paper from Niall Sclater at Open University discusses the importance of including communications features available because of Web 2.0 in Learning Management Systems. Sclater, N. (2008). Web 2.0, personal learning environments, and the future of learning management systems. Research bulletin, 13(13), 1-13.

Providing Adaptive Courses in Learning Management Systems with Respect to Learning Styles Sabine Graf, Kinshuk, Tzu-Chien Liu Jul 1, 2008 The paper presents the results of a study about the use of learning style theory and learning management systems to improve student learning outcomes. Graf, S., Kinshuk., & Liu, T. C. (2008, July). Identifying learning styles in learning management systems by using indications from students' behaviour. In Advanced Learning Technologies, 2008. ICALT'08. Eighth IEEE International Conference on (pp. 482-486). IEEE.

Saving time or innovating practice: Investigating perceptions and uses of Learning Management Systems Steven Lonn, Stephanie D. Teasley Apr 7, 2009 The paper analyzes the uses and perceived benefits of using a Learning Management System (LMS) at a large American Midwestern university. Lonn, S., & Teasley, S. D. (2009). Saving time or innovating practice: Investigating perceptions and uses of Learning Management Systems. Computers & Education, 53(3), 686-694.

An argument for clarity: what are learning management systems, what are they not, and what should they become? William R. Watson, Sunnie Lee Watson Apr 7, 2009 Describes Learning Management Systems' functions and references criteria defined by ASTD in 2005. The ASTD file is referenced content on this site under Learning Management Systems/Introductory Resources. Watson, W. R., & Watson, S. L. (2007). What are learning management systems, what are they not, and what should they become. TechTrends, 51(2), 29.

Biographies

Christian Dalsgaard Google Scholar Apr 10, 2017 Associate professor, Aarhus University Verified email at imv.au.dk (2017-04-10) Google Scholar. (n.d.) Christian Dalsgaard. Retrieved from: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&q=Christia+Dalsgaard&btnG=&as_sdt=1%2C23&as_sdtp=&search_plus_one=form

Sabine Graf Google Scholar Apr 10, 2017 Associate Professor, Athabasca University Technology Enhanced Learning, Adaptive Learning Systems, Learning Analytics, User Modeling, Mobile Learning Verified email at athabascau.ca (2017-04-10) Homepage - http://sgraf.athabascau.ca/ Google Scholar. (n.d.) Sabine Graf. Retrieved from: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Pl8tpZwAAAAJhl=en&oi=sra

Sofia Balula Dias Google Scholar Apr 10, 2017 Post-Doc researcher, Universidade de Lisboa Verified email at fmh.ulisboa.pt (2017-04-10) Subjects: Blended/Collaborative-learning analysis, Learning Management Systems, Intelligent modelling of learning processes Google Scholar. (n.d.) Sofia Balula Dias. Retrieved from: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=o6uxdKgAAAAJ&hl=en

Ongoing Projects

Blackboard Apr 10, 2017 Product landing page for Blackboard, a Learning Management System. Blackboard Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: http://www.blackboard.com/learning-management-system/blackboard-learn.aspx. April 10, 2017.

Canvas Apr 10, 2017 Product landing page for the Canvas Learning Management System. Canvas Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: https://www.canvaslms.com/. April 10, 2017.

Desire2Learn Apr 10, 2017 Edmodo is a Learning Management System emphasizing competency-based education. Desire2Learn Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: https://www.d2l.com/. April 10, 2017.

Edmodo Apr 10, 2017 Edmodo is an Learning Management System integrated with Google Classroom, Microsoft OneNote, and Microsoft Office. Edmodo Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: https://www.edmodo.com/. April 10, 2017.

Google Classroom Apr 10, 2017 Google Classroom is a Learning Management System from Google. Google Classroom Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: https://classroom.google.com. April 10, 2017.

Learning Management System Various Apr 10, 2017 Wikipedia is an open encyclopedia. This link is for the entry for a list of Learning Management Systems. Various. (2017). Learning Management System. wikipedia. Retrieved from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_learning_management_systems. April 10, 2017.

Litmos Apr 10, 2017 Product landing page for Litmos, a Learning Management System also used by corporations for training. Litmos Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: http://www.litmos.com/. April 10, 2017.

Moodle Apr 10, 2017 Moodle is an Open Source Learning Management System. Moodle Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: https://moodle.org/. April 10, 2017.

Sakai Apr 10, 2017 Product landing page for the Sakai Learning Management System, the basis for T-Square. Sakai Learning Management System. (n.d.) Retrieved from: https://sakaiproject.org/. April 10, 2017.

In the Media

Pearson and Google Jump Into Learning Management With a New, Free System Josh Fischman Oct 13, 2011 This is an article in a trade e-zine about the creation of OpenClass, a free LMS, and Google Apps for Education. Fischman, J. (2011). Pearson and Google Jump Into Learning Management With a New, Free System. The Chronicle of Higher Education. October 13, 2011. Retrieved from: http://www.chronicle.com/blogs/wiredcampus/pearson-and-google-jump-into-learning-management-systems/33636

Study Ranks Accessibility of Top Learning Management Systems Dian Schaffhauser May 13, 2013 This article reports a University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign study published in March 2013 assessing the capabilities of Learning Management Systems. Four major LMSs were reviewed: Blackboard, Moodle, Desire2Learn, and Sakai. Schaffhauser, D. (2013). Study Ranks Accessibility of Top Learning Management Systems. The Higher Education Journal. May 13, 2013. Retrieved from: https://thejournal.com/articles/2013/05/13/study-ranks-accessibility-of-top-learning-management-systems.aspx

Learning Management Systems (LMS) Market Worth $7.83 Billion by 2018 Forecasted in MarketsandMarkets Recent Report Markets and Markets Oct 29, 2013 This article provides eLearning Industry's 20 best learning management systems. It is a 2017 update of the original 2014 publication. Markets and Markets. (2013). Learning Management Systems (LMS) Market Worth $7.83 Billion by 2018 Forecasted in MarketsandMarkets Recent Report. Marketwire. October 29, 2013. Retrieved from: http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/learning-management-systems-lms-market-worth-783-billion-2018-forecasted-marketsandmarkets-1845977.htm

Blackboard Acquires MyEdu to Retool the LMS Tony Wan Jan 15, 2014 This article discusses Blackboard's acquisition of MyEdu, an Austin, TX-based venture capital backed company in an attempt to improve it's own existing LMS system. At the time, Blackboard had 75% of the higher-ed market and 50% of the K-12 districts. Wan, T. (2014). Blackboard Acquires MyEdu to Retool the LMS. Ed Surge. January 15, 2014. Retrieved from: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2014-01-15-blackboard-acquires-myedu-to-retool-the-lms

The 20 Best Learning Management Systems (2017 Update) Christopher Pappas Jan 18, 2014 This article provides eLearning Industry's 20 best learning management systems. It is a 2017 update of the original 2014 publication. Pappas, C. (2014). The 20 Best Learning Management Systems (2017 Update). eLearning Industry. January 18, 2014. Retrieved from: https://elearningindustry.com/the-20-best-learning-management-systems

The Red Hot Market for Learning Management Systems Josh Bersin Aug 28, 2014 This is an article in a trade e-zine about the creation of OpenClass, a free LMS, and Google Apps for Education. Bersin, J. (2011). The Red Hot Market for Learning Management Systems. Forbes. August 28, 2014. Retrieved from: https://www.forbes.com/sites/joshbersin/2014/08/28/the-red-hot-market-for-learning-technology-platforms/#308368b747bb

Iowa College Adopts New LMS To Move Beyond 'Managing' Learning Dian Schaffhauser Jan 29, 2015 Kirwood Community College replaces its legacy Learning Management System with Desire2Learn's Brightspace. The new LMS is intended to aid learning rather than merely managing. Analytics were also included in the purchase. Schaffhauser, D. (2015). Iowa College Adopts New LMS To Move Beyond 'Managing' Learning. The Higher Education Journal. May 13, 2013. Retrieved from: https://campustechnology.com/Articles/2015/01/29/Iowa-College-Adopts-New-LMS-To-Move-Beyond-Managing-Learning.aspx

Techniques for Unleashing Student Work from Learning Management Systems Mindshift Feb 13, 2015 This article provides eLearning Industry's 20 best learning management systems. It is a 2017 update of the original 2014 publication. Mindshift. (2015). Techniques for Unleashing Student Work from Learning Management Systems. KQED. February 13, 2015. Retrieved from: http://ww2.kqed.org/mindshift/2015/02/13/techniques-for-unleashing-student-work-from-learning-management-systems/

What Reviews Reveal about Online Learning Tony Wan Jun 13, 2015 "What do course reviews suggest about what it takes to create a compelling online learning experience for students? CourseTalk, a “Yelp for MOOCs” company founded in 2012 (and acquired by AcademixDirect in 2013), has tallied more than 74,000 user ratings for over 7,500 courses from 46 providers to get a glimpse of what students are saying." Wan, T. (2015). What Reviews Reveal about Online Learning. edsurge.com. June 13, 2015. Retrieved April 14, 2017 from: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2015-06-13-what-reviews-reveal-about-online-learning

7 Tips for Selecting a Learning Management System Elena Tikhomirova, Alexey Korolkov Jul 20, 2015 Provides some industry e-zine pointers for selecting a Learning Management System. Tikhomirova, E., & Korolkov, A. (2015). 7 Tips for Selecting a Learning Management System. eLearning Industry. July 20, 2015. Retrieved from: https://elearningindustry.com/7-tips-selecting-learning-management-system