The learning management system (LMS) or virtual learning environment (VLE)) has become the default core component of any blended and online learning. While LMSs/VLEs typically share the common purpose of managing and administering learning and assessment activities, their individual features and functions of each platforms can vary widely. With hundreds of different LMSs/VLEs to choose from, selecting the right one requires a clear understanding of what key features and functionalities which are needed by all key stakeholders using the LMS/VLE. This session will outline the processes needed to ensure that you choose the right LMS/VLE. This will be done through a comparison of popular LMSs/VLEs, such as Moodle and Blackboard, together with corporate and integrated LMS/VLE options
ELearning Excellence awards - Vodafone Learning - Nine LanternsNine Lanterns
Nine Lanterns were nominated for an eLearning Association Excellence 'Systems & Apps' Award. This is an overview of the project for Vodafone Australia.
An introduction to the trends in digital learning that are seeing at Sprout Labs and an introduction to some some tools that we use to enable these new approaches.
ELearning Excellence awards - Vodafone Learning - Nine LanternsNine Lanterns
Nine Lanterns were nominated for an eLearning Association Excellence 'Systems & Apps' Award. This is an overview of the project for Vodafone Australia.
An introduction to the trends in digital learning that are seeing at Sprout Labs and an introduction to some some tools that we use to enable these new approaches.
Enter the limitless world of e-learning with eCompany.pro Moby2 Ltd.
Why should you invest in developing eCompany.pro for your organisation?
Is eLearning a sustainable method of education for companies?
What more can eCompany.pro offer you and your business?
Find the answers to these and many more questions in this presentation.
Get passionate about your work with an improving performance
EdVIE is the flagship product from EnLume. EnLume is a silicon valley based IT services company started in 2004, with its roots in India. For Past many years, EnLume has been helping companies solve business problems by leveraging Cloud technologies.
Collaborative Decision-Making for Higher Education Learning Management SystemsMichael Wilder
By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:
Identify some of the important issues related to LMS administration;
List some of the key stakeholders;
Discuss strategies for forming a collaborative model of LMS governance.
Enhancing the assessment experience through closer integration between the SR...RichardM_Walker
Presentation on the customisation of the University of York's institutional virtual learning environment to support an anonymous e-marking workflow, based on closer integration with the student records system.
In this session, participants will see examples of custom features that can meet business requirements. You will learn what basic functions are needed in a learning management system, what the most-sought custom features are, and why there is dissatisfaction with LMS systems. Those who are in need of specific LMS features will get an idea of how they can be achieved.
Innovative Uses of In-video Assessments and Video Analytics for Blackboard an...Blackboard APAC
As video becomes an increasingly common content delivery type, the question arises how to take best advantage of this medium. Very important is how to know that learners actually *understand* what they watch, not just that they watch or how much they watch. The best way to do this is with in-video assessments, provided as part of the standard offering by Kaltura.
In this presentation we will discuss basic use models for in-video assessments, but also discuss more advanced uses, and how to turn OER video content, student-generated videos, and even imperfect video performances into valuable teaching moments.
Finally, we will discuss how video analytics can be generated, and evaluated, including using them for adaptive learning experiences.
Choosing a blog tool for large student numbers Unisa
The importance of web-logging as a teaching tool has been proven by various studies over the last few years. At the University of South Africa (Unisa) two weblog tools were used during different semesters to assist in teaching a first year programming language. A comparison was made from the learner, the facilitator and the technical viewpoint of these two weblog tools available at Unisa. This paper describes the practical considerations taken and decision-making processes followed when a choice between two web-logging tools was required. The aim is to consider factors that may affect the acceptance and use of weblog tools, and reasons why one works better than another in an Open Distance Learning (ODL) environment, especially for modules having student numbers in excess of three hundred.
The Solent experience - migration to Moodle and beyondJISC RSC Southeast
Presentation as delivered by The Solent LTU team at the RSC South East's e-Learning Fair 2007, focusing on their process of choosing and implementing a new virtual learning environment
This presentation was originally developed for a client in the early stages of selecting an LMS. They currently do very little e-learning, and their classroom training is all managed manually with spreadsheets and email. They maintain a PDF course catalog that is distributed via email every time updates are made. They are looking for ways to improve their processes and expand their offerings, and this presentation provides an introduction to how an LMS can solve some of their problems.
An exploration of pedagogical and technical use cases involving Kaltura video...Blackboard APAC
In this session, Grant Beevers, Senior Manager of the APAC Solutions Engineering team will explore a range of teaching and learning use cases which support the tight integration of the world’s leading video management solution, Kaltura, and Blackboard’s primary LMS solutions in Blackboard Learn and Moodlerooms.
Grant will take a fresh look at the 21st century campus to see how changes in video technology can ripple through every department, and provide insight into how hundreds of educational instructions around the world are incorporating video media into many of the day to day processes within the institution.
A description of what is going to happen to the assignment tool in QMplus when we upgrade to Moodle 2.6 in July 2014.
Presentation given at the E-Learning Unit event on June 11th 2014.
This webinar discusses
How Learning Management Systems have become an integral part of every organization, be it major corporations, mid or small sized companies.
A Blended Learning system can be implemented to achieve several organizational goals when integrated effectively with the various departments including HR, IT etc. Integration helps not only the organization but also the employees by providing seamless learning opportunities.
Its also explains different technologies involved & the complexity of implementation time and process associated with it. Also various opens source options followed by costs and infrastructure required.
Leveraging LMS for Blended Learning - The Asian PerspectiveUpsideLMS
Blended Learning allows organisations to mix different teaching materials and tools to provide a well rounded and integrated learning experience. View this presentation and discover the untapped potential of managing blended learning through an LMS.
The case study discusses how Tarams Technologies helped a leading micro-finance organization increase sales, by providing a cloud based Learning Management System for their training requirements.
The Learning Management System (LMS) landscape is changing quickly. Whether you are entering the market now as a first time user, or looking for a new one; there are many new features and functionalities to consider when looking for an LMS that will allow you to grow revenue through training, talent development and continued education. Save your seat today to learn about the top 7 must have features in a modern LMS.
The webinar will teach you:
- The top 7 must have LMS features in a modern LMS
- Ways to save LMS costs and how to get more for less
- The best strategies for finding an LMS that will grow as your organization does
- How to grow revenue with effective training
Enter the limitless world of e-learning with eCompany.pro Moby2 Ltd.
Why should you invest in developing eCompany.pro for your organisation?
Is eLearning a sustainable method of education for companies?
What more can eCompany.pro offer you and your business?
Find the answers to these and many more questions in this presentation.
Get passionate about your work with an improving performance
EdVIE is the flagship product from EnLume. EnLume is a silicon valley based IT services company started in 2004, with its roots in India. For Past many years, EnLume has been helping companies solve business problems by leveraging Cloud technologies.
Collaborative Decision-Making for Higher Education Learning Management SystemsMichael Wilder
By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:
Identify some of the important issues related to LMS administration;
List some of the key stakeholders;
Discuss strategies for forming a collaborative model of LMS governance.
Enhancing the assessment experience through closer integration between the SR...RichardM_Walker
Presentation on the customisation of the University of York's institutional virtual learning environment to support an anonymous e-marking workflow, based on closer integration with the student records system.
In this session, participants will see examples of custom features that can meet business requirements. You will learn what basic functions are needed in a learning management system, what the most-sought custom features are, and why there is dissatisfaction with LMS systems. Those who are in need of specific LMS features will get an idea of how they can be achieved.
Innovative Uses of In-video Assessments and Video Analytics for Blackboard an...Blackboard APAC
As video becomes an increasingly common content delivery type, the question arises how to take best advantage of this medium. Very important is how to know that learners actually *understand* what they watch, not just that they watch or how much they watch. The best way to do this is with in-video assessments, provided as part of the standard offering by Kaltura.
In this presentation we will discuss basic use models for in-video assessments, but also discuss more advanced uses, and how to turn OER video content, student-generated videos, and even imperfect video performances into valuable teaching moments.
Finally, we will discuss how video analytics can be generated, and evaluated, including using them for adaptive learning experiences.
Choosing a blog tool for large student numbers Unisa
The importance of web-logging as a teaching tool has been proven by various studies over the last few years. At the University of South Africa (Unisa) two weblog tools were used during different semesters to assist in teaching a first year programming language. A comparison was made from the learner, the facilitator and the technical viewpoint of these two weblog tools available at Unisa. This paper describes the practical considerations taken and decision-making processes followed when a choice between two web-logging tools was required. The aim is to consider factors that may affect the acceptance and use of weblog tools, and reasons why one works better than another in an Open Distance Learning (ODL) environment, especially for modules having student numbers in excess of three hundred.
The Solent experience - migration to Moodle and beyondJISC RSC Southeast
Presentation as delivered by The Solent LTU team at the RSC South East's e-Learning Fair 2007, focusing on their process of choosing and implementing a new virtual learning environment
This presentation was originally developed for a client in the early stages of selecting an LMS. They currently do very little e-learning, and their classroom training is all managed manually with spreadsheets and email. They maintain a PDF course catalog that is distributed via email every time updates are made. They are looking for ways to improve their processes and expand their offerings, and this presentation provides an introduction to how an LMS can solve some of their problems.
An exploration of pedagogical and technical use cases involving Kaltura video...Blackboard APAC
In this session, Grant Beevers, Senior Manager of the APAC Solutions Engineering team will explore a range of teaching and learning use cases which support the tight integration of the world’s leading video management solution, Kaltura, and Blackboard’s primary LMS solutions in Blackboard Learn and Moodlerooms.
Grant will take a fresh look at the 21st century campus to see how changes in video technology can ripple through every department, and provide insight into how hundreds of educational instructions around the world are incorporating video media into many of the day to day processes within the institution.
A description of what is going to happen to the assignment tool in QMplus when we upgrade to Moodle 2.6 in July 2014.
Presentation given at the E-Learning Unit event on June 11th 2014.
This webinar discusses
How Learning Management Systems have become an integral part of every organization, be it major corporations, mid or small sized companies.
A Blended Learning system can be implemented to achieve several organizational goals when integrated effectively with the various departments including HR, IT etc. Integration helps not only the organization but also the employees by providing seamless learning opportunities.
Its also explains different technologies involved & the complexity of implementation time and process associated with it. Also various opens source options followed by costs and infrastructure required.
Leveraging LMS for Blended Learning - The Asian PerspectiveUpsideLMS
Blended Learning allows organisations to mix different teaching materials and tools to provide a well rounded and integrated learning experience. View this presentation and discover the untapped potential of managing blended learning through an LMS.
The case study discusses how Tarams Technologies helped a leading micro-finance organization increase sales, by providing a cloud based Learning Management System for their training requirements.
The Learning Management System (LMS) landscape is changing quickly. Whether you are entering the market now as a first time user, or looking for a new one; there are many new features and functionalities to consider when looking for an LMS that will allow you to grow revenue through training, talent development and continued education. Save your seat today to learn about the top 7 must have features in a modern LMS.
The webinar will teach you:
- The top 7 must have LMS features in a modern LMS
- Ways to save LMS costs and how to get more for less
- The best strategies for finding an LMS that will grow as your organization does
- How to grow revenue with effective training
Lambda Solutions Webinar - Top 8 Features in an LMSLambda Solutions
The learning management system is quickly changing. Whether you’re in the market as a first-time user, or you’re looking to switch over to a new platform, there are a plethora of new features and functionalities to consider when looking for a modern LMS that will allow you to grow revenue through training, talent development, and continued education. Save your seat to learn about the 8 features a modern LMS should have.
You will learn about:
- The LMS market landscape today
- The top 8 must have LMS features in a modern LMS
- Ways to save LMS costs and how to get more for less
- The best strategies for finding an LMS that will grow with you
The use of Tin Can and Open Badges for learningEpic
Epic's Head of Platforms Mark Aberdour presents 'The use of Tin Can and Open Badges for learning' to a packed seminar at Learning Technologies Summer Forum.
The presentation gives an overview of quality management standards for learning, education and training, in particular for e-learning. It discusses the series of standards ISO/IEC 19796-1 and following.
E-learning goes mainstream: from e-learning to e-performanceclintos
E-learning is moving on from training delivery to blended workforce development solutions, integration in business systems and a growing role in performance support and management. Let's call that mainstreaming.
The slides to accompany a ScaffoldLMS webinar on E-Assessment held on 2nd December 2014 at 10am AEDT. The webinar recordings can be accessed from the Nine Lanterns website: http://www.ninelanterns.com.au/knowledge-hub/welcome-nine-lanterns-elearning-knowledge-hub/demand-webinars
Having an online social media profile is simply not enough when networking professionally online. You also need to social proof yourself by showcasing who you are without being too “in your face”.
Social proofing yourself is the act of sharing information online which people in your network find useful and interact with. This activity then creates a picture in people’s mind about the type of person (or business) you are which helps you build credibility.
What can I do with my eportfolio after formal education and training?Vanguard Visions
Research shows (Leeson, 2011) that learners are much more likely to engage in the use of an eportfolio to support their formal education and training if they know that they will be able to use their eportfolio for beyond their course. Thinking about how learners will be able to use and access their eportfolio beyond their studies is very important, but it also a difficult issue to solve for many institutions.
This hands-on workshop looked at why learners should be using their eportfolio beyond formal study and what they can do with their eportfolio. It also looked at how they can get their eportfolio out of a formal institution’s system and where they can house it. The workshop was a combination of ideas from the workshop facilitator’s experience, as well as draw on the questions and experiences of the participants in the workshop which will lead to new ideas, solutions and questions.
Digital technologies and environments such as mobile devices, social media and ‘the Cloud’ are not only changing the way people are interacting with your business but they can also transform the way you run your business. These digital tools can help you work smarter and help you grow your business at the same time.
But which digital tools do what, and how can you easily adopt them without having to be a computer nerd?
Allison Miller, e-Business mentor and consultant, shares the digital tools that she uses to run her home-based business smarter for the Northern Women's Business Network in Adelaide, South Australia
Increase student motivation (and reduce cheating) using Moodle and Mahara Vanguard Visions
Offering education and training online means that people who live outside your geographical area, who are time poor or who cannot get to regular classes, can get a chance to study. Online learning, however, can result in some students feeling isolated. It can also increase the risk of cheating, as it can be harder to get to know your online students in the same way than those you teach face-to-face.
A recent study identified that the best way to reduce cheating is to increase your students’ motivation and interest in their learning (Lang 2013 via Morris, 2014).
Increasing the intrinsic or ‘what’s in it for me (WIIFM)’ value of online learning provides a win-win situation for the online student, through more interaction with other people and a better learning experience as a result. This presentation will share how Mahara can increase the intrinsic motivation in your students and therefore reduce the chances of your students cheating.
Increase student motivation (and reduce cheating) using MaharaVanguard Visions
Offering education and training online means that people who live outside your geographical area, who are time poor or who cannot get to regular classes, can get a chance to study. Online learning, however, can result in some students feeling isolated. It can also increase the risk of cheating, as it can be harder to get to know your online students in the same way than those you teach face-to-face.
A recent study identified that the best way to reduce cheating is to increase your students’ motivation and interest in their learning (Lang 2013 via Morris, 2014). Increasing the intrinsic or ‘what’s in it for me (WIIFM)’ value of online learning provides a win-win situation for the online student, through more interaction with other people and a better learning experience as a result.
This presentation will share how Mahara can increase the intrinsic motivation in your students and therefore reduce the chances of your students cheating.
Top tips and techniques for getting started (or expanding) your flexible trai...Vanguard Visions
Learners are looking for flexible training options that allow them to learn anytime, any where and from any device. Designing and implementing flexible or blended learning programs can be challenging as they require trainers rethink their current training program.
These slides showcase some best practice examples of flexible learning design techniques which will allow you to get started (or benchmark) your existing flexible training program. You will walk away with some useful resources and some solid actions to kick start your flexible training program design process (or which will help you breath some life into your existing implementation).
Managing and measuring your social media activities using Hootsuite - October...Vanguard Visions
Social media sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter offer businesses an effective way of promoting their business online through building relationships with their target market and providing good customer service for their existing customers. However, people interact with these social media sites for different purposes, so a well-constructed and executed digital marketing strategy is important to ensure that the right message is posted at the right time. But who has the time to be in all of these spaces all of the time?
Use these slides to learn how you can maximise your time while managing and measuring your social media activities using Hootsuite.
Evidencing compliance of quality training and assessment (SNR 15) through e-l...Vanguard Visions
A vast majority of Australian RTOs are still struggling to demonstrate compliance of quality training and assessment (SNR 15) due to poor program design, trainers and assessors lacking the skills and expertise in conducting training and assessment, as well as ineffective validation and moderation processes (ASQA presentation at Skills Tasmania, Sept 2013). However, taking your training and assessment online often means you can better evidence your audit compliance requirements through the e-learning tools and processes which are used. Join this session to learn how using e-learning tools are enabling RTOs to effectively evidence their compliance of quality training and assessment.
Blogging brings you business - but how? - August 2014Vanguard Visions
Many businesses have their website in set and forget mode hoping this will be a useful digital shop front which will attract new business. Static websites may as well be invisible online, and they do not make the most of an expensive investment in terms of online customer service opportunities.
Blogging or having a ‘latest news’ section on a website means that your business can not only help your website flourish, it can bring their business’s personality alive to attract new business, and maintain existing business relationships.
This presentation demonstrates the power of blogging for your business to support your digital marketing strategies, as well as improve customer service strategies.
Don't let your business become digital road kill - 250614Vanguard Visions
Those businesses which are highly engaged online are twice as likely to be growing their revenue, however only small percentage of Australian small businesses are fully making the most of the internet.
This presentation covers how digital disruption is impacting Australian businesses, and help you understand can do to ensure your business is a digital survivor.
You will be encouraged to set yourself actions to further investigate key digital business strategies which will help you utilise the economic and social benefits of a digital economy to ensure that your business does not end up as digital road kill.
Just because you have a website, and hopefully a social media presence, doesn’t mean that people can easily find your business online. There are millions and millions of websites on the internet so how can website stand out from all of the others to attract customers to it?
You need to be regularly updating your website, undertaking simple steps which will increase your search engine optimisation (SEO), and using other online marketing techniques to be driving people there, but this requires careful consideration and planning.
These slides will help you plan your digital marketing approach to ensure you are driving customers to your website and making the most of your online business opportunities.
Top tips for running your business safely online - 030614Vanguard Visions
You know you should be doing more business online and in ‘the Cloud’ but you’re worried about being cyber-scammed.
This presentation explains why now is a good time to be doing business online, along with the top 10 tips for safely running your business online through a few simple and effective cyber-safety steps.
Creating and managing a WordPress business website - March 2014Vanguard Visions
Having a business website is a key component of a business’s marketing strategy in a digital economy, however, knowing where to get started and how to manage it can be a very daunting task. For a lot of small businesses, outsourcing the creation and management of their website just isn’t a viable option. To overcome this, a number of businesses are using simple to operate website platforms like WordPress.
These slides go through why so many people are using WordPress as a business website, and how to get started creating and setting up your WordPress business website.
Mahara Hui 14 - What to consider when introducing educators to Mahara - 200214Vanguard Visions
Eportfolios offer an excellent way for learners to manage and demonstrate their learning, however, they are not always the natural first choice e-learning tool for a lot of educators. This means introducing eportfolio systems like Mahara can be quite alien to a lot of educators. It requires careful planning and support to ensure educators can confidently and successfully incorporate Mahara into their teaching and assessment program. This presentation explains what you should consider when introducing Mahara to educators.
More and more workplaces are looking for effective ways to train their staff which doesn’t require them to travel long distances or being away from the organisation for long periods of time. Implementing workplace online training (iWOT) is a natural fit to meet this need, but not all training organisations have the knowledge, skills and experiences to make it happen.
This presentation provides an overview of what is required to implement, support and facilitate workplace online training based on case studies and resources already being used to support this type of training.
Top tips for protecting your business online (updated) Feb 14Vanguard Visions
You know you should be using more online business services in ‘the Cloud’ but you’re worried about being cyber-scammed?
This presentation provides you with the top tips of protecting your online business operations through a few simple and effective cyber-safety steps.
E-portfolios: It’s more than filing stuff in a shoebox - 040214Vanguard Visions
An e-portfolio is a learner-driven collection of digital objects demonstrating experiences, achievements and evidence of learning. So is this just a fancy way of saying it is about collecting documentation and evidence….in a shoe-box? In this webinar session, Allison shares her considerable experience with e-portfolios, explaining the basics of what they are, how to capture evidence, media/technology options and the best way to structure them. Find out how to get started on either an e-portfolio for yourself...or perhaps how to set them up for your own students
Managing Cloud Business Solutions Worksheets v2 Nov 13Vanguard Visions
Worksheets to support the "Managing Cloud Business Solutions" Digital Enterprise Workshop - http://www.slideshare.net/vanguardvisions/managing-cloud-business-solutions-updated-nov-13
Managing Cloud Business Solutions for Salisbury/Modbury Digital Enterprise Pr...Vanguard Visions
Using web-based business solutions in the Cloud offers your business greater efficiency, the ability to expand without the up-front costs, while being able to work from anywhere.
But:
what Cloud business solutions will best suit your business?
what Cloud security considerations should you be thinking about?
This interactive workshop will help you with implementing Cloud business solutions in your business.
This workshop will provide you with the top tips of protecting your online business operations through a few simple and effective cyber-safety steps.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
MATATAG CURRICULUM: ASSESSING THE READINESS OF ELEM. PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS I...NelTorrente
In this research, it concludes that while the readiness of teachers in Caloocan City to implement the MATATAG Curriculum is generally positive, targeted efforts in professional development, resource distribution, support networks, and comprehensive preparation can address the existing gaps and ensure successful curriculum implementation.
Delivering Micro-Credentials in Technical and Vocational Education and TrainingAG2 Design
Explore how micro-credentials are transforming Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) with this comprehensive slide deck. Discover what micro-credentials are, their importance in TVET, the advantages they offer, and the insights from industry experts. Additionally, learn about the top software applications available for creating and managing micro-credentials. This presentation also includes valuable resources and a discussion on the future of these specialised certifications.
For more detailed information on delivering micro-credentials in TVET, visit this https://tvettrainer.com/delivering-micro-credentials-in-tvet/
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
A workshop hosted by the South African Journal of Science aimed at postgraduate students and early career researchers with little or no experience in writing and publishing journal articles.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdf
Choosing the right learning management system (LMS) / virtual learning environment (VLE)
1. vanguardvisionsconsulting.com.au
Choosing the right learning
management system (LMS) / virtual
learning environment (VLE)
Allison Miller
Director, Vanguard Visions
14th Global Mindset conference on
Blended and Online Learning
Sydney - 25th August 2015
2. Is an LMS and VLE the same?
Learning
Management System
(LMS)
Corporate LMS
Behaviourist
approach
Trackable training
Totara, Saba
Learning@Work
Virtual Learning
Environment (VLE)
Academic LMS
Constructivist
approaches
Collaborative
education
Moodle/
Blackboard
3. Five major steps in LMS evaluation
and selection
Step 1: Needs analysis
Step 2: Requirements
Step 3: Product vetting
Step 4: Product evaluation
Step 5: Product selection
Adapted from: Foreman, S, (2013a), Five Steps to Evaluate and Select an LMS: Proven Practices --
http://www.learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/1181/
11. vanguardvisions.com.au
Allison Miller
0400 732 270
allison@vanguardvisions.com.au
vanguardvisions.com.au
linkedin.com/in/theother66
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Editor's Notes
Introduce yourself
In education and training for more than 20 years
Passion about helping people grow and achieve their goals in an ever changing world
E-learning since 2005
Framework / NVELs roles
Own business – Helping people succeed online esp through e-learning, e-portfolio and e-business strategies
Work with prominent VET / HE organisations such as a number of universities, TAFEs and private RTOs/Colleges across Australia
Is an LMS and VLE the same?
Yes and no
From the user’s perspective no – they both allow users to interact with content and their behaviour is logged
From the Procurement person’s perspective yes – LMS is designed to manage compliance and organisational training ie primarily for training and in-house staff development, rather than education (the act of learning), while the VLE is about supporting the learning process and offer more collaborative and personal approach to achieving their educational goals (Pinner, 2014).
The Elearning Guide (2013) distinguish these two terms as:
Corporate LMS – “A corporate LMS is a system for managing learners, learning program delivery, transcripts, and certifications. In general, corporate LMS products are geared toward organizations that deliver relatively short learning programs and must handle things like compliance and certification. A few widely known examples are Saba Learning@Work, SAP Success Factors Learning, SumTotal TotalLMS, Meridian Global LMS, and Cornerstone SURVEY Evaluating and Selecting a Learning Management System 8 + 1 . 7 0 7 . 5 6 6 . 8 9 9 0 www.eLearningGuild.com OnDemand Learning Cloud”
Academic LMS – “An academic LMS is a system for developing, managing, and delivering learning content, generally in the context of an online classroom that replaces or augments a physical classroom. In general, academic LMS products are geared toward institutions that operate on a term or semester basis and must handle things like grade books and transfer credits. A few widely known examples are Blackboard, Canvas, Desire2Learn, eCollege, Moodle, and Sakai”
For this session, I will refer to both systems as LMS, and be discussing Academic LMSs However, when considering which system to purchase keep this difference in mind.
Sources:
Foreman, S (2013), Evaluating and Selecting a Learning Management System, The eLearning Guild, http://www.elearningguild.com/showfile.cfm?id=5033
Pinner, R, (2014) What Is The Difference Between an LMS and a VLE? - http://elearningindustry.com/difference-between-lms-and-vle
Foreman (2013b) found “respondents achieved higher levels of product satisfaction through the application of best-practice evaluation activities. These activities help you
focus on LMS products that best support your organization’s needs and priorities;
progressively narrow your list of product candidates; and
ensure that the product you ultimately select will deliver the promised functionality.” pg 18
Source: Foreman, S, (2013b), Evaluating and Selecting a Learning Management System, The eLearning Guild
Foreman (2013a) suggests these Five major steps in LMS evaluation and selection
We will now investigate these steps.
Source: Foreman, S, (2013a), Five Steps to Evaluate and Select an LMS: Proven Practices --
http://www.learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/1181/
Step 1: Needs analysis
Interview your leadership and conduct focus groups with stakeholders throughout the organization.
Too often, organizations make technology decisions without adequate investigation of the strategic, operational, and technology drivers for their product choices.
A thorough needs analysis engages stakeholders and sponsors throughout your organization to create a big-picture view of your learning management system needs.
Clearly defined and documented requirements capture those needs and form the basis of your product selection criteria.
A funnel approach narrows hundreds of products down to the handful that are best matched to your requirements.
Use-case demonstrations and sandbox exploration provide evidence of a product’s capabilities that help you either validate or debunk vendor promises before you make a commitment.
Getting bids from two or three vendors whose products are equally good candidates for your organization positions you to get the best terms and/or feature set for your money.
Although this process may take more time and effort than you may have anticipated, it helps ensure that you make the optimum decision and end up with an LMS that is best suited to your needs.
Benefits as well.
Stakeholders have more ownership of the resulting decision and become acclimated to the product in advance of implementation.
Sponsors have increased confidence in the decision because of the due diligence involved in the process.
The learning organization builds relationships with its customers, sponsors, stakeholders, and IT, all of which helps set the stage for implementation.
Buying an LMS is not easy; just ask all the people and organizations who’ve tried (some more than once). It requires due diligence and smart, strategic thinking. Whatever your organization’s experience is or has been, you stand a much better chance for success and satisfaction with your product if you follow proven practices in evaluating and selecting an LMS.
Source: Foreman, S, (2013a), Five Steps to Evaluate and Select an LMS: Proven Practices --
http://www.learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/1181/
Step 2: Requirements (Functional/Technical )
Requirements form the basis of your LMS selection criteria. The clearer and more complete your LMS requirements, the easier it is to evaluate products. Focus on what learners or administrators must be able to do with the LMS. If you end up with somewhere between 30 and 60 requirements, you’re probably at the right level of detail.
Functional requirements describe what the system must be able to do from a learning management perspective. Technical requirements describe how the system must fit into the broader IT enterprise infrastructure.
22 Core LMS features (2013b):
• Assign training: The ability to require learners to complete specific training by a due date.
• Calendar: A calendar view of scheduled course offerings.
• Catalogue: A hierarchical menu of learning programs that learners can browse.
• Certification management: The ability to award, track, and renew learner certifications.
• Competency management: A list of competencies that you can associate with jobs and learning activities.
• Completion certificates: A diploma that learners can view or print upon completing a learning program.
• Course evaluation surveys: A survey that learners who have completed a learning program can take.
• Credits: Tracking of various types of credits for completed learning programs, such as continuing education units.
• Dashboard: Graphical, on-screen learning program utilization and results reports.
• eLearning delivery and tracking: The ability for learners to launch eLearning courses and track progress and results.
• eLearning version control: The ability to replace a course with a new version while keeping track of historical versions.
• Grade book: A view of a learner’s progress and test scores for a multi-activity course or curriculum.
• eCommerce: Payment for courses via credit card, purchase order, or other methods.
• Email notifications: Messages sent to confirm transactions or to alert or remind learners of actions to take.
• Manager view: The ability for a manager to view the training records of direct reports.
• Prerequisite enforcement: System verification that a learner has achieved prerequisites before allowing registration in a course.
• Registration approval: The requirement for manager or administrator approval before allowing registration in a course.
• Reports: Results and utilization data for viewing, printing, and distributing.
• Search: The ability to enter words or phrases that yield a list of relevant learning programs.
• Test development, delivery, and item analysis: The ability to create and deliver online tests and determine test validity based on aggregate results.
• Transcripts: A complete record of the learning programs in progress and those completed by a learner.
• Wait lists: Automated management of overbooked classes.
22 Core LMS features:
• Assign training: The ability to require learners to complete specific training by a due date.
• Calendar: A calendar view of scheduled course offerings.
• Catalogue: A hierarchical menu of learning programs that learners can browse.
• Certification management: The ability to award, track, and renew learner certifications.
• Competency management: A list of competencies that you can associate with jobs and learning activities.
• Completion certificates: A diploma that learners can view or print upon completing a learning program.
• Course evaluation surveys: A survey that learners who have completed a learning program can take.
• Credits: Tracking of various types of credits for completed learning programs, such as continuing education units.
• Dashboard: Graphical, on-screen learning program utilization and results reports.
• eLearning delivery and tracking: The ability for learners to launch eLearning courses and track progress and results.
• eLearning version control: The ability to replace a course with a new version while keeping track of historical versions.
• Grade book: A view of a learner’s progress and test scores for a multi-activity course or curriculum.
• eCommerce: Payment for courses via credit card, purchase order, or other methods.
• Email notifications: Messages sent to confirm transactions or to alert or remind learners of actions to take.
• Manager view: The ability for a manager to view the training records of direct reports.
• Prerequisite enforcement: System verification that a learner has achieved prerequisites before allowing registration in a course.
• Registration approval: The requirement for manager or administrator approval before allowing registration in a course.
• Reports: Results and utilization data for viewing, printing, and distributing.
• Search: The ability to enter words or phrases that yield a list of relevant learning programs.
• Test development, delivery, and item analysis: The ability to create and deliver online tests and determine test validity based on aggregate results.
• Transcripts: A complete record of the learning programs in progress and those completed by a learner.
• Wait lists: Automated management of overbooked classes.
Step 3: Product vetting
There are hundreds of LMS products available in the marketplace. Your first challenge is to narrow your choices to a short list of products. One way to accomplish this is to identify eight-to-ten distinctive requirements that can help you rule out non-qualifying products. For example, not all LMS products support multiple languages. If this is critical for you, this makes the requirement for multi-language support a good vetting criterion. Similarly, not all products comply with specific accessibility and security regulations; also good vetting criteria.
Once you have defined a set of vetting criteria, you can research product web sites and/or contact vendors to inquire about their product’s support for each vetting criterion. Select a short list of products, perhaps eight-to-twelve, which meet the most vetting criteria. You will evaluate these products in more detail.
Source: Foreman, S, (2013a), Five Steps to Evaluate and Select an LMS: Proven Practices --
http://www.learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/1181/
Step 4: Product evaluation
The product evaluation process works like a funnel. With each step in the process, you rule out non-qualifying products and continue evaluating those that best meet your requirements. You will achieve the best results by performing all of these suggested evaluation activities.
Step 5: Product selection
The final step is to settle on a product. If possible, you can place your organization in a strong position to negotiate the best pricing and terms by selecting two or three finalist products, any of which will meet your needs. LMS vendors are eager to gain your business.
Send a request for proposal (RFP) to each of your finalists asking for pricing quotes, implementation timeframes, and support options. Be sure to ask for hosting options and pricing if you have elected to purchase a cloud solution.
Compare the responses, and don’t be afraid to go back to each vendor to ask them for a better price or more feature options comparable to incentives the other vendor finalists are offering.
You can purchase an LMS Request for Proposal (RFP) tool eg http://www.infotivity.com/learning-management-system.html#toc which has over 1300 selection criteria and analysis and compares responses
Source: Foreman, S, (2013a), Five Steps to Evaluate and Select an LMS: Proven Practices --
http://www.learningsolutionsmag.com/articles/1181/
Handouts
copy of slides 6/7
Selecting an LMS ‘functional / technical’ requirements checklist
Participants to work in groups of 2-3.
Discuss own requirements
Populate checklist
Feedback to whole group features they would select