/learning-management-systems Learning Management Systems en-US 2021 (c) °ÄÃÅÅܹ·ÂÛ̳ Fri, 23 Sep 2022 18:45:32 GMT /technology/what-do-teachers-want-from-learning-management-systems-we-asked/2022/09 The use of learning management systems is almost ubiquitous, but educators say there's still lots of room for improvement. Fri, 23 Sep 2022 18:45:32 GMT /technology/what-do-teachers-want-from-learning-management-systems-we-asked/2022/09 /technology/classroom-technology-what-you-need-and-what-you-dont Schools must make tough decisions about keeping or scrapping educational technologies. The key question: Do they improve student learning? Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:01:13 GMT /technology/classroom-technology-what-you-need-and-what-you-dont /technology/what-teachers-really-think-about-their-learning-management-systems/2022/09 Adoption of the technology took off during the pandemic, leading to almost ubiquitous use. Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:00:29 GMT /technology/what-teachers-really-think-about-their-learning-management-systems/2022/09 /technology/personalized-learnings-big-test-is-coming-this-school-year/2021/07 As schools try to repair the damage of COVID-19 and racial injustice, it's now or never for the much-hyped personalized learning movement. Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:51:40 GMT /technology/personalized-learnings-big-test-is-coming-this-school-year/2021/07 /technology/how-google-classroom-is-changing-teaching-q-a-with-researcher-carlo-perotta/2020/12 The popular software is bringing the “logics of datafication, automation, surveillance, and interoperability" to schools, researchers say. Thu, 17 Dec 2020 20:52:28 GMT /technology/how-google-classroom-is-changing-teaching-q-a-with-researcher-carlo-perotta/2020/12 /technology/how-to-address-big-tech-equity-challenges/2020/07 School districts are facing huge tech equity issues this school year, especially if schools return to full-time remote learning. Here’s how they are addressing those challenges. Thu, 23 Jul 2020 01:37:29 GMT /technology/how-to-address-big-tech-equity-challenges/2020/07 /leadership/5-tips-for-remote-learning-pd-success/2020/07 Training teachers, principals, and district administrators on how to improve remote instruction will take a big commitment to mastering the learning management system and honing video teaching skills. Thu, 23 Jul 2020 01:37:22 GMT /leadership/5-tips-for-remote-learning-pd-success/2020/07 /technology/how-statewide-lms-options-could-help-schools-strengthen-remote-learning/2020/05 Several states already offer a state-sanctioned LMS option to their schools, with some encouraging results in their efforts to cut costs and improve technical capabilities. Thu, 21 May 2020 17:59:25 GMT /technology/how-statewide-lms-options-could-help-schools-strengthen-remote-learning/2020/05 /leadership/crazy-schedules-questions-for-tech-support-during-covid-19-what-is-an-lms/2020/05 Behind the scenes, school district employees manning IT help desks are playing the role of an unsung cast that has made the shift to remote learning possible. Mon, 11 May 2020 15:40:34 GMT /leadership/crazy-schedules-questions-for-tech-support-during-covid-19-what-is-an-lms/2020/05 /leaders/2020/making-technology-work-for-schools As the technology director in the Vail School District in Vail, Ariz., Mark Breen’s tech savvy and deep understanding of what principals need has simplified the technology educators need to do their jobs and freed up time for them to focus on students. He is recognized as a 2020 Leader To Learn From. Thu, 20 Feb 2020 02:49:28 GMT /leaders/2020/making-technology-work-for-schools /technology/opinion-enterprise-learning-management-systems-google-amplified-learning/2018/02 The seamless integration between an enterprise LMS and Google creates a powerful ecosystem that supports teachers and students. Sun, 25 Feb 2018 19:30:42 GMT /technology/opinion-enterprise-learning-management-systems-google-amplified-learning/2018/02 /technology/opinion-how-systems-can-support-high-quality-curricula/2018/02 System leaders and the system itself play a critical role in providing support and context for curriculum work. Thu, 15 Feb 2018 14:55:00 GMT /technology/opinion-how-systems-can-support-high-quality-curricula/2018/02 /technology/opinion-teacher-survey-provides-a-benchmark-for-schools-and-systems-in-the-u-s/2017/08 Results from a survey of teachers responding to questions about the professional learning they experience highlight the bright spots and challenges facing U.S. schools. Thu, 10 Aug 2017 08:20:00 GMT /technology/opinion-teacher-survey-provides-a-benchmark-for-schools-and-systems-in-the-u-s/2017/08 /technology/opinion-look-for-signs-of-an-aligned-learning-system/2017/05 School systems that prioritize coherence are more likely to achieve their goals for students. Thu, 18 May 2017 15:04:00 GMT /technology/opinion-look-for-signs-of-an-aligned-learning-system/2017/05 /technology/opinion-look-at-the-bigger-picture-for-long-term-improvement/2017/04 A comprehensive learning system is essential to supporting the kinds of professional learning that change practices and improve results. A new report from ERS helps make the case. Thu, 27 Apr 2017 12:51:00 GMT /technology/opinion-look-at-the-bigger-picture-for-long-term-improvement/2017/04 /technology/opinion-the-celebrations-and-challenges-of-leading-change/2017/03 Friendswood (Texas) ISD works to create a districtwide plan of action to ensure all leaders and schools are engaged in effective professional learning. Thu, 23 Mar 2017 15:52:39 GMT /technology/opinion-the-celebrations-and-challenges-of-leading-change/2017/03 /technology/opinion-put-professional-learning-front-and-center-in-essa-plans/2016/11 ESSA provides a powerful opportunity for states to rethink their learning systems to advance a coherent vision of continuous learning and improvement. Mon, 07 Nov 2016 19:30:13 GMT /technology/opinion-put-professional-learning-front-and-center-in-essa-plans/2016/11 /education/opinion-learning-management-systems-what-about-assessments/2016/06 Learning management systems boost personalized learning but seem to disconnect with the assessments required in certain topics. Is the next wave of LMS assessment integration? Mon, 27 Jun 2016 11:27:01 GMT /education/opinion-learning-management-systems-what-about-assessments/2016/06 /technology/opinion-reimagine-professional-learning-to-achieve-better-results/2015/08 The appetite and will for professional learning system redesign is growing -- particularly among teachers. Tue, 04 Aug 2015 20:47:40 GMT /technology/opinion-reimagine-professional-learning-to-achieve-better-results/2015/08 /technology/opinion-important-lessons-from-a-software-giant/2015/04 The key to success for any educational organization is rooted in these learning fundamentals. Thu, 16 Apr 2015 18:04:03 GMT /technology/opinion-important-lessons-from-a-software-giant/2015/04 /teaching-learning/idahos-failed-implementation-of-pearson-lms-blasted-in-report/2015/03 A new state report uncovers serious functionality and management issues in implementing Pearson's learning management system, Schoolnet, in Idaho. Tue, 31 Mar 2015 21:00:47 GMT /teaching-learning/idahos-failed-implementation-of-pearson-lms-blasted-in-report/2015/03 /technology/opinion-its-time-for-students-to-own-the-student-record-b2c-lms-companion/2015/02 Secondary and postsecondary students should have cost-free access to a personal companion to the school's learning management system, a business to consumer (B2C) LMS that is a private portable profile. The B2C LMS companion would have goal-setting functionality, a cloud-based portfolio system, and links to social media. Mon, 23 Feb 2015 23:00:00 GMT /technology/opinion-its-time-for-students-to-own-the-student-record-b2c-lms-companion/2015/02 /education/opinion-reclaiming-innovation-and-ditching-the-learning-management-system/2015/02 In an article in KQED MindShift, Justin Reich explains how he uses the open Web to power online learning and to leave the learning management system behind. Sat, 14 Feb 2015 18:35:19 GMT /education/opinion-reclaiming-innovation-and-ditching-the-learning-management-system/2015/02 /technology/opinion-next-gen-learning-in-brooklyn/2015/01 In the heart of the Brooklyn Tech Triangle, Next Generation Learning Challenge grantee Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School (LAB) is personalizing learning for low-income students. Using their custom learning management system, the Brooklyn LAB team is generating actionable evidence that serves and informs both teaching and learning. Wed, 07 Jan 2015 07:00:00 GMT /technology/opinion-next-gen-learning-in-brooklyn/2015/01 /technology/piecing-together-a-smart-lms-strategy This special report aims to give district leaders a better sense of what it takes to piece together a smart strategy for learning management systems. Tue, 07 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT /technology/piecing-together-a-smart-lms-strategy /technology/tech-advances-fuel-lms-identity-crisis/2014/09 Big questions are facing school district leaders across the country about how a learning management system should best fit into the larger ed-tech ecosystem. Mon, 29 Sep 2014 18:27:03 GMT /technology/tech-advances-fuel-lms-identity-crisis/2014/09 /technology/tearing-down-the-walls-between-software-silos/2014/09 Technical hurdles, turf battles among vendors, and the glacial pace of technology adoption are preventing LMS software from becoming the hub of a fully integrated ed-tech ecosystem. Mon, 29 Sep 2014 18:27:03 GMT /technology/tearing-down-the-walls-between-software-silos/2014/09 /technology/pressure-on-lms-companies-to-provide-quality-pd/2014/09 Educators must grasp how learning management systems can help students, yet also acquire the skills to juggle myriad academic and managerial duties. Mon, 29 Sep 2014 18:27:03 GMT /technology/pressure-on-lms-companies-to-provide-quality-pd/2014/09 /technology/making-the-big-lms-buying-decision/2014/09 School districts are evaluating various learning management systems more than ever before, but many underestimate the time and resources it will take to choose the right one. Mon, 29 Sep 2014 18:27:03 GMT /technology/making-the-big-lms-buying-decision/2014/09 /technology/ed-tech-leaders-outline-their-lms-needs/2014/09 Five school district technology leaders talk about the lessons they have learned about how to choose and use learning management systems in smart ways. Mon, 29 Sep 2014 18:27:03 GMT /technology/ed-tech-leaders-outline-their-lms-needs/2014/09