Learning Management Systems (LMS) stories - Page 4
Learning Management Systems help human resources professionals manage learning within their
employee base, while guiding employees through educational courses, training programs, materials or
learning and development programs. The software helps administer, document, track, report, and
automate the delivery of coursework.
NZ schools love tech, but we still have outdated procurement methods
Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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canvas lms
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edtech
New Zealand schools are adopting the rapid growth and evolution of technology faster and better than most schools worldwide, says LMS provider.
Wearables in the classroom - it's all the rage
Thu, 26th May 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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technology in the classroom
Schools worldwide are adopting wearables like smartwatches and VR headsets to enhance learning, with the market projected to surpass USD $6 billion by 2020.
University of Auckland upgrades to 'cutting edge' LMS software
Tue, 3rd May 2016
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auckland university
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Instructure, the company behind Canvas, has doubled its staff in APAC and secured the University of Auckland as a customer.
Windows 10, Office 365 and Minecraft at the heart of Microsoft's education push
Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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edutech
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windows
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microsoft
The updates include new experiences for Windows 10, an education edition of Minecraft, the launch of Classroom and Forms, and LMS integration.
Blackboard expands virtual classroom offerings with new partnership
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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edutech
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it training
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learning
Blackboard has partnered up with Skytap to provide cloud-based, on-demand virtual training labs via Blackboard Learn, the company's flagship LMS.
IBM rolls out redesigned PartnerWorld programme
Thu, 18th Feb 2016
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edutech
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data analytics
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martech
IBM's partner programme has been redesigned to help IBM Business Partners deliver higher value to organisations in the cloud and cognitive era.
Blackboard rolls out two new SaaS offerings
Tue, 26th Jan 2016
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saas
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edutech
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management
Blackboard introduces new SaaS options for its Learning Management System, giving customers more control and flexibility.
Tertiary institutions need IT and innovation to stay relevant
Wed, 13th Jan 2016
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edutech
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tertiary education
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lms
Higher education institutions must invest in understanding how learning is changing to stand out, according to a report by Ovum.
Blackboard and Sharp: Teaming up to enhance student workflows
Thu, 10th Dec 2015
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sharp
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learning
Sharp and Blackboard are partnering to streamline student assignment workflows with Sharp's multifunctional printers integrating directly into Blackboard Learn.
Online flashcards - the benefits
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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edutech
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e-learning
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lms
Embracing the digital classroom, students find quick, effective learning in online flashcards, now boosting memory with on-the-go access.
Moodle begins new phase of development
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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edutech
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open source
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learning
Moodle has released version three of its open source learning platform, and says this represents a new phase of development for the company.
Paving the way for the next generation of learning
Wed, 4th Nov 2015
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edutech
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cognizant
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lms
Technology can improve the assessment process, providing continuous data-driven insights that improve learning outcomes says Cognizant.
Governments are investing more in education technology
Fri, 23rd Oct 2015
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uc
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edutech
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e-learning
There is a direct correlation between investments into education and a country’s prosperity, according to Transparency Market Research.
How your school can manage student and teacher data
Wed, 7th Oct 2015
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edutech
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ministry of education
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data management
Schools must develop efficient policies around how student and teacher data is managed, according to the Ministry of Education.
Maple T.A. upgrade to benefit educators and students
Wed, 30th Sep 2015
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edutech
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management
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learning
Maplesoft's Maple T.A. enhances integration, supporting educators with seamless LMS connectivity in STEM courses.
Ed tech market grows, thanks to ongoing innovations
Tue, 8th Sep 2015
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edutech
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e-learning
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lms
The education technology and smart classrooms market is set to reach $93 billion by 2020, driven by education hardware and software innovations.
A look into the billion dollar Ed Tech market
Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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edutech
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document management
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ecm
The Ed Tech and smart classrooms market is expected to grow from $43.27 billion in 2015 to $93.79 billion by 2020.
eCoach: Making eLearning accessible for students
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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edutech
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e-learning
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online courses
Futura Group has launched an eCoach Course Builder - a cloud-based platform that provides secondary school teachers with tools to build online courses.
University of Auckland selects new learning management platform
Tue, 11th Aug 2015
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saas
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edutech
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auckland university
The Univ. of Auckland has modernised its digital learning by adopting Instructure's Canvas platform, enhancing the experience for 40k students.
Massive change taking place in education technology market
Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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edutech
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virtual classroom
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market
Teachers and students are using technology to connect and learn together, with the global ed tech market set to grow to $59.9bn by 2018.