Brandeis University

Brandeis University Learning Management System (LMS) Use Policy

A Learning Management System (LMS) is a software application that facilitates the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation, and delivery of educational courses, training programs ...
Drexel University

Four Important Policies Approved on NTT Faculty, AI and Blackboard Learn

The Non-Tenure-Track (NTT) Faculty Policies are two of the first policies to be approved on a permanent basis using the new Policy Compliance Process. It is especially gratifying to see these policies ...
Campus Technology

Major U.S. State University Ensures LMS Availability and Security

Higher education institutions depend on always-on digital learning environments, but maintaining secure, highly available applications can strain already lean IT teams. In this case study, learn how a ...
Nature

3.4 million real-world learning management system logins reveal the majority of students experience social jet lag correlated with decreased performance

Misalignments between endogenous circadian rhythms and the built environment (i.e., social jet lag, SJL) result in learning and attention deficits. Currently, there is no way to assess the impact of ...
The Conversation

Online learning platforms aren’t enough – lecturers need the right technical skills

Universities must do more than just offer online learning: they must make sure lecturers know how to adapt to the technology. Ground Picture/Shutterstock Technology has become the centre of our lives.
Nature

Emergent transition from face-to-face to online learning in a South African University in the context of the Coronavirus pandemic

South African universities have been forced to transit from face-to-face to online learning (e-learning) as a result of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). However, various challenges hinder ...