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Unlike other resources I've come across, this takes a look at the issue from a unique viewpoint. Instead of looking at the role of social media in an LMS, this asks whether or not social media should include an LMS. It evaluates the technology of the LMS in relation to social media tools, and takes a very quantitative analysis viewpoint.

This is a Power Point presentation that starts with a description of internet usage among teens and makes a case for the need of good LMSs. Additionally it offers graphics describing the parts possible as part of an LMS.

This website has a quick overview comparing the features of 7 different LMSs including two we are looking at, Blackboard and Moodle, in our SIG.

This is a committee report describing University of North Alabama's comparison of three LMSs including both Blackboard and Angel. The report looked at the ability of the LMSs to meet certain criteria including Wide user base, scalability, vendor stability, learning outcomes management and reporting and others.

This article references a number of pieces of research on online learning and distance education. This includes six elements of a distance learning program as well as descriptions of which students may be served by online vs. traditional education.

A "Click to Compare" site for a great number of different LMSs

This article is great for someone looking beyond the traditional LMSs out there. It suggests an alternative in WordPress and BuddyPress and provides a thorough analysis of how they can used, the differences, along with the pros and cons of using a non-traditional LMS.

This is an exhaustive study of the effectiveness of online learning conducted through an LMS. The study looks at how well learners can apply knowledge once they have completed tasks within an LMS. This is a resource for effectiveness and barriers to learning.

This is a good article for understanding how an LMS can be used to enhance student learning through communication. It discusses the benefits to using an LMS or VLE (Virtual Learning Environment) and acknowledges that less tech savvy teachers may be apprehensive. The articles discussions of social learning point to a need for analysis of all discussion and communication functions within the LMS we examine.

This article discusses why BrainHoney was chosen as the "Best Classroom Management System" by the Software and Information Industry Association. Ease of use is one piece of the criteria and relates to the section of our SIG studying "Organization and Navigation within a LMS".

The learning management system BrainHoney won the award for Best Classroom Management system from the Software and Information Industry Association. The article explains that BrainHoney won the award amid steep competition.

This page helps define the terms and methods for discussing the usability of a LMS. The resource has been developed by the Moodle company. Some terms defined include: usability vs. learnability, intuitive, 

A good resource regarding online learning in the K-12 environment. This provides insight into the social learning process from the point of view from both the student and the teacher (i.e. student collaborating with students / students collaborating with teachers).

This article outlines ten principles for the design of both online and traditional learning environments. The article links and references research on how the mind works as a basis for these principles. It addresses topics such as what interactions should occur in learning, how to address a variety of learners, the role of mentors, directors and facilitators, and the development of knowledge based on individual experiences.

A good blog post focusing on social learning theories and how social learning can be an important aspect of an LMS. Also addresses some of the pitfalls of an LMS being too social.

I'm adding this bookmark on Tracy's behalf. I've read many great articles from this blog before, and it looks like this entry has a lot of good information on barriers to a successful LMS.

This is a report comparing and contrasting LMS and LCMSs. The report points out the essential functions of each, how their use differs and then how the two work together to engender learning. The focus od this report is on learning in an organization, but it is a good introduction to the differences of LMSs and LCMSs. Essentially, an LMS is used to automate the entire learning process from content delivery to assessment, whereas a LCMS is used to house learning objects that can be used to build different learning experiences.

This is a User Experience test form. I am not sure how relevant it is to our work, but it might be something we use as a review tool. It also might be a useful resource to include in the project. I am not sure at the moment but I figured it would be good to include for now.

This is an article from Campusreporter.com. It has student feedback about the Desire2Learn LMS. The comments from students are both positive and negative. Using the commentary in this article some of our own testing can be directed. Essentially, see if what the students said for the article still hold true.

This PDF addresses a number of issues related to learning management systems. Specifically, I plan on pulling out some information relating to collaborative learning and customization for creating an engaging learning experience.