Moodle HQ has released Moodle 2.5, a major update to the widely distributed open source learning management system.
A 2,100-student district in Massachusetts spent two years assessing learning management systems as part of a larger program to integrate technology more fully into teaching and learning.
- By Dian Schaffhauser
- 05/14/13
A university study comparing learning management systems has concluded that the latest crop of learning management systems evaluated have made "significant progress" since the assessments started in 2005. However, one of the report's authors noted, "We believe much more needs to be done."
- By Dian Schaffhauser
- 05/13/13
Moodle HQ has released an all-new HTML5-based mobile app for both Android and iOS.
Blackboard has updated its online collaboration and Web conferencing system, Blackboard Collaborate, and launched a version for Android.
Desire2Learn has introduced new functionality to its learning management suite, including new predictive analytics tools, improvements on the mobile and e-portfolio fronts, and an important addition in the area of accessibility.
- By Dian Schaffhauser
- 05/07/13
Schoology users can now access external learning tools and resources right from the platform.
Blackboard has added a new supports for at-risk students to its learning management system, Blackboard Learn. The new retention tool is one of several enhancements added to the latest version of Blackboard Learn, Release 9.1 Service Pack 12.
Instructure today revealed a new tool that allows users to add third-party extensions to its flagship LMS, Canvas, with a single click.
Lectora has released several new features and updates to its CourseMill learning management system, which allows instructors, students, and administrators to oversee, manage, track, and take online courses and curriculum.
- By Sharleen Nelson
- 04/02/13