Learning Management Systems offer an array of tools for use in an online classroom. Listed below are tools that can be used to create an effective online learning environment and provide organization and time management for the instructor as well as the student.
Blogs--can be used by students as a journaling device and a requirement of the course. In addition, blogs allow students the opportunity to read and comment on their classmates' work
Glossary--could be developed by the instructor and added to with the addition of new units/lessons. Students could refer back to the glossary during class assignments
Email--can be used as a communication device among students and instructor
Course Home--widgets that make up the organization of the home page of the online classroom.
Class list--can be used by instructor and students to identify those enrolled in the class and possibly help in the communication process
Calendar--can be used by the teacher to communicate with students deadlines, dates, etc.
Bulletin board--can be used to post class news or announcements
Import/Export--can be used by the instructor to make the creation of courses more streamlined
Instant messaging--can be used by the instructor and students to immediately communicate when online
Discussion boards--can be used during synchronous sessions for discussions and/or lectures. Can also be used by students to meet online for group work
Dropbox--can be used by the instructor to keep student submissions organized. Can be used by students to quickly turn in assignments.
Gradebook--used by the instructor to keep grades organized. The gradebook would take care of calculations,etc. and cut down on the possibility of errors. Students can access the gradebook and stay current on their average, assignment grades, etc.
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