FEATURE FOCUS: SOFTWARE IN SCHOOLS


new educational landscape by attracting a higher number of students.


Instructure’s survey highlighted that career readiness is of the utmost importance to UK respondents, with 70% stating skill diversity for career readiness is very or extremely important. Another 72% of those surveyed said that skills- based learning is very or extremely important. These findings highlight the importance of leveraging LMS capabilities to offer alternative qualifications such as micro-credentials which allow students to quickly develop career-ready skills alongside their existing studies, or support ongoing career progression opportunities once they’ve entered the workforce.


time while also completing a degree. These students would find it valuable if institutions could provide them access to the video transcript of lectures, alongside the option to rewatch the video through the LMS if they need to process the content at a time that suits them best. Similarly, if a student is sick and unable to attend a class, or there are external issues like natural disasters or social unrest, the LMS will allow them to continue their courses through the LMS mobile app.


Empowering educators and administrators: The role of the LMS in supporting student success LMSs have proven to be advantageous not only for students but also for educators and admins. Some of the most robust and advanced LMSs in the cloud provide data and analytics that empower institutions to make informed decisions and offer students customised guidance that can impact their success.


LMSs such as Canvas allow educators to manage multiple classes and courses through a personalised dashboard, schedule assignments, and evaluate student performance with timely feedback. What is unique about an LMS is how it enables administrators and educators at institutions to create a customised learning programme and allows for more valuable insights through data analytics. Organisations can better understand what elements of the platform students are using most and identify which features or tools aren’t being used to their fullest potential.


Customisation and support from the analytics provided


Instructure’s survey stated 83% of UK respondents believe that student success today requires engaging content and instruction from technology-proficient faculty. An LMS helps facilitate this, enabling educators and admins to develop engaging courses and content that suit students’ preferences based on insights. Using data analytics can help administrators and educators assess the effectiveness of teaching strategies and educational tools. This information can aid in making data-driven decisions to enhance teaching and learning outcomes. It can also assist institutions in determining what courses should remain the same or be changed. Furthermore, educators can use the advanced analytics offered by LMS platforms to enhance teaching. Those in the education field can customise their instruction and resources by


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acquiring insights into their students’ unique learning patterns and preferences, resulting in a personalised learning experience.


Most importantly, utilising LMS analytics can provide invaluable insights into student progress and areas where they may struggle. Educators can provide targeted support and interventions by taking a proactive approach to education to ensure students can overcome learning gaps and succeed academically. Ultimately, this benefits individual students and contributes to the overall success of the classroom and school community.


An LMS is crucial for higher education institutions to succeed


While initial measures such as utilising videoconferencing and basic collaboration tools were beneficial in addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic, numerous universities still require a significant overhaul of their digital transformation efforts and must progress beyond these basic tools to adopt a robust cloud-based learning management system (LMS) to remain relevant.


By doing so, they can offer the level of engagement, flexibility, and personalisation that a new generation of students seek in a post- pandemic setting. Moreover, incorporating LMS compatible tools for video learning and interactive tools that enhance both the learning and teaching experiences, will set these institutions apart and ultimately enable them to thrive in the


Ultimately, an LMS allows educators and administrators to provide all students with the same opportunities for success and also provides institutions with the capability to offer structural consistency and equal access to quality education when the institutions use it among different campuses and courses.


The indispensable role of the LMS As universities build their edtech environments, the LMS will help them to evolve from conventional educational models and present students with a more inclusive learning experience, setting them up for success after they graduate. As pedagogical efforts may shift, the LMS is able to help partner with institutions to accomplish their needs. LMS technology not only equips students with easy access to coursework, but also allows more students to pursue their academic aspirations with curated learning plans. LMS platforms back educators by providing a centralised hub that manages and delivers educational content, which can simplify the teaching process, reduce the administrative burden, boost student engagement and enrich learning outcomes. As we imagine education’s future, institutions must welcome this opportunity to create classrooms that cater to students’ demands for accessibility and flexibility. Utilising LMS technology to its fullest potential is crucial for educators to create an environment that fosters communication, creativity and empowers both educators and students. Educators have the power to significantly impact their students’ academic trajectories, and they must embrace this ability to make a difference in their lifelong learning journey.


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