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Learning Management System
Below is an overview of learning management systems at NDSU.
Overview
A learning management system (LMS) is a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, automation, and delivery of educational courses, training programs, or learning and development programs. NDSU has multiple platforms available to faculty, staff, and students.
- Blackboard Learn Original is the official Learning Management System for NDSU that connects students, faculty, and staff both inside and outside of the classroom
- Google Classroom offers flexible ways to organize communications, files, and other resources in a team environment
- LON-CAPA (Learning Online Network with Computer-Assisted Personalized Approach) is an LMS used by the NDSU Physics Department for multiple courses
Getting Started
Getting started will vary by the product selected. Review specific products as starting point.
- If you are a student, consult with your instructor about where your course content is.
- If you are a faculty member, you should use Blackboard unless you have a specific disciplinary need for an alternative.
Best Practices
- Use a campus-supported product to ensure the safety and security of files. See the links below to learn about the features of each application and determine which best meets your needs.
Learn More/How To's
- How To's will vary by the product selected. Review specific products as starting point.
FAQs
- FAQs will vary by the product selected. Review specific products as starting point.
Use Cases
- Students and faculty can use an LMS to help with the tracking, documentation, and reporting of coursework.
Universal Design/Accessibility
- This will vary by the product selected. Review specific products as starting point.
Related resources
- Google uses its own accessibility guidelines and resources
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines