Online learning management systems can be used by K-12 teachers to supplement standard classroom learning. These systems allow teachers to create online classes, assignments, quizzes and forums to provide students access to course materials anytime from home. They provide benefits like keeping parents informed and engaged, aiding students who miss class or are struggling, and keeping teachers up-to-date with technology used by modern students. While initial setup may require work, these systems can save teachers time and effort in the long run by storing all course resources in a central online location.

1. Online Learning in K-12 Schools By Brett Diehl

2. Learning/Course Management System A way for teachers to expand their classroom Specifically designed for a classroom setting instead or creating your own webpage Can be used solely for online classes Can be used as a supplement to the standard classroom Many different websites provide this technology Pricing varies, however some are free

3. Features Classroom schedule Daily Agenda Goals Assignments Design online quizzes for students to take Make your own multiple choice/true false quizzes Automatic grading for instant data results

4. Features Creating Quizzes Databases Glossaries Journals Daily Assignments Forums Chats

5. Features Forums for teachers to collaborate with teachers using same software Sharing of resources between teachers Teachers can create a whole classroom using this software Students who miss school can access class from home No more constant asking from students, what they did yesterday Parents and students can stay up to date on what is going on inside the classroom

6. Why Should We Use Them? Will not take over the classroom Supplements what you are currently doing Aids students who are struggling Access to material the teacher has posted 24/7 Keeps parents involved Parents can have students show them what they are doing

7. What if what I am currently doing is working just fine? You already do many of the things now, however it just expands on it and provides more access to students Saves all your information and resources in one place There are websites that won’t cost you anything to obtain the software It will help filling in missing gaps Might be some more work in getting started but in the long run will save time and energy

8. The Ever Changing Classroom Classrooms’ are changing very rapidly Students are becoming more and more tech savvy Students want to use technology constantly Keeps teachers up to date with the changing times Brings the classroom to the 21st century