The document discusses course management systems (CMS), also known as learning management systems (LMS) or virtual learning environments (VLE), which can be used to implement online learning. A CMS allows for a virtual learning environment with online lessons, quizzes, activities, and limited, selective access, as well as collaboration options that can increase student interaction through announcements, surveys, discussions and chatrooms. Examples of possible CMS include Moodle and eCollege. The document also discusses how CMS can help address issues with current teaching methods and fill gaps in areas like reading instruction, teaching 21st century skills, and helping absent students while promoting participatory learning. It provides suggestions for incorporating online learning and emphasizes the need for schools to adapt to changes

1. 
Online Learning
HELP FILL THE GAPS
POSSIBILITIES
IMPLEMENTATION
CHANGE
POWER
By Kerri Mahoney
EDUC-6715I-5

2. COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CMS)
ALSO KNOWN AS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) OR
VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (VLE)
 Virtual Learning Environment

3. COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CMS)
ALSO KNOWN AS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) OR
VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (VLE)
 Virtual Learning Environment
 Online lessons, quizzes, and activities

4. COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CMS)
ALSO KNOWN AS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) OR
VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (VLE)
 Virtual Learning Environment
 Online lessons, quizzes, and activities
 Limited and selective access

5. COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CMS)
ALSO KNOWN AS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) OR
VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (VLE)
 Virtual Learning Environment
 Online lessons, quizzes, and activities
 Limited and selective access
 Collaboration options

6. COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CMS)
ALSO KNOWN AS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) OR
VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (VLE)
 Virtual Learning Environment
 Online lessons, quizzes, and activities
 Limited and selective access
 Collaboration options
 Increases student interaction

7. COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (CMS)
ALSO KNOWN AS A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS) OR
VIRTUAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (VLE)
 Virtual Learning Environment
 Online lessons, quizzes, and activities
 Limited and selective access
 Collaboration options
 Increases student interaction
 Announcements, surveys, discussions, chatrooms

8. POSSIBLE
COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
 Moodle
 eCollege
 Rcampus
 WebLessons
 WebCT

9. PARTICIPATORY LEARNING
 Instead of working independently, students
collaborate and work with others. Research has
proven collaboration to be a more effective style of
learning.
 Students discuss notes, materials, activities, and
questions with classmates. Connections are made
between what they know, what others know, and
what is being taught.

10. CURRENT TEACHING METHODS
 Seat work performed in a classroom.

11. CURRENT TEACHING METHODS
 Seat work performed in a classroom.
 Limited reading instruction in the form of guided
reading, shared reading, read aloud, and
independent reading activities.

12. CURRENT TEACHING METHODS
 Seat work performed in a classroom.
 Limited reading instruction in the form of guided
reading, shared reading, read aloud, and
independent reading activities.
 Teacher led environment with minimal student
interaction and learning.

13. CURRENT TEACHING METHODS
 Seat work performed in a classroom.
 Limited reading instruction in the form of guided
reading, shared reading, read aloud, and
independent reading activities.
 Teacher lead environment with minimal student
lead learning.
 A lack of interest in lessons and presentations due
to boredom.

14. CURRENT TEACHING METHODS
 Seat work performed in a classroom.
 Limited reading instruction in the form of guided
reading, shared reading, read aloud, and independent
reading activities.
 Teacher lead environment with minimal student lead
learning.
 A lack of interest in lessons and presentations due to
boredom.
 Minimal student engagement.

15. CURRENT TEACHING METHODS
 Seat work performed in a classroom.
 Limited reading instruction in the form of guided reading,
shared reading, read aloud, and independent reading
activities.
 Teacher lead environment with minimal student lead learning.
 A lack of interest in lessons and presentations due to
boredom.
 Minimal student engagement.
Does this sound ideal?

16. CHANGE FOR THE BETTER
 Incorporating virtual learning activities can
encourage collaboration.
 Blogs and wikis are quick and easy ways to
implement collaborative learning.
 Course Management Systems can be established to
allow for one on one interaction with teachers.
Lessons can be posted online and students take
control of their learning.

17. FILLING THE GAPS
Reading Options
 Improve reading instruction by posting reading
assignments online. Response opportunities and
comprehension questions can be included using an
online learning module.
 Allow students to read and comment about the
thoughts of others.
 Submission of assignments through the website.
 Links to other reading support websites.

18. FILLING THE GAPS
Teaching 21st Century Skills
 In elementary schools, students are just beginning
to learn about computers and technology. Using
online learning promotes 21st Century skills.
 Students learn 21st Century skills including:
keyboarding, use of mouse, search engines,
hardware, websites, e-mail, etc.
 Students become familiar with the Internet.
“By including the Internet in classrooms, teachers can assist students
in becoming active participants in the construction of their own
knowledge.” (Hargis & Schofield, 2007)

19. FILLING THE GAPS
ABSENT STUDENTS
 Students can view lessons when unable to attend
school.
 Notes and lessons can be posted online for review
and discussion.
 Homework and assignments are available.
 Assignments can be completed anywhere and at
anytime.
“Students expect to use computer-related technology in their
coursework, and to gain the skills they will need to use the
technological tools required of their careers.” (Gillard & Bailey, 2007)

20. EXAMPLE OF A CMS
www.moodle.com

21. SUPPORT AND SUGGESTIONS FOR
INCORPORATING ONLINE LEARNING
 Develop an action team
 Create a vision
 Establish goals
 Allow flexibility
 Anticipate change
 Focus on the big picture
 Stay committed
 Be positive

22. ENJOY THE SUCCESS
 Teachers are leaders and need to be willing to try
something new.
 Teachers make a difference!
 Students will be interested, motivated, prepared,
and learning skills in a very powerful way.
“To integrate technology into the classroom, a sincere,
meaningful connection must be built and sustained
with the in-service teachers. (Hargis & Schofield, 2007,
p. 44)

23. FINAL THOUGHTS
 Times are changing and we must adapt. Students
are different than in the past.
 Schools need to adapt and keep up with the
changes in society.
 Necessary steps need to be taken to ensure the
success of our students and secure a positive future
for all.

24. RESOURCES
 Gillard, S., & Bailey, D. (2007). Technology in the
classroom: Overcoming obstacles, reaping rewards.
The International Journal of Learning, 14(1), 87–93.
 Hargis, J., & Schofield, K. (2007). Integrating online
learning into elementary classrooms. In R.
Blomeyer, & C. Cavanaugh (Eds.), What works in K–
12 online learning (pp. 33–47). Eugene, OR:
International Society for Technology in Education.
 Lemke, C., & Coughlin, E. (2009). The change
agents. Educational Leadership, 67(1), 54–59.