There are a lot of options within Learning Management Systems for teachers to tailor the LMS to their course, content, and style. A few of these options, to me, are crucial. Here are my top 4 necessities (not in any specific order):
1. Email: it is impossible to exist in the world without email.
2. Grades: I found it kind of hilarious in this video when they were talking about saving time by computing grades with an online grading system as opposed to by hand. Computing grades by hand for hundreds of students with assignments at different weights sounds daunting to say the least! Thank goodness for technology! They did also mention how students and parents are constantly updated with grading information and when assignments or quizzes are taken online they are instantly graded. So easy!
3. LOR: As a teacher I have constantly kept an online LOR for end of the year evaluations. It's a great way to keep up with and showcase great work.
4. Calendar: It is absolutely essential to have important due dates in an online calendar.
I found most of the tools and options listed to be highly useful and definitely want to explore the use of discussion boards and blogs in my teaching in the future; I love the informal atmosphere and instant feedback.
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