Navigate 3.1.1 LMS Tool Categories

 As we learned earlier, Learning Management Systems are the tool used for delivery of the content. Student Information Systems can work with the LMS to record data from the course.  The components available within the LMS make the digital learning experience much more rewarding for the professor and the learner. Features within the LMS fall in one of the three following catergories:

Evaluation Tools

• Course Content
• Dropboxes
• Quizzes/Tests
• Rubrics

Communication Tools

• Discussion Boards
• Email
• Instant Messaging
• Bulletin Boards

Reporting/Analyzing Tools

• Grade books
• Progress monitoring check lists
• Analytical reports