Overview
Learning Management Systems (LMS) are used by trainers and educators for producing online courses that incorporate concepts such as blended learning, distance education, flipped classroom and other e-learning strategies in schools, universities, workplaces and the private sector.
This instructor-led training is aimed at technical users such as system administrators and course managers who enjoy the practical, hands-on approach to learning how to implement and deploy an LMS.
By the end of this training, participants will understand the architecture, design and functional principles behind an LMS and will, by way of live practice and implementation, know how to install, configure, manage, optimize, troubleshoot and deploy an LMS system in their own environment.
Format of the course
- Part lecture, part discussion, exercises and heavy hands-on practice
Note
- This training will use Moodle as a sample LMS implementation.
- To use a different LMS or customize any other part of this training, please contact us to arrange.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of web application stack (web server, database, application logic, etc.)
- Experience with Linux commands and configuration
Audience
- System administrators
- Course managers
- Education professionals who wish to dig into the technical side of an LMS
- Trainers and students who wish to set up an LMS for publishing their own online courses and training
Course Outline
Introduction
LMS Architectural Overview
LAMP Stack Options
- Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP
LMS Options
- Moodle, Atutor, Dokeos, Forma LMS
Installation and Initial Configuration
Overview of an LMS UI
User Roles and Use Cases
- Teachers
- Students
Creating a Sample Course
- Course Page configuration
- Course Categories
Managing Users
- Enrollment and authentication
- Roles and permissions
Setting up a Gradebook
- Grading concepts
- Configuring Gradebooks
Customizing the Look and Feel
- Themes
- Language
Securing Your LMS Installation
Setting up Reports
Installing Plugins
Deploying the LMS
- Local deployment
- Cloud deployment
Containerizing Your Installation
Backing up, Restoring and Migrating Your LMS Installation
Troubleshooting the LMS
Maintenance and Performance Tuning
Other Advanced Features
Closing Remarks