In the modern educational environment, digitalization is more important than ever. Today's learning environment extends far beyond the four walls of the classroom. Students have a very flexible approach to their studies, and expect to be able to use technology in different ways in their studies.
Secondary schools have a vision to provide a top-notch education, and by choosing the right technology, they can better support students in qualifying for higher education and vocational programs.
With this in mind, let's look at the aspects that education and IT managers need to consider when it comes to their school's digital strategy - read on below to find out more.
Key aspects of a digitalization strategy
When making decisions about implementing technology and introducing digital initiatives, there are a few key things that need to be considered in order for the school's digitalization strategy to be as successful and effective as possible.
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- Ensure that the strategy is in line with the school's educational objectives.
- Clarify that the technology needs to grow and evolve as learning needs change; it needs to be fully adaptable.
- Ensure an effective implementation strategy, and that both teachers and users feel that they receive sufficient support and assistance in the different phases.
- Ensure that the educational technology solution can be integrated with existing digital tools and programs that the school already uses.
- Be clear that the technology should facilitate both collaboration and communication between teachers and students, as well as between students, and that the chosen educational technology solution enables this effectively.
By considering these aspects, education and IT managers can ensure that a digitalization strategy has the desired outcome for the school as a whole.
How can LMS be key?
The LMS is an online environment for teachers, learners and administrators to meet and interact, and is thus part of the digital learning process. Instead of limiting teaching and learning to the physical classroom, the LMS allows teachers to extend the learning environment so that students can engage in distance learning smoothly and effectively. Learn how learning can be made effective both at home and at school.
The main purpose of the LMS is to improve teaching and digital learning in secondary schools in line with the school's educational objectives. Based on this, it is important that school management establishes a pedagogy that paves the way for this technology implementation, so that student learning outcomes are as positive as possible.
What are the educational technology expectations of teachers and students?
For teachers, there are a number of expectations. The LMS is an effective way to improve teaching and learning by serving as a central hub for standards, courses and assessments. Curriculum management is an important part of the LMS. It allows for easy selection of curricula and programs and effective assessment of learning outcomes.
Furthermore, the ability to offer learners a flexible and customized e-learning approach is a major advantage of an educational technology solution such as an LMS. By allowing students to present their knowledge and insights on a particular topic in multiple ways, such as creating a slideshow or recording a video, teachers can help maximize student learning.
Another major benefit of the LMS is that it can improve efficiency. Teachers are under a lot of time pressure in today's schools; with an LMS, they can more easily create and distribute assignments and review assessments, giving them more time to spend with their students.
From the learners' point of view, it is important for the school to ensure that the LMS chosen is capable of meeting the ever-changing demands of the educational environment, as well as maximizing the opportunity for students to improve their learning outcomes. This is best achieved by ensuring easy and seamless collaboration, and that students can share ideas and documents both inside and outside the classroom. This will result in all students being able to be successful by having access to the tools they need to achieve their goals.
As part of our LMS implementation, itslearning helps your secondary school with a top-level digital strategy and detailed project plans. If you want to realize your vision of educational excellence at your institution, contact us today.