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What to consider when purchasing teaching and learning software Kim Edwards recommends a learnerfocussed approach to your thinking I was recently presenting to a school and joked that choosing a teaching and learning software system was like trying to put together a jigsaw puzzle with no straight edges. It’s frustrating, complex and seriously hard to know where to start. I’d strongly argue that there’s significantly more to choosing an LMS (Learning Management System) than simply comparing products. Conversely, choosing the right LMS requires a school to look inwards, and firstly consider their vision, strategic goals, resourcing, staff skill development, communication, teacher incentives and how they intend to implement this complex change. Neglecting any of these factors is a massive risk and Autumn
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increases the likelihood that the whole process will repeat itself when a shiny new system comes along. So how should you go about finding a new LMS for your school? A number of key dimensions need to be considered to ensure your investment will stand the test of time. Think teachers, not features I can’t stress this enough. If your decision is built around ‘having the most features’, your focus is already in the wrong place. Instead, start by thinking about your teachers on the frontline. Do they have the time to use
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