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Why an opеn source learning management system?

Learning Management Systems (LMS) are a central part of any eLearning business. They are used to provide students with the resources and the learning content they need to participate on the program. A cost effective solution can always be found in Open Source Learning Management Systems that are usually web based application. This gives them the advantage of creating a to-go learning atmosphere. From every computer in the world that has an internet browser installed the learning management system can be easily accessed. There is no need to install additional software. Thus, students to not have to either own a computer or have the right to install software on it to access the contents of the eLearning provider.
 

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ICTs and future workplaces

A major benefit of the use of ICTs in today’s classroom can be found in its potential to prepare the students for a future workplace. There will be more and more jobs that require competence with computers, Internet and other information technology. The so-called “technological literacy” is becoming increasingly important. It is one of the key skills identified by enGauge (a project of the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory). This project researched the skills needed at the working places of the 21st century. The skills fall into four categories:
 

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