Learning Management Systems
Google, Instructure, and PowerSchool in the Classroom: Usage Insights and Legal Concerns
As K–12 schools increasingly rely on digital platforms like Google Classroom, Canvas, and Schoology, usage data reveals a clear trend: strategic dual-LMS adoption is on the rise. However, alongside this growing reliance on EdTech tools, a parallel story is unfolding—one marked by legal scrutiny. In the second part of this post, we shift focus to ... Google, Instructure, and PowerSchool in the Classroom: Usage Insights and Legal Concerns Read More
Learning Management Systems in Oceania
With nearly 350 higher education institutions across Australia and New Zealand, Oceania represents a distinct and evolving learning management system market. This marks our first official deep dive into the region—and it arrives at a critical moment. In this post, we trace the historical dominance of Moodle, analyze the rise of newer platforms like Canvas ... Learning Management Systems in Oceania Read More
The State of the LMS Market in 2024: Trends in K-12
Key Takeaways: The Learning Management System (LMS) landscape for K-12 schools in North America has undergone remarkable changes in the last few years. Driven by factors such as the pandemic and funding surges, the market has seen rapid evolution. With 9,658 LMS implementations across the United States and Canada in our database, digital learning platforms ... The State of the LMS Market in 2024: Trends in K-12 Read More
How Can Anthology Make ‘Together’ Really Mean ‘Together’?
Key Takeaways: Many multi-product vendors argue that they offer product ecosystems, where their products interact and produce a value greater than the sum of their parts. They further say that, because of this interaction, one of their products should be more valuable to users if these users have already implemented another of their products in ... How Can Anthology Make ‘Together’ Really Mean ‘Together’? Read More
D2L Fusion 2024: The Role of the LMS in Transforming Teaching and Learning
Educational technology conferences share the same aspects. Attendees hear ambitious keynote talks and flashy feature announcements, participate in deep-dive sessions and networking opportunities, and navigate huge hotels and long lines for coffee. However, this year’s D2L Fusion conference—held in Toronto—was different in two ways. First, the organizers added an element of local charm to all ... D2L Fusion 2024: The Role of the LMS in Transforming Teaching and Learning Read More
InstructureCon 2024: A Partnership Unlocking Possibilities
I spent last week at InstructureCon 2024 in Las Vegas, experiencing the city’s scorching heat, with temperatures soaring daily between 45 and 47°C (113 and 116°F). My wife accompanied me as I celebrated the big 50. On our arrival on Monday, we had tickets to a comedy show. Being avid walkers, we thought a short ... InstructureCon 2024: A Partnership Unlocking Possibilities Read More
The Impact of the Move to Remote Learning on K-12 Ecosystems
Technology implementations related to teaching and learning in US K-12 school districts increased during the pandemic, with a combined annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21% between 2019 and 2021. Every technology category increased over this period, with Conferencing Systems (105%), Assessment and Evaluation Solutions (22%), E-Learning Solutions (18%), and Learning Management Systems (19%) showing the ... The Impact of the Move to Remote Learning on K-12 Ecosystems Read More
Different, But the Same
Key Takeaways for This Post Differences in Educational Structures: The text highlights significant structural differences between the higher education systems in Canada and in the United States. Canada has a higher proportion of two-year colleges compared to the US. On the other hand, the US has a notable number of institutions offering programs of less ... Different, But the Same Read More
Deconstructing LMS RFPs: The Most Popular Evaluation Criteria
Writing a request for proposals to replace your current LMS is one of the most daunting tasks for non-procurement specialists. To help you accomplish this, you may decide to browse listserv archives or again, you may ask your colleagues in other universities what they included in this type of document. As an alternative, you could ... Deconstructing LMS RFPs: The Most Popular Evaluation Criteria Read More
Unveiling the Power of Business Partnerships in EdTech
In educational technology, the necessity of cultivating strategic business partnerships is undeniable. As classrooms evolve into dynamic digital environments and learners navigate an increasingly interconnected world, the complexities of integrating technology seamlessly into education become apparent. While considering educational technology, we define a business partnership as a collaborative arrangement between companies aimed at advancing innovation ... Unveiling the Power of Business Partnerships in EdTech Read More
What 25,000 Implementations Tell Us About the North American LMS Market
Note: This post combines all K-12 school districts and HigherEd institutions in North America. The North American LMS market has evolved a lot over the past decade. The change is not in the proposed solutions but in the leading systems. In 2014, the two leading products were Moodle (31%) followed by Blackboard (26%). Today, Canvas ... What 25,000 Implementations Tell Us About the North American LMS Market Read More
