Virtual learning environment

STEM Learning Soars in Popularity, Nord Anglia Data Shows

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Nord Anglia Education, Educational institutions, Schools, Articles, Virtual learning environment, Educational technology

LONDON, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nord Anglia Education released global figures today showing that online STEM courses taken by its students between April and June this year were twice as popular compared to the same period last year. The figures are based on students' co-curricular activities on Global Campus, Nord Anglia's online learning platform used by its 67,000 students in 30 countries.

Key Points: 
  • The figures are based on students' co-curricular activities on Global Campus, Nord Anglia's online learning platform used by its 67,000 students in 30 countries.
  • Nord Anglia's data found that between April and June this year, Global Campus recorded a 120% rise in users year on year.
  • Global Campus is Nord Anglia's exclusive online learning platform containing a rich mix of learning materials and resources that complement school curricula.
  • Nord Anglia Education (NAE) is the world's leading premium schools organisation, with 73 schools across 30 countries.

CARLETON UNIVERSITY AND D2L CREATE OPPORTUNITY FOR GREATER LEARNING INNOVATION

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Education, Articles, Learning, D2L, Pedagogy, Educational technology, Carleton University, Blended learning, Virtual learning environment

Kitchener, Waterloo, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today that Carleton University has undergone a successful implementation of D2L Brightspace, providing learners and educators with enhancements of the blended learning experience.

Key Points: 
  • Kitchener, Waterloo, July 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today that Carleton University has undergone a successful implementation of D2L Brightspace, providing learners and educators with enhancements of the blended learning experience.
  • Recently, Carleton University fully launched D2L Brightspace to help take their programs to the next level in a blended environment by offering a range of functions and improved stability for faculty.
  • Specifically, Carleton was looking for a trusted partner and an innovative learning platform with an intuitive user experience and around-the-clock support for faculty and students.
  • D2L Brightspace has created the conditions for greater learning innovation, and D2Ls unwavering focus on partnership has made the entire experience exceptional.

Alabama Community Colleges System and Instructure Expand Canvas Relationship

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Education, Articles, Learning management systems, Instructure, Educational software, Alabama Community College System, Educational technology, ACCS, Virtual learning environment

SALT LAKE CITY, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure today announced that Alabama Community College System (ACCS) has extended its relationship, selecting Canvas LMS for twelve of its colleges for three more years. In addition to using Canvas to deliver a rich, engaging student experience, the schools will add Canvas Studio and Portfolium to provide greater flexibility and equity in how courses are delivered and assessed. The move is designed to ensure that these ACCS campuses are sharing best practices in instructional design through collaboration tools within the learning management system and help prepare students for the future workforce.

Key Points: 
  • SALT LAKE CITY, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure today announced that Alabama Community College System (ACCS) has extended its relationship, selecting Canvas LMS for twelve of its colleges for three more years.
  • In addition to using Canvas to deliver a rich, engaging student experience, the schools will add Canvas Studio and Portfolium to provide greater flexibility and equity in how courses are delivered and assessed.
  • Alabama Community College System (ACCS) selects Canvas LMS for 12 of its colleges, adds Studio and Portfolium products
    "Our schools have relied on Canvas to create a reliable and robust teaching and learning environment for many years now," said Jimmy H. Baker, Chancellor of the Alabama Community College System.
  • Today the Instructure Learning Platform supports more than 30 million educators and learners around the world.

Kino for the Community: Bringing People, Businesses, Schools Back Together Virtually

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Friday, July 23, 2021
Articles, Technology, Science and technology, Groupware, Teleconferencing, Assistive technology, Video, Educational technology, Kino, Videotelephony, Streaming media, Virtual learning environment

Using the Kino streaming video platform, even people who can't or aren't ready to return in person can enjoy visiting neighborhood businesses.

Key Points: 
  • Using the Kino streaming video platform, even people who can't or aren't ready to return in person can enjoy visiting neighborhood businesses.
  • A video streaming chat platform, Kino can be used by businesses, schools, and individuals to connect virtually in a way that feels more natural and personal than traditional video conferencing services.
  • "We're very excited to partner with IDEA as we believe Kino is a perfect application for virtual learning spaces," says Nadav.
  • "We initially created Kino to allow people to have a more natural social experience over a streaming video platform.

Kahoot! integrates with Zoom to deliver engagement in video conferencing and virtual learning

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Articles, Education, Educational technology, Kahoot!, Virtual learning environment, Engagement marketing, Learning

OSLO, Norway, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahoot!, the global learning platform company, today announced that it is joining forces with Zoom Video Communications, Inc. to launch the Kahoot! app for Zoom, making it easy for Zoom meeting participants to access, host and play Kahoot! learning content directly within Zoom Meetings.

Key Points: 
  • , the global learning platform company, today announced that it is joining forces with Zoom Video Communications, Inc .
  • As the world has accelerated the adoption of video communications in work and social contexts, engagement has proven to be key to effective learning, collaboration and connection.
  • Our learning platform makes it easy for any individual or corporation to create, share, and play learning games that drive compelling engagement.
  • Kahoot!

Kahoot! integrates with Zoom to deliver engagement in video conferencing and virtual learning

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Articles, Education, Educational technology, Kahoot!, Virtual learning environment, Engagement marketing, Learning

OSLO, Norway, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Kahoot!, the global learning platform company, today announced that it is joining forces with Zoom Video Communications, Inc. to launch the Kahoot! app for Zoom, making it easy for Zoom meeting participants to access, host and play Kahoot! learning content directly within Zoom Meetings.

Key Points: 
  • , the global learning platform company, today announced that it is joining forces with Zoom Video Communications, Inc .
  • As the world has accelerated the adoption of video communications in work and social contexts, engagement has proven to be key to effective learning, collaboration and connection.
  • Our learning platform makes it easy for any individual or corporation to create, share, and play learning games that drive compelling engagement.
  • Kahoot!

AGRICOLLEGES EXPANDS FOOTPRINT, BOOSTS STUDENT ENGAGEMENT AND STRENGTHENS ITS OFFERING WITH INTERACTIVE LEARNING TOOLS FROM D2L

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Articles, Education, D2L, Educational technology, Human resource management, Onboarding, Virtual learning environment

In doing so, Agricolleges found a platform that is intuitive, mobile-friendly and easy to use for a student base with relatively low computer literacy.

Key Points: 
  • In doing so, Agricolleges found a platform that is intuitive, mobile-friendly and easy to use for a student base with relatively low computer literacy.
  • Working closely with clients all over the world, D2L is supporting millions of people learning online and in person.
  • It is a place that supports all aspects of learning with better engagement and productivity through personalised learning.
  • Like many of our clients, D2L uses its award-winning Brightspace learning platform to support onboarding, compliance training, leadership development, and upskilling of its own employees.

Kahoot! launches new GIPHY integration to deliver more fun, engaging and personalized learning

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Educational technology, Education, Articles, Kahoot!, Technology, Giphy, Virtual learning environment, Quizizz

, the global learning platform company, today announced the launch of a new integration with GIPHY, enabling a free feature which allows all Kahoot!

Key Points: 
  • , the global learning platform company, today announced the launch of a new integration with GIPHY, enabling a free feature which allows all Kahoot!
  • This includes over 8 million teachers and hundreds of millions of students who have enjoyed meaningful learning experiences on the Kahoot!
  • Kahoot!
  • Kahoot!

LearnXtream Launches New Online Academy

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Articles, Education, Educational technology, Educational psychology, Virtual learning environment

One of the sectors that has made a substantial shift to online is the learning and education sector, and for that reason the online academy LearnXtream has launched its new learning platform, now open to students from all around the world.

Key Points: 
  • One of the sectors that has made a substantial shift to online is the learning and education sector, and for that reason the online academy LearnXtream has launched its new learning platform, now open to students from all around the world.
  • Education is a basic right, and we promise to make it as accessible as possible to anyone who wishes to gain it.
  • Founded in 2021, LearnXtream has set a goal to provide enriching and challenging content for anyone wishing to broaden their horizons on a wide array of topics.
  • LearnXtream also offers a 14-day money back guarantee policy, to ensure all students have a worry-free learning experience.

LearnXtream Launches New Online Academy

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Articles, Education, Educational technology, Educational psychology, Virtual learning environment

One of the sectors that has made a substantial shift to online is the learning and education sector, and for that reason the online academy LearnXtream has launched its new learning platform, now open to students from all around the world.

Key Points: 
  • One of the sectors that has made a substantial shift to online is the learning and education sector, and for that reason the online academy LearnXtream has launched its new learning platform, now open to students from all around the world.
  • Education is a basic right, and we promise to make it as accessible as possible to anyone who wishes to gain it.
  • Founded in 2021, LearnXtream has set a goal to provide enriching and challenging content for anyone wishing to broaden their horizons on a wide array of topics.
  • LearnXtream also offers a 14-day money back guarantee policy, to ensure all students have a worry-free learning experience.