John Baker

D2L HONOURED IN ITS HOMETOWN

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Thursday, December 3, 2020
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"D2L was founded around a mission, and thats to change the way the world learns, says John Baker, President and CEO of D2L.

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  • "D2L was founded around a mission, and thats to change the way the world learns, says John Baker, President and CEO of D2L.
  • The fact that were being honoured in Waterloo, a home to so many innovative companies and the birthplace of D2L, makes this award even more meaningful.
  • Working closely with organizations globally, D2L has transformed the way millions of people learn online and in the classroom.
  • Learn more about D2L for schools, higher education and businesses at www.D2L.com .

D2L GARNERS NATIONAL RECOGNITION WITH PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

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Thursday, November 26, 2020
Educational software, Articles, Education, D2L, John Baker, Organizational culture, Mississauga

Mississauga-based Waterstone Human Capital has named D2L as one of Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures in 2020, a national award program now in its 17th year.

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  • Mississauga-based Waterstone Human Capital has named D2L as one of Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures in 2020, a national award program now in its 17th year.
  • In submitting for the award, D2L highlighted its success in creating a work environment that inspires employees to innovate, collaborate and excel.
  • The submission also highlighted D2Ls numerous employee reward and recognition programs as key drivers in building a thriving corporate culture.
  • "D2L is a company focused on helping people grow and succeed, says John Baker, President and CEO of D2L.

D2L RECOGNIZED AS INDUSTRY LEADER

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Tuesday, November 24, 2020
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Kitchener, Waterloo, Nov. 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, global learning technology leader D2L is honoured to announce that Training Industry (Training Industry Magazine and TrainingIndustry.com) has named D2L as a Top 20 learning management system (LMS) company worldwide.

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  • Kitchener, Waterloo, Nov. 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, global learning technology leader D2L is honoured to announce that Training Industry (Training Industry Magazine and TrainingIndustry.com) has named D2L as a Top 20 learning management system (LMS) company worldwide.
  • Training Industry selects its top LMS companies based on the following criteria, which they identified D2L and the Brightspace platform as a clear leader in:
    Being named a Top 20 learning solution by Training Industry is exciting, says John Baker, President and CEO of D2L.
  • Its gratifying to be recognized for what were focused on as a company: modern skills development, rapid upskilling and reskilling, and improving employee talent attraction and retention.
  • Working closely with organizations globally, D2L has transformed the way millions of people learn online and in the classroom.

BURSTING SILVER AND D2L DELIVER ONLINE LEARNING AS PARTNERS

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Thursday, October 8, 2020
Education, Articles, D2L, John Baker, Kitchener, Ontario, Distance education, Educational technology

Kitchener, Waterloo, Oct. 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today that it is partnering with Toronto-based Bursting Silver Inc. to provide online learning for their customer base.

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  • Kitchener, Waterloo, Oct. 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today that it is partnering with Toronto-based Bursting Silver Inc. to provide online learning for their customer base.
  • Bursting Silver is a leading information technology company specializing in delivering membership management and online learning for clients in the association, regulatory, and union sectors.
  • With D2L, we are now able to provide our clients with an online education platform that engages their membership.
  • Were really excited to be working with the Bursting Silver team, says John Baker, president and CEO of D2L.

D2L LAUNCHES ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT TOOL

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
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Kitchener, Waterloo, Sept. 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today it is launching an integrated assessment management tool in Brightspace.

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  • Kitchener, Waterloo, Sept. 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today it is launching an integrated assessment management tool in Brightspace.
  • As part of a new partnership with leading Australian EdTech pioneer Janison , Brightspace users will now have access to Janison Insights , a market-leading online assessment tool.
  • The integration of Janison Insights into D2Ls Brightspace will provide D2L customers with:
    We are very pleased with this partnership with D2L, says David Caspari, Janisons Chief Executive Officer.
  • This partnership is giving customers very compelling reasons to choose the D2L Brightspace-Insights solution, says John Baker, President and Chief Executive Officer of D2L.

D2L AND INTEGRITY ADVOCATE ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP

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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
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Kitchener, Waterloo, June 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today that it is partnering with Integrity Advocate, the next evolution of proctoring technology, to support academic integrity in online learning.

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  • Kitchener, Waterloo, June 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L announced today that it is partnering with Integrity Advocate, the next evolution of proctoring technology, to support academic integrity in online learning.
  • Through unique biometric ID verification & AI assisted participation monitoring, Integrity Advocate makes sure that students, employees and contractors receive and retain critical information during their online learning experience while protecting program integrity and learner privacy.
  • Were committed to making online learning the best experience it can possibly be, says Scott Dellinger, Chief Technology Officer at Integrity Advocate.
  • We were looking for an online learning integrity solution to offer for our corporate and educational clients, and it was quickly apparent that Integrity Advocate was the ideal partner, says John Baker, President and CEO of D2L.

D2L Announces 2020 Excellence Award Winners

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Thursday, April 16, 2020
Educational software, Educational technology, Learning, D2L, John Baker, Kitchener, Ontario

Kitchener, Waterloo, April 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L today announced the recipients of the 2020 D2L Excellence Awards, which recognize educators, trainers and leaders in employee engagement that have used D2Ls Brightspace platform to deliver innovative, collaborative, and successful learning experiences.

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  • Kitchener, Waterloo, April 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global learning technology leader D2L today announced the recipients of the 2020 D2L Excellence Awards, which recognize educators, trainers and leaders in employee engagement that have used D2Ls Brightspace platform to deliver innovative, collaborative, and successful learning experiences.
  • We recognize leaders in learning because they inspire us, and because we learn from them, said John Baker, CEO of D2L.
  • The D2L family of companies includes D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, and D2L Brasil Solues de Tecnologia para Educao Ltda.
  • All D2L marks are trademarks of D2L Corporation.

New Partnership Integrates 42 Lines' Harmonize into D2L Brightspace LMS

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Thursday, April 16, 2020
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The LTI-based integration enables institutions to use Harmonize within the D2L Brightspace learning management system (LMS).

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  • The LTI-based integration enables institutions to use Harmonize within the D2L Brightspace learning management system (LMS).
  • "This partnership is an opportunity for us to join together to offer institutions an elevated discussion board platform, all while never leaving Brightspace," said John Baker, president and CEO of D2L.
  • "We are excited about the integration between D2L's Brightspace and Harmonize and its seamless offering for both the students and instructors."
  • "The integration with Brightspace puts Harmonize one click away for everyone who uses this popular LMS."

D2L RECOGNIZED FOR DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

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Thursday, February 27, 2020
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Kitchener, Waterloo , Feb. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Universum, a global leader in employer branding, announced today that it has named D2L to its prestigious index of employers recognized as leaders in diversity and inclusion.

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  • Kitchener, Waterloo , Feb. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Universum, a global leader in employer branding, announced today that it has named D2L to its prestigious index of employers recognized as leaders in diversity and inclusion.
  • The survey asked students to identify companies they saw as strongly committed to diversity and inclusion, support for gender equality and respect for people.
  • The most successful companies are the ones that look like the people they serve, says John Baker, President and CEO of D2L.
  • The D2L family of companies includes D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, and D2L Brasil Solues de Tecnologia para Educao Ltda.