Web-based Learning Management System Considerations for Higher Education

Abstract

Coinciding with the development and growth of the Internet, there has been a dramatic\nincrease in the application of the Learning Management Systems (LMS) in higher\neducation. University and college campuses should consider evaluating each LMS to\nensure that the system meets the requirements and demands of the institution. Therefore,\nthe purpose of this study is to present a model which incorporates the concepts and\nfindings from research on LMS application in higher education. The alternative model\nwas modified based on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). In addition, five\ncategories of LMS features for higher education are discussed including: (1) transmitting\ncourse content; (2) evaluating students; (3) evaluating courses and instructors; (4)\ncreating class discussions; and (5) creating computer-based instruction. This study\nreviews and discusses prior research and provides several recommendations including a\nmodel of development and design of an LMS for future implementation in higher\neducational environments.