Features
Release 9.1 features new social learning and teaching tools that foster more logical, visually impacting, and active learning opportunities for students. Some new features which may be of interest are highlighted below:
Communication & Collaboration Tools
- Course Wikis enable active collaboration around course content and group projects.
- Blogs and Journals promote conversation and reflection.
- Group Tools simplify group communication and collaboration.
Interactivity
- Mash-ups integrate Web 2.0 resources from youtube.com, slideshare.com and flickr.com. YouTube player with built in accessible controls.
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- Instructor Dashboard monitors activity and progress by aggregating and filtering key course information so students and educators can see what's new and what needs attention through the lens of fresh activity.
Inclusion
- Advanced Accessibility Options that have been Gold Level certified by the National Federation of the Blind for Non-Visual Accessibility.
Assessment
- Customised Grading Views enables an educator to instantly view grade data.
- The Grade Centre provides enhanced feedback for tests, assignments, and group assignments.
Integrated Tools
- TurnitinUK
- QuestionMark Perception
- ePortfolios
Peer Feedback
- Self and Peer Assessment tool allows students to evaluate self and peer submissions.