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Towards a global educational technology environment

Technology integration at RMIT University

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Abstract

RMIT is at the point of commencement of integrating its core Learning Management System (Blackboard) to a singular global presence. This step will transition the University from its historical base of operating two independent LMS systems, to a unified global systems presence. Additional to this, the university has integrated a suite of technologies for global deployment that enrich and personalise the online learning environment for local delivery, but within a global framework. In parallel, emphasis has been placed on transitioning assessment practice to fully online grading and the availability of professional development delivered in a fully online format. Presented here are the core aspects of the design and implementation of the integrated RMIT educational technology suite and its immediate future directions.

 

Keywords

Online learning, technology integration, strategic planning, mobile technologies.