Open-source vs proprietary VLE

An exploratory study of staff perceptions

Authors

  • Harsh Suri
  • Margot Schuhmacher

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14742/apubs.2008.2505

Keywords:

staff perceptions of open-source and proprietary virtual learning environments

Abstract

This paper explores staff perceptions of two open-source Virtual learning environments (VLEs), Sakai 2.4.1 and Moodle 1.8, compared to Blackboard Vista 4. In general, staff felt that Sakai was simpler to use, but lacked some of the richer functionality available in Blackboard. A general dissatisfaction with both Sakai and Blackboard led to trialling of Moodle which was perceived more favourably than Blackboard.

 

 

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Published

2008-11-25

Issue

2008: 2008 ASCILITE Conference Companion Materials

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ASCILITE Conference - Posters

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