US PreK-12 LMS Market Reviewed in New Topical Research Report Published at MarketPublishers.com
US PreK-12 LMS Market Reviewed in New Topical Research Report Published at MarketPublishers.com
London, UK (PRWEB) December 09, 2011
Learning management systems (LMS) enable the administration, tracking and reporting of student information across all types of educational activities; the delivery of courses; as well as the facilitation of cooperation and communication.
With the rapid growth of online education, preK-12 academic institutions in the United States are expected to spend USD 4.9 billion on “self-paced” electronic learning products and services by 2015. That represents a CAGR of 16.8% from 2010 spending levels, outpacing every other segment, including higher education and healthcare.
New market research report “PreK-12 Learning Management Systems: A Market Overview” developed by Simba Information has been recently published by Market Publishers Ltd.
Report Details:
Title: PreK-12 Learning Management Systems: A Market Overview
Published: November, 2011
Pages: 81
Price: US$ 3,250
http://marketpublishers.com/report/technologies_electronics/media/prek_12_learning_management_systems_a_market_overview.html
The brand new report examines the role of learning management systems (LMS) in the U.S. preK-12 sector, unveiling the most interesting data and information like implementation and policy trends, market demand and competitive landscape, future trends and developments. Comprehensive profiles of the leading companies are also provided.
Report Contents:
Methodology
Executive Summary
Chapter 1: Implementation and Policy Trends
Introduction and Definition
Four Broad Classifications for Systems
LMS Functions Widely Implemented
Implementation Continues in 2011-2012
Accountability, Digital Focus, Personalization Call for LMS Capabilities
Looking Ahead with ESEA Reauthorization, Common Core State Standards
States Step up with Digital Initiatives
Table 1.1: Grade Level Implementation of Learning Management Systems
Table 1.2: Duration of LMS Availability in Years
Chapter 2: Market Demand & Competitive Landscape
Introduction
Monitoring Student Progress Tops Uses of LMS
Collaboration Tools Ranks High for Fewer Educators
Roseville (Calif.) Joint Union High School Districts: Move to Blended Learning
Creating Courses, Finding Materials
Volusia (Fla.) County Schools: Professional Development Drives LMS Use
Seeking Expertise, Compatible Course Materials
Forsyth County (Ga.) Schools: Investing in Innovation with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Moving Materials Online
Majority of Districts Choose Outside Source for LMS
Moodle Captures 18.5% Share of PreK-12 LMS Market
Renaissance Place Is Top-Used Tool Similar to LMS
Table 2.1: Percentage of Districts with a Policy Promoting Use of an LMS
Table 2.2: Importance of Individual Features of a Learning Management System
Table 2.3: How Districts Acquired Their LMS
Table 2.4: PreK-12 Market Share of LMS Vendors, Fall 2011
Table 2.5: Districts’ Implementation of Tools with Functions Similar to an LMS
Chapter 3: Conclusions & Outlook
Introduction
Educators Show Strong Impact of LMS
Policy in the Driver’s Seat
New Models: Blended Learning and Virtual Schools
Broader Integration of Online Resources
Increase in Social Networking and Collaboration
Use of Open-Source Materials Increases
Moodle: Open Source and Fast Growing
Budget Concerns Lead Hurdles to Adoption
Support is Another Barrier
Keep it Simple: Single Sign-On, Interoperability Prized
Desire2Learn Works on Single Sign-On
Plato Learning Launches API to Expand Community
Single Sign-On Remains a Goal
Varied District Needs Open Doors for “LMS Lite”
Schools Look for User-Friendliness and Interactivity
Schools Shop by Function Needs, Not Product Type
Vendors See Faster Growth Than Schools Do
LMS Segment Expected to Grow 7% in 2013
Table 3.1: Impact of Use of Digital Materials on Decision to Implement an LMS
Table 3.2: Impact of Implementation of Learning Management System on Use of Digital Materials, Tools and Courses
Table 3.3: Educators’ Views on Impact of LMS on Teaching and Learning
Table 3.4: Integration of Online Tools or Instructional Materials into Classroom Instruction
Table 3.5: Use of Online Classroom Assessment s and Quizzes
Table 3.6: Primary Reasons for Not Implementing an LMS
Table 3.7: Educators’ Views on Future LMS Implementation Plans
Table 3.8: LMS Sales in U.S. PreK-12 Market, 2011-2012 through 2014-2015
Chapter 4: Who’s Who
Blackboard
CompassLearning
Desire2Learn
Edmodo
GlobalScholar
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
It’s Learning
Learning.com
McGraw-Hill
Moodlerooms
Pearson
Plato Learning
Renaissance Learning
Schoology
Sophia Learning
STI
Appendix: Survey Response Detail
More new market research reports by the publisher can be found at Simba Information page.
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