WebCT and Blackboard
It is a web based platform for blended learning.
WebCT is an online management software that aids students in their classes by creating, managing, organizing, and housing a Web-based learning environment. On this site, teachers can post lecture notes and information, grades, past quizzes, and a chat area and bulletin board. Its biggest advantage is that it allows students access to information at any time of the night or day.
"One big issue is that Blackboard and WebCT Announced Agreement to Merge as of October 12th, 2005. The merger of Blackboard and WebCT marks a major milestone in the build- out of networked learning environments by colleges, universities, schools and other education providers. It creates a large, collaborative community of academic institutions-a global e-Learning "Community of Practice"-supported by unsurpassed resources for innovation and support. "
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