The terminology surrounding Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) is often ambiguous and inconsistently applied. Various overlapping terms such as CMS (Content Management System), LMS (Learning Management System), and LAMS (Learning Activity Management System) are frequently used to describe similar or related platforms. These inconsistencies stem from differences in contextual usage, the inclusion or exclusion of specific functionalities, and varied interpretations by different authors.

For instance, the term “LMS” may refer to a Learning Management System—a platform designed for the creation, management, and delivery of learning content. However, some authors use “LMS” to mean Learner Management System, which emphasizes student administrative functions such as timetabling, updating personal information, and managing payment details. Others consider the two terms interchangeable. This lack of consensus necessitates a clear and unified definition.

The Diversiton VLE is defined as an administrative platform that supports teaching, learning, and the online delivery of study material. While this definition may differ from some prevailing interpretations, it is tailored to meet the unique needs of a community course developer.

We use different pedagogical theories, depending on the clients needs.

General Features

• Modern, easy to use interface : Designed to be responsive and accessible, the Moodle interface is easy to navigate on both desktop and mobile devices.
• Personalised My course page : Display current, past and future courses.
• See-at-a-glance Timeline  : From your dashboard see deadlines and calendar events.
• Collaborative tools and activities :  Work and learn together in forums, wikis, glossaries, database activities, and much more.
• Convenient file management  : Drag and drop files or upload from cloud storage services including MS OneDrive, Dropbox and Google Drive.
• Simple and intuitive text editor  : Benefit from the modern, accessible TinyMCE editor.
• Notifications :  When enabled, users can receive automatic alerts on new assignments and deadlines, forum posts and also send private messages to one another.
• Track progress :  Educators and learners can track progress and completion with an array of options for tracking individual activities or resources and at course level.

Administrative Features

• Customisable site design and layout  :  Easily customise a Moodle theme with your logo, colour schemes and much more - or simply design your own theme. : 
• Secure authentication and mass enrolment  : Over 50 authentication and enrolment options to add and enrol users to your Moodle site and courses.
• Multilingual capability : Allow users to view course content and learn in their own language, or set it up for multilingual users and organisations.
• Bulk course creation and easy backup : Add courses in bulk, back up and restore large courses with ease.
• Manage user roles and permissions : Address security concerns by defining roles to specify and manage user access.
• Supports open standards : Readily import and export IMS-LTI, SCORM courses and more into Moodle.
• High interoperability : Freely integrate external applications and content or create your own plugin for custom integrations.
• Simple plugin management  : Install and disable plugins within a single admin interface.
• Regular security updates ;  Moodle is regularly updated with the latest security patches to help ensure your Moodle site is secure.
• Detailed reporting and logs : View and generate Course reports and Site-wide reports

Course Development and Management Features

• Direct learning paths :Design and manage courses to meet various requirements.
• Encourage collaboration : Built-in collaborative publishing features foster engagement and encourage content-driven collaboration.
• Embed external resources : Teach materials and include assignments from other sites and connect to the gradebook in Moodle.
• Multimedia Integration  :  Moodle’s built-in media support enables you to easily search for and insert video and audio files in your courses.
• Multimedia Integration : Moodle’s built-in media support enables you to easily search for and insert video and audio files in your courses.
• Group management  : Group learners to share courses, differentiate activities and facilitate team work.
• Marking workflow : Conveniently assign different markers to assignments, manage grade moderation and control when marks are released to individual learners.
• In-line marking : Easily review and provide in-line feedback by annotating files directly within browser.
• Peer and self assessment : Built-in activities such as workshops and surveys encourages learners to view, grade and assess their own and other course members' work as a group.
• Integrated Badges :  Fully compatible with Mozilla Open Badges, motivate learners and reward participation and achievement with customised Badges.
• Advanced grading : Select from advanced grading methods to tailor the gradebook to your course and examination criteria.
• Competency based marking : Set up competencies with personal learning plans across courses and activities.
• Security and privacy : Teach and share in a private space only you and your class can access.

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