Online Learning Platforms & Tools Flashcards

Which feature allows an instructor to see which students have viewed content and how often they log in?

Answer: Learning analytics or activity reports

LMS analytics and activity reports show engagement data such as views and logins.

What is a key benefit of using a grading rubric in an LMS assignment?

Answer: Transparent, consistent criteria for scoring

Rubrics communicate expectations and promote consistent, transparent grading.

Which US law protects the privacy of student education records, including those held in an online platform?

Answer: FERPA

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act governs student education records at US institutions.

Which web accessibility guidelines are most commonly referenced for online course materials?

Answer: WCAG

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines are the standard reference for digital accessibility.

Which tool would an instructor most likely use to create a short narrated screen-recorded lecture?

Answer: Lecture capture or screencasting software

Screencasting tools record screen and audio for on-demand lectures.

In a video conference, what are breakout rooms best used for?

Answer: Small-group collaboration during a live session

Breakout rooms split participants into small groups for discussion or activities.

What does single sign-on (SSO) provide for learners using several course tools?

Answer: One set of credentials for multiple systems

SSO lets users authenticate once and access multiple connected tools.