How can faculty be informed of LMS support resources?

1 LMS orientation

One of the best ways to inform faculty of LMS support resources is to provide them with an orientation session before they start using the LMS. This session can be delivered online or in person, and should cover the basics of the LMS, such as how to log in, create courses, upload content, communicate with students, and grade assignments. The orientation should also introduce the faculty to the different types of support resources available, such as tutorials, guides, FAQs, help desk, forums, and feedback channels. The orientation should encourage the faculty to explore the LMS and use the support resources whenever they need help.

2 LMS newsletter

Another way to inform faculty of LMS support resources is to send them a regular newsletter via email or other communication channels. The newsletter can include updates on the LMS features, tips and tricks, best practices, success stories, and upcoming events. The newsletter can also highlight the support resources that are relevant to the topics covered, and provide links to access them. The newsletter should be concise, engaging, and useful for the faculty, and should invite them to share their feedback and questions.

3 LMS community

A third way to inform faculty of LMS support resources is to create and foster a community of LMS users among the faculty. This can be done by creating a dedicated space on the LMS or another platform, where faculty can interact with each other, ask questions, share ideas, and collaborate on projects. The community can also host webinars, workshops, and peer mentoring sessions, where faculty can learn from each other and from experts. The community can also showcase the support resources that are available and how to use them effectively.

4 LMS evaluation

A fourth way to inform faculty of LMS support resources is to conduct periodic evaluations of the LMS usage and satisfaction among the faculty. This can be done by using surveys, interviews, focus groups, analytics, and other methods, to collect feedback and data on how the faculty are using the LMS, what challenges they are facing, what benefits they are gaining, and what improvements they are suggesting. The evaluation can also assess how aware and satisfied the faculty are with the support resources, and what gaps and needs they have. The evaluation can then inform the development and improvement of the support resources, and communicate the results and actions to the faculty.

6 LMS advocacy

A sixth way to inform faculty of LMS support resources is to enlist and empower the faculty who are already proficient and enthusiastic about the LMS, to advocate for the LMS and the support resources among their peers. This can be done by creating a network of LMS ambassadors, champions, or leaders, who can act as role models, mentors, and influencers for other faculty. The LMS advocates can also provide feedback and suggestions to the LMS administrators and developers, and help shape the future of the LMS and the support resources. The LMS advocates can use various channels, such as presentations, blogs, podcasts, and social media, to spread the word and raise awareness about the LMS and the support resources.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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