The University of Akron, Learning Management System Search

Selection Process

Selecting a new learning management system doesn't happen overnight. It also can't be selected by a single person. Keeping this in mind, you'll see that much of the selection process is tied to information gathering and face-to-face discussions. The general plan is outlined below. As the process starts moving, deadlines and milestones will be added to the outline.

  1. Collect Information from you (i.e. surveys).
  2. Face-to-Face Discussions.
  3. Define (and agree upon) criteria for a learning management system.
  4. Match the requirements to vendors and arrange for demonstrations.
  5. Participate in the product review cycle and share your opinions.
  6. Vote on the final candidates to select the winner.

Selection Committees

As part of the selection process, Learning Technologies has formed three focused steering committees.

  1. Faculty
  2. Student
  3. System Integration/Administration

These groups are actively working on the needs of the University's next LMS. If you would like to view the notes from the Selection Committee meetings, you may access them from the Events page. If you have any questions about the committees or the selection process, you may contact Suzanne Testerman.

Process Plan

Flowchart of selection process