Education Technology Systems: A Comparison of Learning Management Systems and Educational Management Information Systems and Their Application

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Andrea Ulrich, Development Gateway, United States
Vanessa Sanchez, Development Gateway, Senegal
Brian Mokandu, Development Gateway, Kenya

Abstract

In this paper, we present a comparative analysis of educational technologies and how improved access to data can in turn lead to improved administration and educational outcomes. We present an overview of education management information systems (EMIS) and learning management systems (LMS). We then analyze these different systems on a range of criteria including accessibiltiy, adaptability, interoperability, security, and sustainability. We compare specific brands of software and discuss when a given tool may be more appropriate for a given educational context. We also include several case studies, which discuss how national country governments in Guyana, Togo, and Uganda have selected and adopted different education technologies. Finally, we provide tangible recommendations on how to create strong data governance frameworks and operational planning to ensure successful education technology deployments.

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