Lms notes

Project framework discussion
Present - Naomi, Carolyn, Michelle, Irwin Framework discussion Purpose - ideas for project framework - comments welcome - please use disscussion page In no particular order ...
 * Purpose - big picture vision and connection to TRU strategic goals and priorities - e.g. flexible learning, open learning methods and OER
 * High level goals/criteria and priorities
 * Existing/historical resources and efforts
 * Problem statement re status quo
 * Needs analysis
 * Functional requirements
 * External: Environmental scan - LMS futures, textbook publishers, privacy, open educational practices, hardware devices, student trends, open source software
 * SWOT analysis e.g. existing strengths and weaknesses of current model of development and delivery (OL, campus)
 * Stakeholder analysis
 * Use cases
 * UI design considerations


 * Design approach - early iterations and feedback? Test environment? Decision points to launch larger project? Buy vs build, hybrid? Proprietary vs open? Etc....


 * Methodology stakeholder engagement - transparency
 * Assumptions and constraints e.g. range of options to be considered within scope of study
 * Available resources


 * Scope of pilot
 * Acceptance criteria/testing cycles/reviewers
 * Training and support for stakeholders
 * Resources for implementation and scaling
 * Review of similar processes (e.g. SFU, JIBC, Fishbone - U Calgary D'Arcy Norman
 * Project governance/structure (org chart)& decision matrix
 * Documentation including GANTT chart, critical path, resources, timelines, milestones
 * Timelines, roles and responsibilties