University embraces eLearning technology to boost student engagement and productivity
Edutech, a leading education and learning solutions company, announced the successful implementation of 'Blackboard Learn Course Delivery' at the Abu Dhabi University (ADU). The web-based learning solution is designed to allow students and faculty to participate in classes delivered online or use online materials and activities to complement face-to-face teaching. The University embraced the Blackboard Learn Course delivery module in order to boost student engagement and productivity through open and extended learning.
By incorporating the 'Blackboard Learn Course Delivery' in its curriculum, ADU can now leverage world-class systems and learning methodologies that provide students unlimited access to course materials, discussion boards, online quizzes and academic resource centre without any file type and course size restriction. Students can also connect virtually with their teachers and classmates via the 'Enhanced Discussion Tool with an in-built grading tool that allows teachers to grade students based on online discussions. The system also boasts of other communication tools such as virtual chat, email, pop-up announcements and blogs. Furthermore, instructors can elicit greater student interest by creating customised courses that make the subject matter more appealing to them.
"Our adoption of the 'Blackboard Learn Course Delivery' is in line with our mission to provide our students with focused, high-quality and career-oriented undergraduate and graduate degree programs, which can mold them to become globally-competitive professionals who drive the nation's continuous movement towards progress," said Dr. Nabil Ibrahim, ADU Chancellor, Abu Dhabi University. "There is no doubt in the impact of technology on the lives of today's youth, and we seek to capitalise on this fact by partnering with an expert in the deployment of cutting-edge eLearning solutions. Edutech's extensive experience in successfully implementing similar projects for many leading universities in the region ensured the successful completion of this initiative."
In addition to providing unrestricted access to a large volume of information to students, the 'Blackboard Learn Course Delivery' can also increase efficiency among ADU's instructors. Teachers can measure students' knowledge retention through assessment and feedback tools, while allowing them to save time in preparing their lesson plans. Better organisation and security can also be achieved through the availability of folders and learning modules for content, and a grade book that allows students to see only their own grades.
"We are very excited to work closely with Abu Dhabi University in this project. We are sure that the solution will bring about significant and positive changes in the way technology is used to enhance the learning and teaching experience in the campus. We are confident that this undertaking will be another addition to our list of successful Blackboard implementations for top academic institutions across the region," concluded ASF Karim, CEO, Edutech.
Leveraging its domain, technology and execution experience, Edutech is focused on facilitating skills enhancement and knowledge enrichment through its portfolio of 21st century solutions to address educational institutions' present requirements while leaving them the option to scale up for the future. In addition to the Abu Dhabi University, the company has completed implementations within other prestigious institutions in the region.
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About EdutechEdutech is a leading provider of education solutions and services. By facilitating knowledge enrichment and enhancement, we enable academic institutions and corporate organizations to improve performance. As "Learning Specialists", we assist academic institutions, companies and governments to make learning innovative, easy, fast and fun. Leveraging our deep industry, technology and product expertise, we help customers create an environment that fosters a community of continuous learning and improvement.
Established in 1991, Edutech has grown into a global corporation with offices around the world. Today, the company offers an entire spectrum of education solutions that enhances learning in classrooms, libraries, corporate and industrial training centers and school, college and vocational laboratories. For more information, please visit www.edutech.com.
About Abu Dhabi University:
Abu Dhabi University was chartered as a private institution of higher learning in the year 2000 under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan the Ruler's Representative in the Western Region and President of Abu Dhabi University Board of Trustees.
The University is licensed by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research with all its degree programs accredited. The University of Abu Dhabi currently serves over 4300 students at its two campuses in Abu Dhabi & Al Ain.
ADU Colleges are open to students from all nationalities and are based on the American model of higher Education. ADU comprises of the following Colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business Administration and the College of Engineering and Computer Science. ADU has also most recently established the College of Research and Graduate Studies, which is committed to applied strategic research to contribute to the UAE's economic knowledge and its society, as well as evolving into a national and regional leader in graduate education. The College integrates discovery, teaching and learning with interdisciplinary focus and public service. For more information, please visit www.adu.ac.ae
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