Evaluating a learning management system for blended learning in Greek higher education

Area of Science:

• Educational Technology
• Higher Education Pedagogy

Background:

• The increasing adoption of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in higher education.
• The specific context of Greek Universities and Technological Educational Institutions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To examine the literature on LMS for blended learning in Greece.
• To evaluate the Open eClass platform at the TEI of Ionian Islands.
• To assess student perceptions of blended learning implementation.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of LMS in Greek higher education.
• Case study of Open eClass implementation at TEI of Ionian Islands.
• Student evaluation of the platform across six dimensions.

Main Results:

• Open eClass is successfully utilized for blended learning.
• Student participation and physical presence were not negatively impacted.
• Online resources and video lectures served as valuable supplementary tools.

Conclusions:

• Blended learning with Open eClass enhances student study habits.
• The platform effectively supports educational material improvement and accessibility.
• Concerns about reduced student engagement were unfounded.