Creating an implementation plan for the new TUI learning management system, Desire2learn (D2L)The process of implementing the new TUI learning management system, Desire2learn (D2L) involves defining business requirements and an actual projection in terms of costs for the new system while putting in mind present and future needs.Most successful TUI learning management system, Desire2learn (D2L) execution entail a selection process than involves all stakeholder factions such as faculty, educators and learners, representatives from various departments, and even business line that may be impacted positively or negatively with the implementation process. Prioritization of prerequisites should also be made in order to find a system that meets the technical and functional threshold both present and future. This information can be obtained through various conventions, conducting focus groups as well as surveys (Levensaler et al. 2009). By and large, the general process and far reaching directives and detailed functionality should be a consideration. Some of the functional features would include optional and obligatory features. The robustness and reliability of the system will be looked into. The easy of use, when it comes to grading, reporting and support will equally be considered. The system should also be able to present a graphical user interface, to enhance individualized learning and student involvement. Administrative features should also form the basis of the implementation process in terms of what managerial, reporting and systematic features are needed. The question of whether or not the system can be customized to meet institutional needs should be evaluated. The issue of scalability, integration and reliability should also be tested. During the implementation process, it should be determined whether or not the institution requires an external vendor or its own (Expertus, 2009). The environment under which the system runs should be secure. The easy to upgrade and maintain the system should be investigated among other features. The institution should undertake to determine whether or not the vendor is responsive in the event of a technical hitch or any anomaly that arises. The institution should evaluate testimonials from current clients to forge way forward (ELSAP, 2009).A learning technique should represent a way in which to offer learning programs to users to realize their academic objectives. In addition, it is essential to concentrate on pedagogical techniques as well as models relevant to the TUI such as collaborative, problem-centered, case centered and tentative learning. It is also vital to assess the learner-learner association and the quality of teaching content including text, video and multimedia (Expertus, 2009).This is a widely used approach used by many learning institutions to appropriately choose products. In education, providers regularly use request for proposals (RFPs) as a requirement to acquire a learning management system. This is because; RFPs outline the necessary information regarding the institution that the supplier is required to meet. Integrating scenarios in the RFPs is effective as it presents a clear sign concerning how the learning management plan supplier can meet the requirements of the institution. So as to meet the required buy-in and guarantee user commitment in the selection procedure, it is vital to institute a task force with experts from different academic departments to evaluate submissions. With respect to relevancy, TUI can weight and assess sections of the RFPs in a different way. In addition, initiate a rating structure and use it in the assessment of proposal reliability. Every rating can as well entail feedback section fro definite or wide-ranging views. In this way, TUI will be getting quantitative assessment as well as subjective views of every specification from every supplier. Emphasize on priority specifications; these are requirements should be considered by the supplier (LMS, 2011). In case same of these specifications are not directly fulfilled by the learning management system, it is important to get rid of that supplier. Conversely, the institution may opt to retain the supplier till the one with required specifications is obtained. Nevertheless, a number of institutions organize on-site meetings and demonstrations, this aimed at giving the suppliers a chance to respond to questions. As such, suppliers to be clear on what section of functionality is integrated out-of the box with slight configurations adjustments and what sections call for customization. In most cases, it is informative for the suppliers to answer well-defined use scenarios rather than responding to basic demos of the entire system (Expertus, 2009). The use scenario is a inventory of action-centered activities which demonstrate the capability of the management system to meet the requirements of an institution. In this manner, onsite meeting will force the supplier to concentrate on activities as well as issues the institution has to confront.Selecting and implementing a new TUI learning management system, Desire2learn (D2L) is a perennial, mission-centered obligation. The learning management system (LMS) should be an extensible system, scalable enough to keep up with institutional needs. The system must be an adaptable and complete solution that is versatile and easily tailored and cost effective. 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