Learning Management System
Selection, Implementation, Administration

Project Description 

In my role as an instructional designer, I led the end-to-end project of selecting, implementing, and governing our organization’s Learning Management System (LMS). This system is our core tool for workforce development training as part of a collegiate competition, so it was essential it aligned with our learning goals and worked smoothly for everyone involved.

 

I began by meeting with various teams within our organization to understand their needs—whether for compliance tracking, course delivery, or special features or integrations. From these conversations, I created a project plan that outlined our goals, timeline, and resources needed to down-select the right system.

 

After evaluating several LMS options, I selected one that best matched our requirements and then coordinated the implementation. This involved setting up the system, integrating it with other tools we use, and making sure we stayed on track with regular team check-ins and clear project milestones.

 

Once the LMS was live, I led a working group and established governance protocols to keep things organized and consistent. These guidelines include rules for user roles, content uploading, and routine system checks, all of which help us maintain a secure, accessible, high-quality learning environment.

 

I also monitor the LMS regularly to check its performance, manage user groups, upload and deploy content, and look at usage analytics to see how people engage with the content.

 

Evaluation and Post-project Reflection

Initial user feedback shows that the system is working as expected. I continue to make the site more accessible and user-friendly and its content more inclusive. Integration with some of our existing systems has also been successful, and I continue to work on automation of key processes. Reflecting on the project, I’m proud of the collaborative approach to aligning the LMS with our organization’s needs and values. Engaging stakeholders early and thoroughly was key to understanding diverse and evolving requirements. I've enjoyed learning and growing my skills along the way.