Open Access
American Research Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences
ISSN (Online): 2378-7031
DOI: 10.46568/arjhss
How LMS Shapes Inclusive Education
Research Supervisor, The University of the West Indies, Global Campus.
Citation: Dr. Gabriel Julien, “How LMS Shapes Inclusive Education”, American Research Journal of Humanities and
Social Sciences, Vol 10, no. 1, 2024, pp. 6-15.
Abstract
Learning Management Systems (LMS) augment and boost teaching and learning through online classroom environments.
They also incorporate and encompass inclusive education(Bradley 2021). UsingLMS allows educators to facilitate
discussions, design online activities, set learning expectations, provide options for students, and render assistance in
problem-solving. Students become more engaged and enthusiastic in learning and because they are motivated, intelligence
and cognition are optimized. However, it is the responsibility of educators to manage these systems effectively and
competently to accentuate cognition. On the other hand,inclusive education instructs students in the same environment
and affirms diversity, equityand equality. An inclusive environment ensures that all students feel comfortable, safe, and
motivated to do their best. It is a fact that the use of LMS is rapidly changing teaching and learning. Dalton (2017) resolutely
affirmed that the availability of technology in education facilitates inclusion. United Nations (2017) also affirmed that
technology has the potential to support inclusive education. Thus, LMS can encourage authentic inclusive environments
that embrace allstudents, especially those who are disabled. Salas-Pilco et al. (2022) noted that the positive effects of
technology depend solely on how it is appliedin teaching. They also emphasized thatbecause these new technologiesoffer
more equal opportunities for learning they can embrace inclusive education. Salas-Pilco et al. (2022) acknowledged
that while there is no concrete formula for creating inclusive classrooms, educational institutions are free to use their
approach to genuinely create inclusion.