The use of learning management systems in the United States

The predictions for technology-infused classrooms and online teaching environments are that by 2007 more than half of all university students will take courses online and all students will use technology daily in their studies (Horton, 2000). The social construction of knowledge demands the necessity of community in online classrooms and technologyrich learning environments. More research is needed to help us explore critical questions about both the form and structure of web-based teaching and learning (Falvo, 1999). Course designers need to address the sociocultural context of the online learning environment as well as the content or subject matter addressed in their courses (Falvo & Solloway, 2004). Technology is alluring. It can be beautiful, helpful, and even lifesaving (Johnson, 1998). We are on the brink of a revolution in education that integrates web-based technology into learning. Although there are many opinions about Internet technology in learning, the Internet provides valuable resources for the classroom. This technology builds bridges between knowledge and learners and helps these learners construct meaningful understandings.