In this episode of Online Education Across the Atlantic, hosts Phil, Neil, and Morgan dive into the conference season in the world of learning management systems. They discuss D2L's focus on engaging interactive content through the acquisition of H5P, Anthology's new direction under fresh leadership, and the challenges faced by Instructure in clearly communicating their product roadmap. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of AI on content development and the future of LMS products. Join us as we explore the insights gained from attending user conferences, the strategic moves companies are making to stay competitive, and the importance of understanding the needs of educators and learners in the ever-evolving landscape of online education.

00:00 Morgan and Phil covered four conferences.

08:34 D2L focuses on interactive content for education.

11:16 Reflections on H5P and its acquisition.

19:48 AI's impact on content development and adoption.

25:53 Instructure's school vision includes ecological exploration.

28:01 Similarities in product development and lifelong learning.

34:47 Comparing AI in education and K-12 impact.

40:47 Misty Frost marketing Instructure moves to Spokane.

49:06 Critical assessment of educational technology market trends.

53:42 Anthology's realistic approach to competition and market strategy.

59:16 AI and new leadership revitalize education market.

01:02:57 Is new leadership guiding Moodle effectively?