ABSTRACT
A VLE can be viewed as a useful collection of e-learning tools in a package that allows a common interface and sharing of data between the tools. While the specifics of any one VLE will vary, on the whole they offer similar functionality. We can think of a VLE as having three dimensions to its functionality, each of which represents a different interface and audience (Figure 3.1). The three dimensions are:
• Institutional – a VLE needs to integrate with other university systems, including student records, library systems, content management, etc. Being able to do this in an efficient manner is a primary concern for the IT specialists who will deploy and support a VLE.
