How Northern Virginia Community College Transformed LMS Content Management with Atomic Search
Managing online course content at scale is no easy task — just ask Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA). As one of the largest institutions in the Virginia Community College System (VCCS), NOVA serves over 75,000 students across six campuses and online. With online enrollment growing 31.2% since the pandemic, faculty needed a better way to manage, locate, and update course materials efficiently.
The challenge? Outdated content was difficult to find and update, leading to inefficiencies and help desk tickets. Faculty struggled with broken video links, inconsistent course materials, and time-consuming searches for resources within the LMS. As Dr. Cynthia Pascal, Associate Vice President of eLearning at NOVA, put it: "We needed a solution that allowed faculty to quickly access, update, and manage content without waiting for additional support."
The Solution: Atomic Search
To address these challenges, NOVA implemented Atomic Search, a powerful tool designed to streamline LMS content management. Faculty can now instantly find and update outdated materials, reducing administrative bottlenecks and freeing up more time for teaching. The implementation process was seamless, with a soft launch and internal promotions.
The Impact: Efficiency, Consistency, and a Better Learning Experience
Since adopting Atomic Search, NOVA has seen major improvements in LMS content management:
- Faster content updates: Faculty can locate and fix outdated resources in seconds.
- Improved efficiency: Instructors spend less time searching for materials and more time engaging with students.
- Enhanced course consistency: Atomic Search helps maintain quality and compliance standards across courses.
Dr. Cynthia Pascal, Associate Vice President of eLearning at NOVA, describes Atomic Search as a game-changer: "If you've used Google, you can use Atomic Search. It's that simple."
Want to learn more about how Atomic Search is helping NOVA enhance online learning? Read the full case study here.
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