Internal Quality Control and the Role of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in Higher Education Institutions in Sierra Leone: Then, Now, and Later

Gibrill Amid Sesay; Isaac Muckson Sesay

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Internal Quality Control and the Role of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in Higher Education Institutions in Sierra Leone: Then, Now, and Later

Gibrill Amid Sesay^*

, Isaac Muckson Sesay

Published in Education Journal (Volume 13, Issue 5)

Received: 27 August 2024 Accepted: 18 September 2024 Published: 10 October 2024

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The paper explores the evolution of Internal Quality Control (IQC) in Sierra Leone's higher education institutions (HEIs) with a specific focus on the transformative role of Learning Management Systems (LMS). Beginning with the colonial era, the paper traces the historical context of IQC, emphasizing its informal nature. The post-independence expansion of HEIs introduced quality challenges compounded by economic constraints and political instability. The civil war further disrupted the education sector, and the reconstruction period saw the establishment of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), formalizing IQC processes. The introduction of LMS platforms, such as Moodle and Google Classroom, marked a pivotal shift in enhancing educational quality. LMS has significantly contributed to data-driven decision-making, standardized educational processes, and continuous feedback mechanisms. However, challenges remain, including infrastructural limitations and the urban-rural digital divide. The paper also projects the future of IQC, highlighting the potential integration of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and blockchain in LMS platforms. These advancements promise to revolutionize the educational experience, offering new possibilities for quality assurance and student engagement.

Published in	Education Journal (Volume 13, Issue 5)
DOI	10.11648/j.edu.20241305.16
Page(s)	294-301
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Internal Quality Control, Learning Management Systems, Higher Education Institutions, Educational Quality Assurance

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Sesay, G. A., Sesay, I. M. (2024). Internal Quality Control and the Role of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in Higher Education Institutions in Sierra Leone: Then, Now, and Later. Education Journal, 13(5), 294-301. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.edu.20241305.16

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Sesay GA, Sesay IM. Internal Quality Control and the Role of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in Higher Education Institutions in Sierra Leone: Then, Now, and Later. Educ J. 2024;13(5):294-301. doi: 10.11648/j.edu.20241305.16

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Gibrill Amid Sesay

Directorate of Quality Assurance & International Affairs,Central University,Mafunde,Sierra Leone

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Isaac Muckson Sesay

Directorate of Quality Assurance & International Affairs,Central University,Mafunde,Sierra Leone

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Sesay GA, Sesay IM. Internal Quality Control and the Role of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in Higher Education Institutions in Sierra Leone: Then, Now, and Later. Educ J. 2024;13(5):294-301. doi: 10.11648/j.edu.20241305.16

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