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What is LTI Pro?

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LTI Pro is an enhanced version of Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) that specifically facilitates the connection between Zoom and a Learning Management System (LMS).

According to the provided reference, LTI Pro (Learning Tools Interoperability) allows you to connect Zoom with your LMS and includes an extended feature set of what is offered in the basic LTI.

Understanding LTI Pro

In essence, LTI Pro builds upon the foundational capabilities of a basic LTI integration to offer a more robust connection between your Zoom account and your institution's LMS. This integration is designed to streamline the use of Zoom within the educational environment for both administrators and instructors.

Key Functionality for Instructors

A primary benefit of LTI Pro is the functionality it provides directly to instructors within the LMS interface. The reference highlights that LTI Pro Gives instructors the following functionality:

  • Schedule and manage meetings: Instructors can create and control Zoom meetings directly from their LMS courses.
  • Start or join meetings: Accessing scheduled or ongoing Zoom sessions is simplified.
  • View upcoming meetings: Instructors can easily see their scheduled Zoom sessions within the LMS.

This integration aims to create a seamless workflow, allowing instructors to manage their virtual classroom sessions without needing to leave the LMS platform. It extends the basic LTI features to provide these specific meeting management capabilities tailored for the educational context.