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The article considers a convergent approach to the synthesis of the information learning environment for higher education, which includes tools for managing educational content and learning trajectories. The process of convergence is defined as synchronization and coordination of electronic educational resources, educational programs and skill levels of specialists. The process is presented within the framework of interaction and lifecycle model synchronization for components of the information learning environment. The environment ensures the convergence of new educational models (electronic, mobile, cloud, mixed, ubiquitous) on the basis of a unified educational management system. The system includes the Alfresco educational content management subsystem, the Moodle learning management subsystem, the learning material presentation subsystem, the knowledge assessment subsystem, the learning activity management subsystem, the requirements of education standards and employers analysis subsystem.
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The reported study was funded by Russian Foundation for Basic Research (RFBR) according to the project № 19-013-00409, 18-07-00975, 18-010-00204
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The reported study was funded by RFBR according to the projects: № 19–013-00409, 18-010-00204, 18–07-00975.
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Finogeev, A., Gamidullaeva, L., Bershadsky, A. et al. Convergent approach to synthesis of the information learning environment for higher education. Educ Inf Technol 25, 11–30 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-019-09903-5
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