SaaS Glossary - Essential Terms Defined

A student portal is a commonly used phrase to describe the login page where students can provide a username and password to gain access to an education organization's programs and other learning-related materials.

Synchronous learning is where students rely on instant communication, such as instant messaging, to interact with their educators and fellow students. This mode of learning is typically carried out online, where technology helps students stay in touch with their peers and instructors.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) stock management is a system that allows businesses to manage all aspects of their business on a single platform, including: stock, finance, planning, logistics and operations. An ERP stock management system provides real-time stock information to the entire organization. This is an important capability for businesses that plan to expand, have complex workflows or supply chains, need advanced automation, operate in “just in time” mode, sell many products or simply wish to maximize their investments in stock. Managing operations using a centralized system not only cuts down on double-handling but also allows for automation of daily tasks.

Single sign-on (SSO) allows users to have an easy and secure login experience for multiple applications using a single set of login credentials. It is an authentication process where users are given only a single set of login credentials to simplify the login process. This prevents the necessity for users to log in and out separately into the various applications.

Shared contacts allow contacts and contact groups to be shared across any or all users. This allows the selected users to access the shared contact details via any platform or device.

Surveys and feedback are a type of research methodologies that involve gathering data from a predetermined group of people in order to obtain information and insights into a variety of topics. They can serve a variety of purposes depending on the methods used.

A SCORM compliant system is a learning management system that abides by the rules set out within SCORM, which stands for Sharable Content Object Reference Model. It is a set of technical standards for eLearning software products.

Special education means specially designed instruction, at no cost to the parents, to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability.

A Student Information System or Student Record System is a software solution designed to help schools track and manage all their student data – everything from grades, attendance, behavioral information, and more.

The search action allows you to quickly and easily narrow down a list of records/conversations and show only those that include the data you're looking for.