MNTS Tamil SchoolMinnesota · Est. 2008

Authenticated Open LMS Model

The MNTS Open LMS model mirrors our in-person operations, using OpenLMS for curriculum delivery, assignments, and assessments — enabling teachers to focus on instruction while digital tools handle tracking and grading.

Basic Levels

Mazhalai · Basic 1, 2 & 3

A hybrid paper-and-digital model: printed booklets for in-class instruction, with all assignments submitted exclusively through OpenLMS.

Learning Flow

📖Printed bookletsIn-person instruction
🎧Listening & SpeakingTeacher-led, digital aids
💻OpenLMS assignmentsAll submissions online only
📷Reading & WritingScanned copies via LMS
Teacher reviewTracks completion & retakes
In-class materials
Printed booklets for reading and writing. No student devices in the classroom.
Online-only assignments
All weekly assignments submitted via OpenLMS. No paper submissions accepted.
Listening & Speaking
Recorded and submitted digitally before the next class session.
Reading & Writing
Completed on paper in class, then submitted as scanned copies for teacher review.
Teacher benefits
Classroom time freed for instruction. Digital management allows multiple practice attempts.
Progress tracking
Completion status, retakes, and attendance visible to students, parents, and teachers.

Intermediate Levels

Units 1–18

A fully paperless classroom. Students bring their own devices and complete all four language skills — with speaking and writing receiving personalised teacher feedback.

Learning Flow

📱Student deviceiPad / Chromebook / Laptop
📚Reading & ListeningIn-class via device
🗣️SpeakingClassroom interaction, no device
✍️WritingPaper / notebook in class
🤖H5P auto-grade100% mastery required
👨‍🏫Teacher feedbackVocab, grammar, comprehension
Device requirements
Students bring an iPad, Mac, Chromebook, or Windows laptop. Public school devices preferred.
In-class device use
Devices used only for reading, listening, quizzes, and grammar. Speaking and writing remain device-free.
H5P auto-grading
Interactive components must be completed to 100% without errors. Multiple attempts permitted for mastery.
Teacher assessment
Speaking and writing responses are unique per student. Teachers give individualised feedback on vocabulary, grammar, sentence formation, and comprehension.

Assessment Framework

Basic Levels
  • Paper-based in-class assessments
  • Teacher observation & feedback
  • Digital recording for speaking via OpenLMS
  • Weekly attendance & assignment tracking
Intermediate Levels
  • Fully online assessment for all LSRW skills
  • Standard semester gradebook setup
  • Tracks weekly attendance & completion
  • End-of-semester grade preparation data