Ekurhuleni West TVET College
Digital Transformation with Snapplify
Key Challenges
Textbook Distribution Logistics
The college faced heavy administrative burdens in distributing print textbooks to students, consuming time and resources.
Support and Technological Concerns
Concerns existed about whether the new system would demand significant technological support from the already stretched ICT team.
Lack of LMS Integration
Although they had implemented Brightspace, the lack of digital textbook integration made it difficult for students to engage seamlessly with course materials.
Limited Access to Course Content
Students needed quicker and easier access to textbooks to support their studies, especially as digital learning became more essential.
Improvements and Successes
Ekurhuleni West TVET College has seen significant improvements since adopting Snapplify, including:
- Reduced Administrative Burden
- Snapplify Engage provided an all-in-one digital platform for managing and delivering eBooks, reducing the college's logistical efforts in distributing textbooks.
- Seamless LMS Integration
- Through Snapplify’s integration with Brightspace, students could access their prescribed textbooks directly within the LMS, creating a streamlined experience.
- Enhanced Student Access
- Students could now access their course materials from any device, at any time, significantly improving their learning experience.
- Comprehensive Support
- Snapplify’s Customer Success Team provided continuous support, ensuring smooth implementation and minimal demand on the ICT team.
“Concerns we had about setup and support were quickly allayed. Snapplify’s customer success team was on hand to set up prescribed lists and create links within the LMS, allowing students to easily access their course materials.”
Implementation
Digital eBook Provision
Snapplify enabled the college to transition from printed textbooks to eBooks, saving time and reducing the complexity of textbook management.
LMS Integration Setup
Snapplify worked with the ICT team to fully integrate digital content into the Brightspace LMS, ensuring a smooth transition for students from the LMS to Snapplify Engage.
Customised Prescribed Lists
Snapplify assisted the college in setting up custom-prescribed textbook lists, linked directly to the relevant courses, eliminating manual administrative processes.
Scaled Rollout Plan
Snapplify worked closely with Ekurhuleni West TVET College to gradually roll out digital content across various courses, allowing for a manageable and phased digital transition.
Training and Ongoing Support
Comprehensive training sessions were provided to both staff and students, ensuring they were comfortable with the new system. Continued customer support ensured any arising issues were quickly addressed.
The decision to choose Snapplify
Ekurhuleni West TVET College had initially been intrigued by Snapplify due to its proven effectiveness and its close partnership with Vastratech, which assured a low-support implementation. The college recognized that Snapplify’s solution would not only alleviate their administrative burdens but also provide a more seamless student experience by integrating with their existing Brightspace LMS.
About Ekurhuleni West TVET College
Ekurhuleni West TVET College is a leading Technical and Vocational Education and Training institution in South Africa, with approximately 17,000 students. Committed to providing high-quality education, the college sought to enhance its learning ecosystem by moving from traditional print resources to a more integrated, digital experience that would align with their learning management system (LMS), Brightspace. Snapplify helped the college achieve this transformation by offering a seamless digital content delivery solution.