As eLearning evolves, the UM System is dedicated to remaining a leader in eLearning innovation. No two learning experiences are the same and with eLearning, we have the opportunity to serve more students than ever before. With collaboration and technological advances, all four UM System universities have the ability to optimize their eLearning capabilities and build upon them, making the possibilities of learning endless.
As part of its strategic plan, the UM System has made resources available for campuses to collaborate and expand eLearning in order to enhance educational experiences while also increasing efficiencies.
View the eLearning strategic plan 
To learn more about the University's eLearning strategy and the eLearning Task Force, review the content below.
A Bold eLearning Strategy
Vision: UM System will be the premier eLearning provider in Missouri and contiguous states in respect to the quality of programs, courses offered and the number of learners served. Our initial focus will be on adult and traditional learners to meet the workforce needs of the state of Missouri and beyond while reaching a goal of at least 25,000 new learners by 2025.
Objectives:
- Serve new students including adult learners and traditional students through eLearning.
- Design online programs and stackable certificates to meet the workforce needs of the state.
- Increase net revenues from online programs to invest in research and teaching missions.
EY-Parthenon Partnership
The UM System has partnered with EY-Parthenon on systemwide strategic planning for eLearning. EY-Parthenon will: 
- evaluate existing online and distance learning programs to identify strengths and weaknesses and compare key metrics to national best practices;
- assess demand for online education within Missouri and the region;
- identify opportunities and assess viability for expanding distance and online learning;
- evaluate technology platforms; and
- develop an operating model, implementation and go-to-market plan.
Project Updates
Regular updates will be provided to the University community as available. Updates are intended to provide a holistic view of the work accomplished to date. The eLearning Overview in the resource section expands upon each of the updates below. This information is not necessarily in chronological order.
- Mizzou Online, Course and Design Technology (ET@MO) and UMSL Online: Effective Oct. 1, Mizzou Online, Course and Design Technology (ET@MO) and UMSL Online will move under the direction of Matthew Gunkel, UM System chief eLearning officer. This change will not affect the way in which programs and services will be delivered, but rather help us evaluate the best way to deliver one support platform and operation resources systemwide. Employees involved in this transition will remain at their home university and continue to serve our eLearning needs systemwide. Additionally, we will continue to evaluate opportunities with UMKC and Missouri S&T in the near future. These changes will not impact tuition revenue at the individual universities, as all tuition dollars will remain at the university offering the degree or program.
- MoExcels: The UM System Office of Academic Affairs responded to the Missouri Department of Highe