TY - JOUR AB - Purpose This column aims to propose the idea of using learning management systems (LMSs) as a platform for online training and development within academic libraries.Design/methodology/approach A background and literature review are used as a basis for these recommendations.Findings The column argues that LMSs possess untapped potential as an effective online library training platform.Originality/value The column proposes further widespread use of LMSs for online training and development in academic libraries, despite a historical lack of use for this purpose. VL - 29 IS - 4 SN - 0888-045X DO - 10.1108/BL-02-2016-0008 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/BL-02-2016-0008 AU - Bell Brigitte PY - 2016 Y1 - 2016/01/01 TI - Training academic library staff using an online learning management system (LMS) T2 - The Bottom Line PB - Emerald Group Publishing Limited SP - 237 EP - 240 Y2 - 2024/04/24 ER -