ELMSLN

ELMSLN is an open source educational technology platform developed by ELMS Learning Network. According to the vendor, it is designed to facilitate innovation in course technologies and serves as a Next Generation Digital Learning Environment (NGDLE) that utilizes a Suite of Tools approach to course design. The platform is flexible and customizable, catering to colleges, institutions, and individual professors of any size. It is used by various professions and industries, including higher education institutions, K-12 schools, corporate training organizations, non-profit organizations, and professional training providers.

Key Features

Timelines: According to the vendor, users can create interactive timelines to visualize and explore course-related events and milestones. The feature allows the addition of text, images, videos, and other media to create dynamic and engaging learning resources.

Outline Designer: The Outline Designer feature enables users to create and organize course content in a hierarchical outline format, providing a logical and intuitive structure for modules and sub-modules.

Unparalleled flexibility: The vendor claims that ELMSLN offers unparalleled flexibility in course design and customization. Users can choose from a wide range of educational technologies and tools, integrate external applications, embed multimedia content, and customize the appearance and functionality of their course sites.

Speedreader: According to the vendor, the Speedreader feature helps users improve reading speed and comprehension. It presents text in a rapid serial visual presentation (RSVP) format, designed to enhance reading speed and information retention.

Blogging: ELMSLN provides a built-in Blogging feature that allows users to create and manage blogs within their course sites. Users can publish posts, share thoughts and reflections, and engage in discussions with other learners, promoting collaborative learning and knowledge sharing.

Media Management: The platform offers a comprehensive Media Management feature that allows users to upload, organize, and manage various types of media files. Users can easily embed media content into their course materials, presentations, and assignments.

H5P Interactive Video: ELMSLN integrates with H5P, an open-source tool for creating interactive content. According to the vendor, users can enhance their videos with interactive elements such as quizzes, hotspots, and branching scenarios, promoting active learning and student engagement.

Embed anything, anywhere: ELMSLN allows users to seamlessly embed external content and applications into their course sites. Users can embed videos from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo, integrate interactive simulations or games, and incorporate third-party tools and widgets to enhance the learning experience.

SVG Support: The platform supports Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG), allowing users to utilize high-quality visuals within their course materials, presentations, and interactive content.

Discussion boards: ELMSLN includes robust Discussion Board functionality, enabling users to facilitate online discussions and collaboration among learners. Users can create discussion forums, post topics, reply to messages, and moderate discussions, promoting active participation and knowledge exchange.