Learning Management Systems (LMS)

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Tovuti LMS

Tovuti's cloud-based learning management system (LMS) gives users tools to create, deliver, and track the effectiveness of eLearning programs. It helps users to create engaging interactive courses in minutes with Tovuti's interactive modules and a course creation suite. Users can…

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Classroom Manager

Classroom Manager is an LMS that is used by companies globally for internal learning processes, documented compliance training, and training planning. The vendor states the solution can help users to create a CI compliant learning world for partners & customers, increase customer…

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Open LMS

Open LMS (formerly Moodlerooms) is an open source learning management system for educational institutions, formerly supported by Blackboard, and now part of the Learning Technologies Group.

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Access PeopleXD

Access PeopleXD is a mobile-first, 100% SaaS HR and Payroll solution that connects processes from hire to retire including Payroll, People Management, Workforce Management, Talent, Recruitment, Learn, Compliance and Analytics.

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Schoolbox

Because learners thrive in a connected community.Schoolbox is an integrated, all-in-one learning management system (LMS), community portal, and engagement platform for K-12 schools.Schoolbox is designed to present a robust solution that connects the entire school community, and drives…

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EdApp

EdApp headquartered in New York provides their mobile learning management system.

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Fuse

Fuse is a social knowledge sharing tool that aims to revolutionise the way people communicate, collaborate and learn at work. Fuse can sit in conjunction with the user's current LMS or be used standalone. Fuse incorporates five separate elements: Learning Management System Learning…

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UpGrad

UpGrad is an online platform that offers educational services to its clients. UpGradâ's range of programs consists of digital marketing, product management, entrepreneurship, data analytics, data-driven management, and digital technology management. It offers industry insights and…

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Firmwater LMS
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Firmwater is an e-learning company that specializes in helping training companies bring their content online. The Firmwater LMS Learning Management System boasts users among over 300 organizations, both big and small. It enables training companies to organize, distribute, track…

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BlazeLMS
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IT Trailblazers offers "tailored for you" development, management, and consulting services that handles the user's content, infrastructure, learning, and analytical needs. Their flagship BlazeLMS learning management system features reporting, anytime anywhere learning, and 24/7 customer…

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YesLMS
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YesLMS is a cloud-based Learning Management System that enables organizations to create, deliver, and manage online training and development programs. It is designed to be user-friendly and customizable, catering to a diverse range of industries and organizations. Additionally, YesLMS…

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emPower eLearning

Founded in 2008, emPower elearning solutions is a provider of technology solutions for regulatory compliance. Their product is a proprietary learning management system for managing compliance activities, such as employee training, online policy and procedure management, and compliance…

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aXcelerate
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aXcelerate is a Student Management System and Learning Management System, run entirely from the cloud. The One System solution handles all aspects of running a training organisation to ensure that users can stay compliant with Australian Government standards. aXcelerate also integrates…

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Vasto
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Vasto provides a cloud-based platform incorporating a Training Management System, Learning Management System, E-Learning, E-commerce and regulatory needs. It is presented as ideal for short course providers through to certificate and diploma courses. With a built-in Learning Management…

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Human Focus
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Human Focus supports skilled behaviour change in the workplace. They assist clients improve business performance by helping them to build skills and change habits that keep workers safer, healthier and more productive. Human Focus was founded in 1992 and currently boasts close working…

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EffectusLMS
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EffectusLMS is a cloud-based Learning Management System designed to empower organizations get the best out of their corporate training solutions. Users can host, deliver, track, document, report training programs. It is designed for flexible and rapid installation, and will help…

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Rockstar Learning Platform

The Rockstar Learning Platform is a learning management system from ELB Learning (formerly eLearning Brothers) headquartered in American Fork, Utah.

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Claned
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Claned learning environment measures the current knowledge capital of learners and compares it to the strategic skills and competences needed in the future. Claned can build engaging, personalized learning paths to learners to help them achieve strategic skills. Its machine learning…

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SchoolPen
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SchoolPen is a Personalised Learning School ERP software that is a cloud-based solution designed to help schools manage their day-to-day operations. It provides a range of features that enable schools to streamline their processes, improve communication and collaboration, and personalise…

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Skills Caravan LXP

Skills Caravan is a Learning Experience platform with a content library for B2B corporate users. It aims to make learning personalized and engaging for micro- skill level transformation of professionals. Its an annual subscription "Learning as a Service '' solution that helps intelligent…

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TraCorp
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TraCorp states they believe in empowering organizations to make learning accessible, engaging and effective for their audiences. They aim to do this by providing what they describe as robust, mobile-ready, customizable and affordable solutions, including their learning management…

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mElimu LMS
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The mElimu Learning Management System (LMS) platform features Chat, Forum, Survey, Messaging, Attendance, Quiz, Assignment, time-table, live class, offline learning, and promotes various others "Collaboration & Activities based Learning". The company provides eLearning, m-Learning,…

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Vowel Learning Solutions

Vowel LMS is a learning management tool that allows users to manage every form of learning within an organization – be it online, or in the classroom. Users can assign courses, track learner progress, and view customized reports. Chart every user’s learning journey based on individual…

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Fusion Tutor
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Specialists in providing tutors with an online teaching system. Fusion is suited to working with online classes and the setting and marking of work. It is presented as adaptable, ideal for solo tutors all the way through to larger companies. Fixed monthly feeSet, mark, assess…

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Ayotree
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Ayotree is a cloud-based school management software suite that combines CRM, attendance, online payments, classroom scheduling, and online classrooms for virtual lessons. Ayotree began as an online language school software, featuring tools to help teachers and administrators manage…

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eduTinker
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eduTinker is a communication platform between teachers, students, and parents designed to offer all the essential tools required for teaching in one unified platform so that teachers can utilize their time efficiently and effectively. Features:- Live online classes- Distribution…

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What is a Learning Management System?

A Learning Management System (LMS) is a platform that helps instructors manage and organize educational materials online and conduct online courses. Learning management systems help streamline the learning process by providing a central location for accessing material online and developing content. LMS software is used by K-12 schools, higher education institutions, school districts, etc.

LMS software benefits administrators, teachers, and students. Students and teachers can access and upload course material such as calendars, syllabi, assignments, and grades. LMS platforms also allow instructors and administrators to track student progress on an individual basis and at the aggregate level. This software also helps minimize the use of paper materials and supports remote learning.

Centralizing educational data provides several advantages. It allows educators and administrators to more easily access student data and curricula. Better data access improves their efficiency and quality of life. It also saves money by avoiding duplicate systems and information repositories. It also allows educators to scalably personalize education and student engagement.

Learning management systems have traditionally been on-premise products. However, the last 5 years and the normalization of remote learning and work has created a shift. Now, some form of cloud-based deployment is considered the standard model for modern LMS. Some vendors will offer hybrid deployment approaches. Hybrid LMS is only necessary in niche use cases, such as when there are unusual data privacy or access control requirements.

Corporate LMS and Learning Content Management Systems

Vendors typically offer either education-focused or corporate-focused LMS. However, some companies offer platforms that can be used for both purposes. Corporate learning management systems are commonly used internally for employee training and externally for customer training. Corporate LMS that are used for online employee training may also be called training management systems, or eTraining/ eLearning portals.

Most learning management vendors will specialize into either academic or corporate use cases. This category focuses on the academic use case. Products in this category will provide more structure for grades management, student data integrations, and parent portals. In contrast, corporate LMS will emphasize more professional development content and accessibility for business users.

Both corporations and educators may use learning content management systems (LCMS) to organize and create content for learning or training purposes. LCMS software focuses on digital learning as the primary educational medium and allows the instructor to create new content. Alternatively, LMS platforms do not focus exclusively on digital learning, but also manage in-person and off-line learning.

LMS vs. eLearning Systems

While there is some overlap between LMS platforms and eLearning systems, there are a few key differences between the two.

ELearning content systems offers the user access to a curated digital library that can include videos, ebooks, and online courses/lessons. The primary function of eLearning systems is to provide the user with a large content library for self-guided learning or integration with an LMS platform.

LMS platforms, on the other hand, may not offer content libraries at all. Instead, they focus more on managing the learning process and storing and tracking individual/ aggregate progress. Most vendors offer eLearning systems that can be integrated with an LMS platform.

LMS and Virtual Learning Environments (VLE)

The term ‘virtual learning environment’ (VLE), or virtual classroom, is often used synonymously with LMS. These two terms essentially refer to the same products, but emphasize different aspects of the software.

Virtual classrooms typically have a larger focus on the collaborative aspect of learning. Products that are marketed as a VLE may have stronger discussion, forum, or student collaboration features. On the other hand, LMS has traditionally referred to products with strong performance tracking and analysis capabilities. Many LMS vendors have strengthened the virtual classroom aspects of their platforms as virtual-only learning has become either more financially attractive or socially necessary.

LMS Features & Capabilities

Most LMS platforms offer a basic set of features:

  • Content creation: Allows instructors to author content and use web tools to embed files from the web or their own files into lesson materials.
  • Content management: Allows instructors to share materials between courses and upload materials from the web or their own files.
  • Assessment creation: Ability to create new questions/ assessments - including support for various question types, randomization of MCQs, the ability to import third-party question banks etc..
  • Assessment management: This can include automatic updating of questions and automatic and manual marking.
  • Learning object repository (LOR): An online library for sharing, storing, searching, and managing learning objects (e.g. content, specific lessons etc..)
  • Grading and feedback tools: This can include the ability to annotate student submissions and create student reports.
  • Course management: This can include course catalogs, course registration management, calendars, gradebooks, and virtual classrooms.
  • Student and instructor portals: Individual portals for students/instructors to access course materials.
  • Collaboration tools: Ability to comment and share on the LMS interface through channels such as live chat, blog articles, and discussion boards/threads.
  • Progress data and analytics: Ability to track student progress against standards such as Common Core or NGSS, identify gaps in individual learning, and set customized learning objectives.
  • SCORM/ AICC/ Tin Can Compliant: Ability for an eLearning software and LMS to interact over a standard protocol.

Some vendors offer more advanced capabilities or features aimed more at corporate buyers rather than education institutions:

  • Social media support: Ability to integrate social learning tools and keep track of student engagement.
  • Mobile app: Allows students and instructors to connect to the LMS interface using a mobile application.
  • Blended learning support: Ability to record, share, and assess off-line learning events such as seminars, workshops, demonstrations etc…
  • Gamification tools: Using game-mechanics in order to boost user engagement - including things like badges, trophies, leaderboards, or points.
  • E-commerce support: Ability to sell educational materials and/or online courses, track purchases, and monitor the performance of marketing initiatives.

Learning Management System Comparison

When comparing learning management systems, consider these factors:

  • Mobile accessibility: As mobile devices become the primary method of accessing the internet, they are also an increasingly core method of accessing learning resources and academic information. Be sure to evaluate how optimizes various LMS systems are for mobile-first students, particularly in areas like video content, forums, and grade reporting.
  • Scalability: Your LMS platform should support your institution’s expansion, not hinder it. Factors that can influence scalability include whether it is cloud-based or on-premise, the pricing model, and the scope of available features like gamification and native content creation.
  • Ease of use and customization: The majority of your LMS users will be teachers and students, so the platform should be as intuitive and easy to use as possible to accommodate a wide range of user capabilities. User reviews will be the best non-trial gauge of how easy an LMS is to learn and regularly use.
  • Content creation vs. content management: While most learning management systems have both, LMS platforms will vary in their focus on user-created content and content management capabilities. Before selecting an LMS, determine whether your institution is more focused allowing instructors to design content, courses, and assignments or if managing preexisting content and students’ progress through lessons and courses is a higher priority.

Pricing Information

There is a wide range of free or open source LMS software, for example Moodle, Canvas, and Google Classroom. However, these products can be costly to implement and customize, charge extra for non-basic features, and typically do not include support staff.

Commercial offerings such as Blackboard and McGraw-Hill's Connect are an alternative option. These LMS platforms have higher upfront costs (compared to the free versions), but also typically include a dedicated support staff and professional services. Most paid LMS do not advertise pricing, but quotes frequently range from $2.50-$4 per user per month, up to a certain number of users.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of a learning management system?

Learning management systems (LMS) provide a centralized platform for educators and administrators to manage and organize educational materials and track student progress. They are also used for designing content and courses, and facilitating online learning.

What are the features of learning management systems?

LMS can include a range of features, but the most common are content management and sharing, student progress tracking, grading and feedback tools, collaboration tools, and assessment creation and management.

How much is a learning management system?

Some basic LMS, or limited versions of broader LMS products, are available for free. Paid versions’ pricing can vary dramatically based on number of users, features offered, and level of customer support.

What is the difference between LMS and eLearning?

eLearning is focused primarily on content creation and content libraries, while LMS products offer broader support for the education process, such as assessments, collaboration, and grading.

What is a SCORM compliant learning management system?

SCORM is a standard model of building an LMS. A SCORM-compliant LMS is a system that can share online content with other SCORM-compliant systems.