3 Options to Consider While Choosing An LMS - An Expert’s Advice
Download as PPTX, PDF0 likes2,873 views
This document discusses three options to consider when choosing a learning management system (LMS): 1) WordPress options which are cost-effective but only suitable for entry-level needs, 2) Moodle, an open source option that is cost-effective but requires hardware configuration, and 3) enterprise systems that are developed by experts, integrated with ERP systems, and offer comprehensive support but are more expensive. It outlines key features to evaluate and compares the capabilities of each option.
3 Options to Consider While Choosing An LMS - An Expert’s Advice
- 1. 3 Options to Consider While Choosing An LMS - An Expert’s Advice
- 3. Learning Management System(LMS) is a software application designed to plan, implement and track learning content.
- 4. What does it take to find a right LMS?
- 5. Most potential clients prefer an enterprise-system, based on the scope of the requirements.
- 6. There are numerous considerations in terms of LMS features LMS Features Let’s see…
- 7. Will classroom, webinar, and blended learning programs be part of the system?
- 8. Are there compliance requirements around the system?
- 9. Will you integrate with WebEx, Citrix or another webinar vendor?
- 10. Is e-commerce desired?Is e-commerce desired?
- 11. In the spring of 2009, Learning Circuits and E-Learning News conducted a survey on how organizations were using their LMSs. This chart indicates the extent to which companies use the features of their LMSs. (Source: Learning Circuits survey on LMSs )
- 12. Today learners access LMSs using PCs, Macs, iPads, Android tablets and all varieties of smartphones.
- 13. LMSs and the courses they serve must be browser and device agnostic.
- 16. An LMS built using the WordPress website development software combined with WordPress plug-ins are cost-effective.
- 17. The LMS plug-ins are very inexpensive.
- 18. Building an LMS using this methodology is a viable alternative for an entry-level LMS.
- 19. There are a number of LMS plug-ins available.
- 20. a. SAP implementation is a complex process a. Sensei What are they?
- 21. a. SAP implementation is a complex process a. Sensei What are they? a. Sensei
- 22. a. SAP implementation is a complex process a. Sensei What are they? a. Sensei b. LearnDash
- 23. a. SAP implementation is a complex process a. Sensei What are they? a. Sensei b. LearnDash c. Namaste!
- 25. It supports: • Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn • Discussion forums
- 26. 2. Moodle
- 27. Moodle is an open source LMS written in PHP. ‘Open-source’ LMSs refer to the learning management software whose source code is open to all.
- 28. The most important reasons why companies opt for open source LMS are: • Cost-effective • Simple customization • Quicker release process • Helps the developers to improve the software It requires a hardware configuration for installation or the services of a data center services group for the hardware requirements.
- 29. The CommLab Implementation starts with a Robust User Interface.
- 30. 2. Moodle3. Enterprise Option
- 31. A proprietary Learning Management System (LMS) is a software platform developed by a firm which does not permit the users of the platform to access its source code and alter its functions.
- 32. Many proprietary LMSs are very effective because they are: Developed by Organizations Built by Experts Meet the Dynamic needs Integrated with ERP Systems Offers Comprehensive Technical Assistance
- 33. Trellis is Learning.net’s proprietary LMS It is built on open-source, LAMP, standards and has undergone development and growth for the past ten years.
- 34. Trellis combines administration and reports on a single user interface
- 35. Trellis includes: Community function Group function Program function
- 36. • Allows Business Divisions Community function • Used to Organize Customers Group function • Used to Develop Blended Learning Courses Program function Functions of Trellis
- 37. To recap
- 38. a. The definition of Learning Management System (LMS) b. The Feature Considerations of LMS c. Three LMS Options i. WordPress Options ii. Moodle iii. Enterprise Option