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Open Source vs. Commercial Platforms: Making the Right Choice

BrainCert

One of the first decisions you'll encounter on this journey is whether to opt for an open-source learning platform or invest in a commercial one. In this blog post, we'll explore the key differences between open-source and commercial learning platforms to help you make an informed decision.

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Why an Open Source LMS Isn’t Always the Best Option

Association eLearning

You’re shopping for an LMS and behold FREE OPEN SOURCE LMS pops up. Free and open source. Well hold the phone because if it sounds too good to be true, it’s because open source isn’t all it claims to be. What does open source mean? What does open source mean? you say excitedly.

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Podcast 31: Inside Open Source Learning Systems – With eThink CEO Brian Carlson

Talented Learning

For example, today we welcome a leader in the open source learning community, Brian Carlson , Co-Founder and CEO of eThink Education. Join us as we discuss the latest developments in open source learning systems. Open source learning systems are widely used. I’ve always been entrepreneurial in nature.

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Kineo Insights Webinar: The Truth About Open Source – a conversation with Sakai’s Executive Director

Learning Visions

Today as part of the Kineo Insights webinar series – a conversation on open source. The following are my notes from Part 1 of the webinar: The Truth About Open Source: A conversation with Michael Korcuska, Executive Director of Sakai. The Truth About Open Source Who writes the code? Open source isn’t free.

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5 Related Costs in Getting Any LMS System

eAbyas Info Solutions

Be it a proprietary LMS or an open-source, it will cost you. The acquiring cost directly relates to the license cost of an LMS software. And that is too, the LMS implementation cost applies irrespective of the software license type – proprietary or open-source. But how come an open-source LMS will cost you?

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Open Source Web Conferencing Solutions – FREE

eLearning 24-7

I have a real issue with vendors who charge extra – via a license with their “partner&# or otherwise for a web conferencing – and thus ability to offer webinars, in their solution. Hence: Below are products that are either open source free or free or free with limited functionality. – Very nice solution.

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Open edX vs. Canvas: Choosing the Best Platform for You

Appsembler

Open edX and Canvas can address these challenges. Both are open-source, highly customizable, and used across many industries. Customer support: Consider the level of customer support the vendor (and its community) provides. Running an Open edX platform requires a dedicated support team with extensive technical knowledge.

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