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Open Source eLearning Tools

Tony Karrer

I was just asked about trends in open source for eLearning and particularly open source eLearning tools. Probably one of the better sources on this is Jane Hart’s Instructional Tools Directory. In addition, she indicates if they are free or cost money – which is not quite the same thing as open source.

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Open Source LMSs Facts and Insight

eLearning 24-7

One of the areas that always gain interest and usage are open source systems, that is to say, free open source code (some are not), to which any organization, company, educational setting, government and so forth can build their own system (often noted as home-grown) and do what they wish with it. Not open source.

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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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Three Things Learning Practitioners Can Learn from the Open Source Community

Vikas Joshi on Interactive Learning

So, what can we, as learning practitioners, learn from the open source community? When Elon Musk decided to give away Tesla’s patents , he did precisely this – he diffused proprietary knowledge into the broader industry so that as the ecosystem grows, Tesla in turn gets further ahead. Or is there? Part IV (18 min).

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Open Source LMS vs. Cloud-Based LMS: Which is Right for You?

SkyPrep

An LMS provides you with the framework to not only manage training and learning within your organization , but enables a solution to the skills and knowledge gap. While on your journey to finding the right fit for your organization, you will encounter two different types of LMSs – open source and cloud-based.

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5 Advantages of an Open Source LMS for Software Training

Appsembler

Whether learning is captured on mobile devices to provide “on-the-go” experience and knowledge bases, or it’s done in a classroom behind computers, the training ecosystem in business is hinged to technology. Currently, both proprietary and open source LMS are vying for dominance in the training space.

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5 things beyond open source eFront

eFront

Skill-gap tests spot the gaps in user knowledge and map them with courses especially designed to fill those gaps. For more on our commerical solutions or the open source eFront edition please visit our website or contact us directly! eLearning Open Source Tools learning management system LMS' SKILL-GAP TESTS.