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LMS Standards and Specifications

BrainCert

Standardizing requirements for online learning content became necessary with the advent of Learning Management Systems (LMS). SCORM and xAPI are two of the standards that have been developed. Related topics include how to tag content with metadata tags. What is xAPI?

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LMS vs. LRS: Unveiling Core Similarities & Distinct Features

Appsembler

Overview of Learning Record Stores (LRS) Definition and Main Roles LRS are specialized systems designed to store, retrieve, and share learning records, primarily in the context of xAPI (Experience API) environments. This includes tracking online course progress, real-world experiences, informal learning, and more.

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LMS vs CMS: What’s the Similarities & Differences

Paradiso Solutions

Content Focus: LMS: LMS platforms are specifically tailored to host and deliver learning content, such as online courses, assessments, quizzes, and learning materials. The content within an LMS is structured and organized based on the learning objectives and curriculum. SCORM or xAPI) is important to you.

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The Ripple Effect: Learning & Data Ecosystems

Watershed

Hopefully, you can; but if that’s the case, you might have unintended consequences such as unplanned access, incorrect tagging, limited tracking options, and more. For example, videos aren’t often standalone learning objects. Rather, they’re typically part of a more comprehensive course, curriculum, or learning path.

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Web-Based Authoring Tools for Scalable eLearning Development: The Time Has Come

Web Courseworks

. · Upload.zip files to media library. · Tagged files are searchable. · Media library tracks files used across different courses. · Support for reusable citations. 2004. · xAPI. · AICC. · LMS, Inc. Reusability/. Reusability/. Course template flexibility.

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xSMART – The Framework to Drive Your Content Modernization Initiative

Harbinger Interactive Learning

It could be achieved in two simple steps, instructionally identifying key learning objectives and metadata tagging of content with relevant keywords. But at the same time, let’s acknowledge that not every online course needs to be delivered as a micro-learning nugget. One such example is xAPI.

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What is SCORM? A Complete Guide on SCORM Files and Packaging

learnWorlds

There are other elearning standards like xAPI (Tin Can), cmi5, and AICC for more advanced capabilities. Sharable content object reference model. In SCORM 2004 (1.3), an activity is the collection of online training material packaged to an agreed standard for learning objects. How to Create a SCORM. – What is SCO?

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