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

SkyPrep

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. Open-Source LMS. What is an Open Source LMS? Open-source means the original source code of the learning management system is open to all developers.

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Top 10 eLearning Predictions 2011 #LCBQ

Tony Karrer

open up exciting opportunities for people to access relevant information where and when they require it. Selective outsourcing continues to grow while comprehensive outsourcing will become less popular. Twitter, Yammer), wikis, blogs, discussion groups, etc. Training department staffing will grow by a modest 2%.

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Free e-Learning books

eFront

Wedemeyer Award recognizes publications of merit that make significant contributions to research in the field of distance education.

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Confused with learning technologies? Choose your best option

CommLab India

Out-source: You also has an option to outsource it to an external vendor to provide support. Have a look at the comparison here Should LMS Administration be done In-House or Outsourced? Here we have two options to choose from: going for either Commercial or Open-source? Choosing the development platform.

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Moodle Frustrations

eLearning Blender

So, how do you overcome the support hurdles that may come along with an open source solution such as Moodle? I referred the Teacher to Moodle.com for outsourced support but I wasn't able to give him any kind of cost estimate. I would hate for this to happen with any LMS.

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19 Insider Secrets About Selecting An LMS

Spark Your Interest

Most are proprietary but there are some open-source ones too. And for the paid ones they can cost as little as $1,000 a year, up to over $25,000 a year. The Low-Cost Option – Or Was It? A non-profit organization with limited resources decided to use an open-source LMS since there was no cost for the software.

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Cammy Beans Learning Visions: The Corporate Moodle: A Tipping Point?

Learning Visions

A ‘low-cost’ LMS starts at an average of $58K. That’s the low price. I’m a recent convert, perhaps on the path to open source evangelism.) Because it’s open source, there are no licensing costs. But the beauty of open source is you can customize it.

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