Open-Source Learning Management Systems

Learning management systems (LMS) help you deliver learning content, organize courses, and track learning progress.

Typical use cases include corporate training, onboarding new employees, and digital courses offered by educational institutions.

Features

Below is an overview of common features of learning management systems.

Create courses and learning paths

Provide learning materials such as texts, videos, and documents

Manage participants, groups, and enrollments

Assignments, tests, and grading

Analyze learning progress and course completions

Certificates and confirmations of participation

Discussion through forums and messages

Import standardized learning content, for example in SCORM format

Products

Below is an overview of popular open-source software in the category «Open-Source Learning Management Systems». The list is sorted alphabetically.

Well-known proprietary examples include Docebo, SAP SuccessFactors Learning and TalentLMS.

ILIAS

ILIAS manages courses, learning modules, tests, and exams. Collaboration tools complement the learning platform.

  • LMS

Moodle

Moodle creates and manages online courses. Learning environments can be adapted to the goals and processes of educational institutions and organizations.

  • LMS

Open edX

Open edX creates and manages online courses. The platform combines an authoring environment with a learning management system for learners.

  • LMS