Is Moodle the only Open Source LMS?

11 Open Source LMS

In my personal opinion, Moodle is one of the best options for an open source Learning Management Systems (LMS). However, Moodle is not the only open source LMS.

Here is the list of 11 Oper Source LMS with a brief description. I highly encourage you to visit each LMS site and explore its capabilities pros and cons.

eFront Easily extended with modules available from the site.

Claroline This system is based on specific pedagogical principles. Supports online content tools such as SCORM and Wiki.

ATutor Offers tools for management of learning.

OLAT The winner of the “IMS Learning Impact ‘Leadership Award’ 2009 for best open source learning platform”.

Sakai Aimed at Universities was created by the Sakai Foundation.

Docebo Compatible with SCORM 1.2. Two cool tools that it offers is video conferencing and HR systems like SAP and Oracle

Dokeos Supports converting Office documents into Flash and user synchronization with Oracle and SAP.

ILIAS It offers collaboration tools such as chat and forums, and distribution technologies like RSS and podcasts.

openelms A business solution used by Merrill Lynch.

Ganesha This LMS developed in French but it can be translated.

.LRN Developed at MIT.

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