Post University
EDU 633
Module 1
Robert Hixon
Recommendation for a
Learning Content Management System
LCMS
LMS is the framework that handles all ( ALL )
aspects of the learning process.
An LMS
is the infrastructure that delivers and manages
instructional content, identifies and assesses
individual and organizational learning or
training goals.
Tracks the progress towards meeting those goals
Collects and presents
data for supervising the learning process of the
organization as a whole
An LMS should be able to do
the following:
centralize and automate administration
use self-service and self-guided services
assemble and deliver learning content
Rapidly consolidate training initiatives
on a scalable web based platform
support portability and standards
personalize content and
enable knowledge reuse
An LMS is not
used to
create course
content.
By contrast, a learning content management system
( LCMS)
is a related software technology
that provides a multi-user environment where
developers, instructional designers and
subject matter experts may create, store,
reuse, manage and deliver digital educational
technology
The key difference between an LMS and an LCMS is the target user. The LMS user is the learner, while the LCMS user is the learning content creator
LCMSs provide tools for authoring
and
reusing or re-purposing content
We have a need for an LCMS.
This Learning Content Management System
This system best fits our needs.
Because
Weekly we conduct new employee orientation
The LCMS can quickly be updated
for new employee testing.
Multiple uses: Sales and service certification
LCMSs
provide tools for
authoring and reusing
or
re-purposing content
Has a Solution to our
current and future needs.
Microsoft
Samsung know
digital
products.
I felt confident
in
recommending
MindFlash. If
Apple, the
largest
company in the
world is using
them – they
must have solid
software
Oracle, Intuit
Know something
about digital
products.
Four Seasons,
knows a little
about service
Their client list is outstanding. Bosch manufactures automobile computers. DaVita,
teaching employees to handle whole human blood. Mindf lash must be doing a good job.
on was the top cellular phone manufacturer. Ashley furniture, the worlds furniture provider
Which One Do You Need?
Despite the nuances and complexities of different packages,
a few simple generalizations can help organizations make a choice
when choosing between an LMS and an LCMS.
The C stands for “create.” The C in LCMS actually stands for “content,”
but in reality LMS and LCMS are both concerned with content. But if you
need to create it, then go with an LCMS.
An LMS is focused on managing how individuals participate in e-learning
programs; an LCMS is concerned with how content for e-learning is created.
An organization that already employs its own trainers and coaches should
consider an LCMS that will allow these individuals to convert their
existing knowledge into training
materials that make sense for them; organizations content to purchase
“off the shelf”
components should choose an LMS.
Organizations that have all their
existing materials in commonly used
business software formats – like
Microsoft Office products – will find
that few LMS platforms allow for
them to simply be imported and
modified. Those materials need to be
created from scratch, and to do that
you will need an LCMS.
An organization that already
Employs its own trainers
and coaches should consider an
LCMS
that will allow these individuals to
convert their existing
knowledge into training materials
Due to the reputation , the offering all of
the software and support to meet our needs.
Mind Flash may have excellent support but we
are open nights and week ends, we need to rely
more on our staff for updates.
I recommend that we contract with Mind Flash.
Further, I recommend that we utilize the LCMS
system.
Apparently, the ease to update and change
the LCMS makes this a clear favorite.
Mind flash has numerous software,
we could change at a later time.
Max Dubowy. ( 2015). “LMS vs LCMS vs CMS...changing one letter makes a big difference.”
Unlocked: the OpenSesame eLearning Blog.
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And Overlapping Between Cms,
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Vendors of Learning Management and E-learning Products
Rebuilding the LMS for the 21st Century:
Conrad, R. & Donaldson, J. (2011). Engaging the Online Learner. San Francisco, CA: Jossey Bass.
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Mind Flash. Internet advertisement for their LMS
https://www.mindflash.com/learning-management-systems/what-is-lms
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