Course+Management+Systems

Course Management System (CMS) (aka Learning Management System — LMS)

Software that automates the administration of a class web site. These often include modules for online class discussions, grade books, homework turn-in and pickup, class calendars, and tools to make it easy to upload documents and link to electronic course reserves.

A great course management system 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.

Some CMSs are Web-based to facilitate access to learning content and administration. Blackboard is a prime example of a Course Management System.

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