John Leh

The "traditional LMS" is a loose term associated with learning platforms that require a mandatory, formal setup/implementation process.

Unlike a paper-based certification, a digital badge is embedded with relevant “metadata” such as the badge title, description, date earned, issuer, recipient, expiration date and even specific details about the work submitted by the recipient.

LMS gamification is not just a design philosophy, nor is it just one tool, it is an expanding collection of human-centered LMS capabilities that virtually any organization can leverage to increase engagement for their unique audiences, learning objectives and business requirements.

Learn how to sell more content, maximize ROI for every online course you create and boost overall profit. Check these tips from John Leh...

Corporations, associations, public institutions – as well as solopreneurs and subject matter experts who've never designed or delivered training in their lives – all are creating and selling online content at an unprecedented pace.

With a registration model, usage calculations can be based on any of several metrics:  how many users log into the LMS, register for an instructor-led class or webinar, buy content or earn a certification. 

The problem with the global employee learning solutions market is that the big, boring talent management LMSs we just mentioned are the standard for managing enterprise-wide learning complexity. 

 These "all purpose" LMS platforms are used to deliver, support and measure online and classroom training programs for any combination of employees, channel partners, dealers, franchisees, customers, business prospects and others.

The LMS selection process isn't always easy or straightforward. To understand what works, check this slice of life from John Leh's life as LMS buying consultant

Among LMS technology trends to watch, I think there will be more innovation in mobile, social, badges and certification, as well as capabilities that attract new users and facilitate training content commerce.