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Anyone even remotely connected to the e-learning world, has surely at least heard of SCORM, even if it is just in passing.
But what exactly is it?
Let's take an analogy which will clear the cloud of confusion that may be fogging up our understanding of the term SCORM. The best way to explain what SCORM does, is to consider the most widely used example- the DVD player. DVDs are created by following a set of standards, which enable them to be used no matter what brand of DVD player you're using. These sets of standards ensure that users will be able to watch their DVDs no matter what player they may have.
Well, this is what SCORM is. A set of standards, that enable the easy access of e learning courses across different learning management systems.
SCORM- An Introduction:
Now that we've understood the basic concept of SCORM, let's take a look at what SCORM is and how it came to be.
SCORM is an acronym for Shareable Content Object Reference Model, which is a set of standards developed for elearning software products.
In simple terms, it determines how an LMS will communicate with the course content uploaded to it. Think of it as the language that the LMS understands and responds to.
Since SCORM is a set of standards that apply to all content created for elearning courses, it doesn't matter what LMS is used; if the course is created to be SCORM compliant, it can be uploaded successfully to the LMS and can be accessed through the same.
Content only needs to be created one time and and can be accessed on any LMS without the need for modification or reconfigurations.
SCORM is a part of the ADL (Advanced Distributed Learning) initiative which was undertaken by the American Department of Defence in the year 1999.
The Evolution of SCORM
Like any other software products, SCORM too has seen its fair share of development.
There have been several versions of SCORM, including:
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