Question 1

What is LMS software?

Accepted Answer

An LMS (Learning Management System) is software that hosts, delivers, and tracks training or educational content. It manages course catalogs, enrolls learners, runs assessments, and issues certificates or completion records.

Question 2

How much does LMS software cost?

Accepted Answer

Pricing ranges from free (self-hosted Moodle, basic Teachable) to $30+ per user per month on enterprise platforms. Most mid-market LMSs sit between $5 and $15 per user per month with annual billing discounts.

Question 3

What's the difference between an LMS and an LXP?

Accepted Answer

An LMS is typically admin-driven with structured courses and assigned curricula. An LXP (Learning Experience Platform) is learner-driven, surfacing content recommendations much like Netflix—often pulling courses from multiple internal and external sources.

Question 4

Do I need SCORM or xAPI support?

Accepted Answer

If you're buying pre-built training content from third-party vendors, SCORM compliance is essential. For modern, mobile, or simulation-based content, xAPI (Tin Can) offers richer tracking of offline and real-world learning.