SCORM/AICC Standards Used in Web-based Learning Management Systems

Learning management systems can be very complex.and evaluation of training courses that are delivered
Viable learning management systems are SCORMvia technology, i.e., more often than not, through
AICC compliant. In this article, I will provide a basiclearning management systems. AICC stands for the
explanation of the SCORM/AICC standard used inAviation Industry CBT [Computer-Based Training]
the marketplace today by many learningCommittee (AICC), which is an international
management systems.association of technology-based training professionals
What is a learning management system?that develops training guidelines for the aviation
As a refresher from a previous article, learningindustry.
management systems (LMSs) are web-basedWhat is the Advance Distributed Learning (ADL)
software application platforms used to plan,Initiative?
implement, and assess learning processes related toADL is a government-sponsored organization that
online and offline training administration andwas started to develop specifications and promote
performance management. LMSs allow an instructorthe adoption and spread of e-Learning. They are the
to create and deliver content, monitor learners'group responsible for developing the ADL Shareable
participation, and assess student performance. LMSsContent Object Reference Model (SCORM). SCORM
also allow learners to use interactive features such asparameters combine elements of the Institute of
threaded discussions, web conferencing, discussionElectrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), AICC, and
forums, and other methods of communication.Information Management Standard (IMS)
When learning management systems are SCORMspecifications into a consolidated document that can
AICC compliant, what does that mean?be easily implemented. SCORM-compliant courseware
SCORM stands for Sharable Content Objectelements are easily merged with other compliant
Reference Model, which is a set of specificationselements to produce a highly modular repository of
that, when applied to course content, produces small,training materials that allows suppliers and content
reusable e-Learning objects. A result of thedevelopers to implement e-Learning specifications in a
Department of Defense's Advanced Distributedconsistent and reusable way.
Learning (ADL) initiative, SCORM-compliantIn upcoming articles, we will discuss more about the
courseware elements are easily merged with otherSCORM/AICC standard as it is related to your
compliant elements to produce a highly modularlearning management systems selection and other
repository of training materials.issues surrounding the SCORM/AICC standards as
AICC standards apply to the development, delivery,associated to e-Learning.