
A LMS (Learning Management System) is a web based technology that is used for planning, implementing and assessing learning processes. This system enables educational institutions to augment on-campus courses and deliver online courses. Apart from handling courses, this system can also handle various other tasks like skill analysis, reporting and tracking. It enables students to use interactive features like video conferencing, threaded discussions and discussion forums. This system enables teaching staff in creating and delivering content, assessing student performance and monitoring student participation. Corporate bodies are also implementing LMS for online training and to automate certain tasks like employee registration and record keeping. The various functions that are handled by LMS include automating and centralizing administration procedures, rapidly collecting and delivering learning materials, consolidating training initiatives, supporting standards and portability, personalizing content and enabling knowledge reuse.