What is a LMS?
LMS or Learning Management System is composed of a set of tools for housing course content while also providing a framework for communication between the student, teacher, and parents. The LMS is unique because a variety of tools are provided including:
the ability to organize course content
create accounts within the LMS
announcements
threaded discussion boards
assessment systems
systems for turning in assignments such as drop box
online gradebooks and grading systems
email
web 2.0 tools
group project functionality
customized learning paths
The LMS can also incorporate learning that takes place outside of the online learning environment.
What is CMS?
CMS or Course Management System is a platform through which online courses can be accessed. The CMS includes:
software for creating and editing course content
communication tools
assessment tools
CMS is mainly used with online or blended learning environments
When would one need a full blown LMS?
A LMS would be needed if a physical school site is not in place or is not accessible by all. The LMS is composed of all the elements needed to teach the course while also providing a framework for multiple levels of communication that would simulate a face-to-face classroom for those who may not have the opportunity to meet within an actual classroom setting.
Overall, CMS is narrower in scope and is mainly concerned with the management and distribution of elearning. In a CMS, there is an instructor at a school setting with the main focus being course management.
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