{"id":10482,"date":"2018-06-20T19:00:11","date_gmt":"2018-06-20T16:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/?p=10482"},"modified":"2024-05-28T16:20:56","modified_gmt":"2024-05-28T13:20:56","slug":"elearning-acronyms-bonus-explanations-from-experts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/elearning-acronyms-bonus-explanations-from-experts\/","title":{"rendered":"The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (with bonus explanations from experts)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Acronyms are great for old-timers. They\u2019re faster to say and easier to write. But for the uninitiated, they appear like just a pile of letters.<\/p>\n<p>In your first week of working in the eLearning industry, you\u2019re likely to look at your colleagues blank-faced as they throw out sentences that sound like noises only a dog would understand.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s not SCORM compliant and the LRS won\u2019t link to the LMS so how do we show the new JIT training to the CLO?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To help in your transition and welcome you to the cool kids e-club, we decoded the top twenty most common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/cheatsheets\/elearning-acronyms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eLearning acronyms<\/a> for you. They come complete with possible ways you may hear them in a sentence.<\/p>\n<p>(<em>Bonus: six have been explained by eLearning experts!<\/em>)<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/ADDIE.png\" alt=\"ADDIE - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>1. ADDIE = Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement and Evaluate<\/h3>\n<p>A popular multi-stage methodology aimed at instructional designers and training developers for creating effective training tools.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 12px; background-color: #f8f8f8; line-height: 1.4;\">\n<p>Rhonda DeYoung, Senior Learning Experience Designer, Anthem, Inc. explains:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cUsing the ADDIE method for instructional design is like building a house.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><em>Analysis<\/em> is where you decide if training is the solution &#8211; does the house need to be built?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><em>Design<\/em> is where you create a design document identifying the training plan, method and so forth. It is like the blueprint for the house, how many bathrooms, what are the fixtures \u2013 color scheme, you get the idea. Building training without a plan is like building a house without blueprints, how will the builders (developers) know what they are building?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><em>Develop<\/em> is where the construction takes place, material is built based on the design document and handed over, published and ready to go. This could be videos, facilitator and learner guides, eLearning modules \u2013 whatever is needed for the training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><em>Implementation<\/em> is where everyone moves in and the training is used \u2013 lived in.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Finally, there is <em>Evaluate<\/em>. A new homeowner may have a few tweaks to make until everything just right. Did the learners perform as they should,\u00a0based on the training? Are updates needed? How were the facilitators? Likert scales are your best friend.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>ADDIE is a tried and true method for making a training house a learning home.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/BYOD.png\" alt=\"BYOD - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>2. BYOD = Bring Your Own Device<\/h3>\n<p>The practice many businesses are adopting to allow their employees to use their personal devices for work purposes too. It may refer to smartphones, tablets, laptops or all the above.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cWe\u2019re a BYOD organization. Please note it\u2019s D, not a B, thanks!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CAI.png\" alt=\"CAI - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>3. CAI = Computer-assisted instruction<\/h3>\n<p>A computer as a medium of instruction for training, practice, and simulation. CAI is used for both initial and remedial training and typically works in offline mode.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cDo we have the budget for CAI?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CAT.png\" alt=\"CAT - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>4. CAT = Content Authoring Tool<\/h3>\n<p>A Content Authoring Tool is an online platform that lets trainers and instructional designers create eLearning course material. Content is then delivered through a Learning Management System (LMS).<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cGang, we need to find a CAT that is SCORM compliant and plays well with our LMS.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CBTWBT.png\" alt=\"CBT\/ WBT - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>5. CBT = Computer Based Training\/Web Based Training<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/computer-based-training-101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Computer-based training<\/strong><\/a> is pretty much what it sounds like: training performed with the aid of a computer system. A subset of CBT is WBT or web-based training. Web-based training is also known as eLearning. And is any learning delivered online through a computer or mobile device.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cIt\u2019s time to offer our employees WBT because these training manuals are getting heavier than an Encyclopedia Britannica.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10626\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CMI5.png\" alt=\"CMI5 - The eLearning Acronyms you need to know - TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>6. CMI5 = Computer managed instruction<\/h3>\n<p>Brought to us by the same folks who created SCORM, cmi5 is the next generation standard for eLearning. Essentially, a new set of rules, cmi5 gives developers the capabilities of both SCORM and xAPI.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 12px; background-color: #f8f8f8; line-height: 1.4;\">\n<p>Rustici Software explains:<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">&#8220;<\/span><a style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\" href=\"https:\/\/xapi.com\/cmi5\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>cmi5<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"> is a specification intended to take advantage of xAPI as a communications protocol and data model while providing a definition for how to handle xAPI activities in launched scenarios, like playing a course in an LMS.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">cmi5 is technically a profile of xAPI, which means it piggybacks on top of things already well defined in xAPI, but adds specificity in others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\">Specifically, cmi5 provides rules for packaging, launch, credential handshake, and a consistent information model for launched xAPI activities.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CMS.png\" alt=\"CMS - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>7. CMS = Content Management System<\/h3>\n<p>An electronic platform for creating, storing, archiving, searching, managing and retrieving digital content. Similarly, there\u2019s also an LCMS = Learning Content Management System. This software combines LMS and (usually light) CMS capabilities. Used to create, manage, and maintain learning content.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cHey Sally, have you used the CMS today, is it slow for you too?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10501\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CLO.png\" alt=\"CLO - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>8. CLO =\u00a0Chief Learning Officer<\/h3>\n<p>A chief learning officer is the executive in charge of learning management in an organization. They\u2019re responsible for training strategies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/training-goals-business-strategy-alignment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>aligning organizational goals with training<\/strong><\/a>, and nurturing and developing a learning culture.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cWhen I grow up, I want to be a CLO.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10502\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/ILT.png\" alt=\"ILT - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"134\" height=\"122\" \/>9. ILT = Instructor-led Training<\/h3>\n<p>The practice of having online training led by an instructor or facilitator, knowledgeable in the subject area with real-time feedback and collaboration. Can be classroom-based, online or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blended-learning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>blended<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cI recommend we add ILT to the \u201cSandwiches 101\u201d course so that learners can ask questions while we\u2019re making BLTs.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10504\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/ISD.png\" alt=\"ISD - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>10. ISD = Instructional Systems Design<\/h3>\n<p>The practice of designing effective training programs, independent of the final delivery format. ISD aims to create effective and engaging training programs by analyzing learning needs and developing a systematic curriculum. The two most common design models are ADDIE and SAM.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 12px; background-color: #f8f8f8; line-height: 1.4;\">\n<p>Travis Jordan, Owner and Principal of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instructionaldesigncentral.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instructional Design Central<\/a> explains:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cInstructional systems design (ISD) is the process by which learning experiences are designed, developed, and delivered.<\/p>\n<p>These experiences include online courses, instructional manuals, video tutorials, simulations, etc. Instructional designers are the &#8216;architects&#8217; of the learning experience and the &#8216;directors&#8217; of the ISD process.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10507\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/JIT.png\" alt=\"JIT - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>11. JIT = Just in time (training)<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/just-in-time-training-workplace\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>approach<\/strong><\/a> of delivering training materials at the point of need, rather than having access to all course materials out of context.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cLook alive, people! Our Atlanta store needs JIT training.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/LMS.png\" alt=\"LMS - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>12. LMS = Learning Management System<\/h3>\n<p>This acronym, perhaps the most common in the industry, describes the software platforms that power online learning portals.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cI\u2019ve tried many LMSs in my career, but this one actually works! Happy days!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Build your online training courses in minutes with TalentLMS<br \/>\nThe learning management system that\u2019s easy to set up, easy to use and easy to customize.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/create\/aff:bl\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CTA.png\" alt=\"Sign up for a forever-free TalentLMS account and jumpstart your training\" width=\"291\" height=\"70\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10510\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/LRS.png\" alt=\"LRS - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>13. LRS = Learning Record Store<\/h3>\n<p>A repository of learning records that can be exported and imported to facilitate exchange between learning software and can be accessed using reporting tools.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cHow will we get the LMS to connect to the LRS?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10511\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/MOOCs.png\" alt=\"MOOCs - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"134\" height=\"122\" \/>14. MOOCs = Massive Open Online Courses<\/h3>\n<p>These courses have unlimited participation and are open for anyone to join. They often include the use of discussion forums for attendees to interact.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 12px; background-color: #f8f8f8; line-height: 1.4;\">\n<p>Derek Wenmoth, Principal Consultant at CORE Education explains:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cImagine being able to learn about something you\u2019re really interested in by enrolling in an online course that costs you nothing, and where there is no limit to the number of others learning with you?<\/p>\n<p>That is what a MOOC \u2013 or massive, open, online course is!<\/p>\n<p>You can begin learning in most MOOCs at any time, and take as much time to complete them as you want. With most MOOCs, you will receive some sort of letter or certificate to say you\u2019ve done the work \u2013 and for a small payment, some MOOCs will mark your assignments and award you a formally recognized university credit.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/RLO.png\" alt=\"RLO - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>15. RLO = Reusable Learning Object<\/h3>\n<p>An independent unit of learning content that can be reused in different courses and contents. An RLO usually addresses one specific learning outcome.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 12px; background-color: #f8f8f8; line-height: 1.4;\">\n<p>Marina Arshavskiy, Sr. Instructional Designer at Your eLearning World explains:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAn RLO is a small part of the course developed for a specific use. With just a few custom edits, RLOs can be reused in many other courses.<\/p>\n<p>For example, a video that was originally created for a particular eLearning course could be reused in a classroom training that covers a similar topic.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SAM.png\" alt=\"SAM - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>16. SAM = Successive Application Model<\/h3>\n<p>An agile or iterative instructional design model that emphasizes collaboration and repetition. An alternative to ADDIE.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cI don\u2019t think I can date him. We use completely different ISDs. He\u2019s an ADDIE, and I\u2019m a SAM.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SCORM-1.png\" alt=\"SCORM - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>17. SCORM = Sharable Content Object Reference Model<\/h3>\n<p>A combination of specifications and standards for web-based eLearning, created and steered by the US government program Advanced Distributed Learning Initiative. SCORM LMSs can track course activities and progress.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 12px; background-color: #f8f8f8; line-height: 1.4;\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/scorm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rustici Software<\/a> explains:<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;SCORM is a set of technical standards for eLearning software products that tells programmers how to write their code so that it can \u201cplay well\u201d with other eLearning software.<\/p>\n<p>The SCORM standard makes sure that all eLearning content and LMSs can work with each other. If an LMS is SCORM conformant, it can play any content that is SCORM conformant, and any SCORM conformant content can play in any SCORM conformant LMS.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take DVDs as an example of how standards work. When you buy a new movie on DVD you don\u2019t need to check to see if it works with your brand of DVD player. A regular DVD will play on a Toshiba the same as it will on a Panasonic because DVD movies are produced using a set of standards.<\/p>\n<p>Without these standards, a studio releasing a new movie on DVD would have a big problem. They would need to make differently formatted DVDs for each brand of DVD player. This is how online learning used to be before SCORM was created.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10544\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/SME-3.png\" alt=\"SME - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>18. SME = Subject Matter Expert<\/h3>\n<p>An expert in a specific field to whom you will turn to for content on a given course.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cGang, do we have an SME on file to create content on corporate underwater basket weaving?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10554 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/TMS_135.png\" alt=\"TMS - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"136\" height=\"123\" \/>19. TMS = Talent Management System<\/h3>\n<p>A Talent Management System is a software suite that assists with the four main components of Talent Management: recruitment, performance, learning &amp; development, and compensation.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cCan you add Virginia Woof to the TMS, she\u2019s new in the PET department.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10531\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/TD.png\" alt=\"TD - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>20. TD = Talent Development<\/h3>\n<p>Talent development refers to the function within a business to hone and improve the skills of its employees. It\u2019s based in the short term (training), the mid-term (learning), and the long term (development) needs of a corporation.<\/p>\n<p><em>As in, \u201cLet\u2019s all congratulate Jen who was just promoted to head of TD.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/xAPI.png\" alt=\"xAPI - The A-Z of eLearning Acronyms (With bonus explanations from experts) | TalentLMS Blog\" width=\"135\" height=\"122\" \/>21. xAPI = Application Programming Interface<\/h3>\n<p>API is a set of tools, protocols and subroutine definitions for building applications. In the case of eLearning, it\u2019s often used in the context of an LMS\u2019 API and its ability to link to other software.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 12px; background-color: #f8f8f8; line-height: 1.4;\">\n<p>Brian Caudill, Business Development Manager, JCA Solutions explains:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn the eLearning world we are always looking for more Information, more data points about the learner as they progress through their learning experiences. xAPI also, known as &#8220;Tin Can&#8221;, allows for this by enabling a learning record from any source to be written to a storage server as an &#8220;I did this&#8221; statement.<\/p>\n<p>This allows the potential for any media content, web-based or otherwise, to track anything the learner does. The upside is that you have the potential of receiving an unlimited amount of data points about an unlimited amount of interactions for a given learner.<\/p>\n<p>The downside is that the industry currently does not have a robust set of agreed upon definition for all these thousands of ways to describe what a learner has done. Because of this, the default in most cases has been to use the SCORM language profile to make the data fit within a known set of result definitions.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>And that\u2019s it! The 21 top eLearning acronyms you\u2019ll need to be a functioning human in the eLearning industry! What did we miss? Tell us in the comments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Acronyms are great for old-timers. They\u2019re faster to say and easier to write. But for the uninitiated, they appear like just a pile of letters. 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