{"id":14240,"date":"2019-12-05T19:00:08","date_gmt":"2019-12-05T17:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/?p=14240"},"modified":"2021-09-07T12:54:26","modified_gmt":"2021-09-07T09:54:26","slug":"educational-platform-vs-lms-vs-training-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/educational-platform-vs-lms-vs-training-software\/","title":{"rendered":"Educational platform vs training software vs LMS: What&#8217;s the difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Educational platform<\/em>. <em>Training software<\/em>. <em>LMS<\/em>. You\u2019ve probably been using at least one of these words to search for a solution to your training problem. Maybe your materials are disorganized. Maybe your people are scattered across different locations. Maybe different employees need different training, and a one-size-fits-all onboarding seminar is just not cutting it anymore.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ve reached a point where you need a simple way to implement your existing training for your employees. Or your current training system might just not be working for you anymore.<\/p>\n<p>But, you just can\u2019t figure out the difference between all these names. Are they the same? Are they distinct?<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Educational platform, training software, LMS: what do they all mean?<\/h2>\n<p>Fear not. Allow us to pull back the curtain on all of these confusing terms. We\u2019re here to help explain the features and differences between each of these, so that you can pick the right online teaching platform for you.<\/p>\n<p>You may have been using words like \u201cLMS software\u201d or \u201cLMS system\u201d to search for available training software. At first glance, all 3 of these tools appear to be quite similar. They are all types of online learning platforms. So, it makes sense that you might be using all of these terms when you\u2019re searching.<\/p>\n<p>Despite their similarities, the terms stand for three different things. And being aware of the differences will help you decide which solution best fits your company. But, before diving into the specifics, what does each term mean?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Educational platform:<\/strong> any computer software that serves an educational purpose. In this context, \u201cplatform\u201d refers to something that exists online. You use an educational platform to learn stuff.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Training software:<\/strong> computer software that serves the purpose of training people (usually employees) in specific skills. You use training software to learn specific skills.<\/p>\n<p><strong>LMS: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/what-is-an-lms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This stands for learning management system<\/a><\/strong>. It is similar to online training software and it allows users to create, organize, and assign educational courses. You use an LMS to learn stuff.<\/p>\n<p>The important thing to remember here is that <strong>they\u2019re all used to learn things<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we understand the basic definitions, let&#8217;s get into the specifics of each.<\/p>\n<p>There are important differences between these educational technology tools when we consider the different topics that people want to learn about by using them. Is an LMS an educational platform? Objectively, yes. Is an educational platform always also an LMS? Definitely not.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14246 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/lms-training-software-educational-platform.png\" alt=\"LMS vs Training Software VS Educational platform - TalentLMS blog\" width=\"436\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/lms-training-software-educational-platform.png 436w, https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/lms-training-software-educational-platform-300x252.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 436px) 100vw, 436px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To make this simpler: an LMS is training software, and training software is an educational platform. So, an LMS has all of the features of training software and educational platforms.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Reap the benefits of online training with a full-featured LMS<br \/>\n<\/strong>From small businesses to large enterprises to educational organizations,<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">TalentLMS is the platform that users consistently rank #1.<\/span><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/create\/aff:blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/CTA.png\" alt=\"Create my TalentLMS forever-free account\" width=\"291\" height=\"70\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>What is an educational platform?<\/h2>\n<p>The easiest way to understand the difference between an educational platform and training software or LMS is to consider the different ways in which people use them.<\/p>\n<p>When you hear \u201ceducational platform\u201d, you should <strong>think of schools or universities<\/strong>. Universities use these platforms to organize students into classes under a professor\u2019s instruction.<\/p>\n<p>Educational tools like these are used for uploading and downloading resources like lessons, notes, and assignments. Most educational platforms offer discussion boards where multiple users can interact with each other. They also offer at least basic testing features, where students can complete assessments online and submit them for grading.<\/p>\n<p>Some learning platforms even allow for video and audio uploading. But the vast majority don&#8217;t seamlessly support features like live lesson streaming, video conferencing, or integration with other online tools.<\/p>\n<p>Essentially, educational platforms are online teaching tools used for <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blended-learning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">blended learning<\/a><\/strong>. This is a combination of in-person and online learning. We find them frequently used in higher education because it\u2019s a tool that allows learning to continue even after students have left the classroom. So, it\u2019s unlikely that this kind of platform will be the best solution for a company\u2019s training needs.<\/p>\n<h2>What should I use for my business? Training software or an LMS?<\/h2>\n<p>Now, the terms \u201ctraining software\u201d and \u201cLMS\u201d are more closely related to each other than they are to the educational platform. You could sometimes use the two interchangeably. But since our goal here is to be crystal clear, we won\u2019t. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n<p>Training software gives you the ability to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/create-online-courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>create online courses<\/strong><\/a>, organize employees into groups, assign training to users, and run tests and assessments. In all of these capabilities, it is the same as an LMS.<\/p>\n<p>But, while an LMS can have all those features, it also has more. Here are some of the additional things you&#8217;ll find in an LMS:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/features\/lms-reporting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Reporting:<\/strong><\/a> The system will gather and synthesize data about user progress\/ training completion, and other metrics you can choose from that satisfy your specific needs.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/integrations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Integration<\/a>:<\/strong> You can smoothly connect and sync your LMS with other tools or programs you\u2019re already using.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/talentlms-certifications-lms-feature\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Certification<\/a>:<\/strong> You can allow users to earn downloadable certificates once they\u2019ve finished a course. Ideally, your LMS should allow you to customize these certificates as you wish, adding a company logo or design of your choosing.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/features\/gamification-lms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Gamification:<\/strong><\/a> This allows employees to earn points for the time they\u2019ve spent learning, as well as for courses that have been successfully completed. They can compete with other employees and track their rankings on leadership boards.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Are these the only <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">features an LMS can have<\/a><\/strong>? Absolutely not. These are the basics. An LMS can offer many more choices.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also possible that a piece of training software may have some of these features as well. The difference between the two terms? When we say training software, it may have some of these things. When we say LMS, it will have these features.<\/p>\n<p>Should you come across an LMS that is lacking in any of these, then that should show you that you\u2019re not getting the best possible value for your money.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-14248 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/platform-details.png\" alt=\"LMS details - TalentLMS blog\" width=\"625\" height=\"617\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/platform-details.png 625w, https:\/\/www.talentlms.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/platform-details-300x296.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>The solution to better training is closer than you think<\/h3>\n<p>Understanding your specific needs is the first step to choosing the right online learning platform for you. Armed with this information, as well as a clear understanding of the differences between various kinds of online learning software, you\u2019ll be ready to pick the best solution for your employee training.<\/p>\n<p>So, don\u2019t get lost in the woods when it comes to navigating the different terminology. The road that takes you to the right training solution is closer than you think!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Educational platform. Training software. LMS. You\u2019ve probably been using at least one of these words to search for a solution to your training problem. Maybe your materials are disorganized. Maybe your people are scattered across different locations. Maybe different employees need different training, and a one-size-fits-all onboarding seminar is just not cutting it anymore. 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