Learning Management Systems for Trainers

This interactive workshop is designed for trainers who are looking to develop, customize, and manage their own Learning Management System (LMS). Whether you're a freelance trainer, corporate educator, or part of an academic institution, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to create an affordable and scalable online learning platform. Participants will explore free and low-cost LMS options such as Moodle, Google Classroom, and TalentLMS, and learn how to customize them to suit their training needs. The workshop will also guide participants through the process of migrating from a local development environment to a live server, ensuring a smooth transition for their training modules.

1. Developing an LMS for Trainers A Step-by-Step Guide for HRD Corp Certified Trainers Your Name & Date

2. What is an LMS? • LMS is a platform for delivering, managing, and tracking training. • Supports multimedia content, assessments, and learner tracking.

3. Why Trainers Need an LMS • Scalability: Can reach a broader audience. • Flexibility: Access from anywhere, anytime. • Data-Driven: Provides insights on learner performance.

4. Course Creation Tools • Drag-and-drop course builders. • Supports multimedia (videos, PDFs, quizzes).

5. User and Assessment Management • Manage user profiles, roles, and enrollments. • Quizzes, automated grading, performance tracking.

6. Reporting & Analytics • Learner progress reports. • Course performance metrics. • Engagement levels and completion rates.

7. Communication Tools • Forums, live chat, email notifications, webinars. • Enhance interaction between trainers and trainees.

8. Certification and Gamification • Issue certificates and badges upon course completion. • Gamification elements (leaderboards, points, achievements).

9. Mobile-Friendly and Responsive Design • Accessible on any device (desktop, tablet, mobile). • Crucial for modern learners who need on-the-go access.

10. Affordable or Free LMS Platforms • Moodle (Free/Open-source) • Google Classroom (Free) • TalentLMS (Freemium) • Thinkific (Freemium) • Teachable (Freemium)