Chamilo LMS
Open-source learning management system focused on usability
Chamilo LMS is an open-source e-learning platform (LMS) designed to create, deliver, and manage online training and educational courses. It emphasizes ease of use and accessibility, and is commonly used by schools, universities, NGOs, and enterprises for structured learning programs.
Key Features
- Course creation and management for structured online learning
- User and role management for learners, teachers, and administrators
- Assessments and quizzes for evaluating learner progress
- Learning progress tracking and reporting features
- Web-based interface designed with usability and accessibility in mind
Use Cases
- Delivering online courses for schools, universities, and training centers
- Corporate training programs with structured learning paths and evaluations
- NGO and public-sector training initiatives requiring an accessible LMS
Limitations and Considerations
- Chamilo 2.x is still in development; many deployments rely on the stable 1.11.x branch for production use
Chamilo LMS is a mature LMS project with a strong focus on practical course delivery and accessibility. It is suitable for organizations seeking a traditional, full-featured learning platform they can run and manage on their own infrastructure.
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JavaScript
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Redis
Apache HTTP Server
Docker
PHP
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