I’m assisting a client who needs a system to host training courses, specifically for seasonal staff who will only use it for 1-2 months annually. The quotes I’ve received from different learning management systems for this limited usage seem exorbitant, with costs exceeding $5k. Since the company won’t be making full use of all the features of a comprehensive LMS, I’m seeking suggestions for more cost-effective alternatives or ways to host online training courses without committing to a full-year system. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
For seasonal employees, a traditional LMS may be excessive. Here are a few affordable choices:
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Free LMS platforms: Take into consideration free LMS solutions like Moodle that have restrictions (such user count and storage).
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Microlearning platforms: Investigate microlearning platforms that offer bite-sized training materials perfect for brief sessions.
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Using Google Forms to generate quizzes and unlisted films, you can upload videos on websites like YouTube.
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Internal content management system (CMS): Consider putting training materials with minimal access controls on your client’s CMS, if they have one.
These alternatives to a complete LMS can save a lot of money, but they may need some setup.
Hey Oliver, For cost-effective hosting of training courses for seasonal staff without committing to a full-year system, consider free or open-source LMS platforms like Moodle or Canvas Free for Teachers, pay-per-use or pay-per-month options offered by some LMS providers, or online course hosting platforms like Teachable or Udemy. Additionally, self-hosted solutions using WordPress with LMS plugins or custom development may offer flexibility and cost savings. Evaluate features, scalability, and total cost of ownership before making a decision, and negotiate discounts for seasonal usage if possible.
This is a creative and cost-effective way to create quizzes and he can use existing video resources like YouTube.