Learning Management Software or Systems is often referred to as LMS. These are the main body of online learning courses, and provides the means to access a course, its contents and examinations.
LMS are the area of the learning course which the user logs into in order to access the course materials. It offers a space to store the contents of the course, which can be accessed at any time through any computer which is connected to the internet. The LMS also allows the user to take any tests or quizzes are required in order to complete the course. The LMS gives the user the chance to view their current progress through the course they are working on.
Many different LMS systems exist, and there are differences between each of them, but the main layout is generally the same for each. They work with different learning companies and online training providers in order to offer a range of flexible online learning courses which users can partake in.