eLearning Blog

There are many Learning Management Systems with a wide range of of features and prices.  Faced with an overwhelming array of choices, how do you know which one is the best?  The fact is that none of them are the best for everyone, however one may be the best for you.  The trick is finding the LMS that meets your needs and your budget.

Wednesday, 21 September 2016 at 11 AM Pacific, 2 PM Eastern
In this demo, Gabe will show you how to configure a Learner Module to show sample or teaser content. Utilization of the content in the Learner Module will not count against your license learner limit - no matter how many people view it. The content can be also be shown to unregistered users. He will also explore the powerful Folder Types feature and how it can be used to match your company terminology and desired Learning Path structure.

On July 12th, 2016, Microsoft issued a security update (MS16-088) that prevents Excel from opening a Workbook that has been exported from a cloud based application. Previously, Excel opened the workbook without using protected view security. After the update, Excel no longer opens the downloaded workbook and there is no warning or other indication that the file did not open.

Wisconsin Hospitality Group (WHG), like the overall restaurant industry, is faced with constantly training new employees. On boarding approximately 5,000 new hires a year required a substantial amount of time and money. WHG wanted its training system to integrate with its company portal, public website and additional portals built for conducting surveys and collecting data and analytics.

Accord LMS is pleased to announce that we've been recognized by GetApp, a Gartner Company, as a top ten leader among Learning Management Systems.

Wednesday, 17 August 2016 at 11 AM Pacific, 2 PM Eastern
In this demo, Matt will show you many of the key updates to Accord LMS 5.0. Highlights include new and improved reports and delivery options, a learner calendar view, improved charts and inactivating learners via the bulk import.

This article reviews the process of selecting best of breed eLearning Content Authoring software. The roles of learning management and content creation in creating a successful blended learning program are explored.

IMARC was concerned about a training platform that might not meet its needs and wanted to make an affordable investment. They did not know how fast its online training program would grow, so a system that would expand with its customers’ needs was important. They also wanted a system that was intuitive and easily learned by LMS administrators and users.

Wednesday, 20 July 2016 at 11 AM Pacific, 2 PM Eastern
In this demo, Gabe will demonstrate how you can set up pre-requisites in a Course and pace the progress of learners through a series of Courses in the order you choose. Also, once a learner completes a Course he will show you how to have the LMS automatically Enroll the learner into follow on Courses or additional materials.

In today's world, a Learning Management System is usually one among many business critical applications used by an organization. This article examines how the Accord LMS can integrate seamlessly into a mix of applications and provide numerous features beyond the domain of ordinary LMSs.

Catalyst was using an LMS that was not part of its course registration system. Training in general, and the LMS in particular, required additional sign-ins even after having logged in to the main website. Catalyst wanted a single solution for its website, registration, training and anything else its customers might choose to access. 

Wednesday, 15 June 2016 at 11 AM Pacific, 2 PM Eastern
In this demo, Matt will show you how to link online meetings or webinars to an VILT Session in the Accord LMS. He will also demonstrate the Learner's experience. Accord LMS allows your Learners to launch the meeting directly from the Accord LMS and gives you convenient attendance tracking after the Session is completed.

Learn three easy steps to getting the most bang for your budget. Buying a Learning Management System can be a time consuming and occasionally frustrating process. This article will help you move past analysis paralysis and select a Learning Management System that will best suit your unique training plan.

Wednesday, 18 May 2016 at 11 AM Pacific, 2 PM Eastern
In this demo, Gabe will demonstrate how you can use the native Content Management System (CMS) to extend the functionality of your Accord LMS platform well beyond the LMS capabilities. Find out how to customize your site's layout, features, content and appearance and control the messaging to your audience based on Teams or Roles.

Working late into the night, behind closed firewalls, the Accord makeover artists have been busy creating a new experience for our site visitors.

Incorporating customer feedback, Google site traffic patterns and the latest in responsive design we now offer both desktop and mobile users a web resource that is intuitive to navigate and provides quick access to the information most sought after.