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SCORM vs xAPI

What is SCORM?
    Shareable Content Object Reference Model Learning standard used to publish interactive learning content 1.1, 1.2, 2004 2nd Edition, 2004 3rd Edition, 2004 4th Edition (Versions) Tracking simple “end result” outcomes of e-learning e.g. Completion, Success, Score, Time Tracked
    What is xAPI?
      Experience API (xAPI) Learning standard used to publish interactive learning content Format: Actor (A) : Verb (V) : Object (O)
      Examples
      Joe Black (A) viewed (V) the policy (O)
      Joe Black (A) correctly answered (V) the question ‘How many developers does it take to fix a bug’ by selecting ‘1’ (O)
      Joe Black (A) viewed (V) the Government Gazette website (O) xAPI content can reside outside of the LMS Since 2013 – 1.0.0, 1.0.1, 1.0.2, 1.0.3 - Versions

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      Similarities
        Can both reside on the LMS Can both report on simple outcomes e.g. Completion, Success, Score, Time Tracked Both are learning standards
        Key differences
        Learning standard / comparison area SCORM

        xAPI

        LMS Only run inside LMS Can run inside and outside of an LMS Reporting Simple outcomes Advanced outcomes e.g. multiple scores Web browser required Yes No
        Decision time
          Don't know when to use which standard? See document Signify Software - SCORM or xAPI.pdf attached to the left.
          Other standards
            cmi5 cmi = computer managed instruction
              Use xAPI learning standard as the communication protocol Plus definition on packaging an structure If xAPI is the electrical current, then cmi5 is the wall socket where you plug into your LMS! AICC - Aviation Industry Computer-Based Training Committee AICC - a specification of eLearning content, established by the committee from which it gets its name
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