Inmedius launches LMShare™

Inmedius®, Inc. recently announced the general release of Generation21™ LMShare™, a new technology that extends core Learning Management System (LMS) functions to protected and isolated environments, remote locations, and out-of-network individuals or smaller learner groups. A standalone adjunct to any enterprise-class LMS, LMShare replicates essential functionality of the parent LMS. It provides access to training material, administrative tasks, and coursework in a completely secure setting, while being highly flexible to the needs of learners. Fully-integrated, data is transferred automatically, or on demand, when LMShare is connected to the parent LMS. With its built-in calendar, LMShare facilitates a comprehensive learning experience anywhere in the world.

Providing functionality beyond the traditional Sharable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM®) player, LMShare functions as a self-contained or child LMS, enabling users to track progress throughout entire course curriculums. The software supports managed learning configurations for secure networks with three-level hierarchies for administration, department management and individual learners. LMShare can be implemented in a variety of settings for on-site Computer-Based Training (CBT), Instructor-Led Training (ILT) and individual online learning. The software’s user-friendly interface provides easy access to learning content and is fully customizable for instantaneous use. Most functions are pre-configured and no training is necessary.

“A ship at sea provides a great example of LMShare’s capabilities,” said John Stearns, Inmedius VP of Learning. “With an on-ship network available, the training officer manages a full learning program for several shipboard departments that allows him to schedule sessions, include curriculums, and obtain reports. The three-level hierarchy supports ILT and enables all crew members to complete online training — completely isolated from the ship line’s parent LMS. Once in port, each crew member’s learning history is uploaded to the parent LMS so that all training records are complete.”