SCORM (1.2 / 2004)
Reliable course packaging for LMS deployments. Tracks completion, score and session time.
- Best for compliance & standard courses
- Widespread LMS compatibility
Quick Guide to eLearning Standards: SCORM, xAPI, cmi5, LTI, H5P & HTML5 Courses
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Overview: eLearning standards & content formats.
SCORM, xAPI, cmi5, LTI, H5P and custom HTML5 — modern, trackable and fully integrated content for any LMS.
xAPI (Tin Can API)
Flexible event-based tracking across web, mobile, simulations and offline environments via an LRS.
- Best for analytics-heavy programs
- Track activities outside the LMS
cmi5
A modern SCORM replacement that uses xAPI for rich reporting with LMS launch capability.
- Best for modern LMS deployments
- Combines LMS launch + xAPI tracking
LTI (Tool Integration)
Standardized way to embed external apps into an LMS with SSO, deep linking and grade return.
- Best for SaaS tools and exam engines
- Secure SSO & grade sync
H5P
Fast-to-build interactive HTML5 content — quizzes, branching, interactive video and more.
- Best for rapid interactive content
- Lightweight and extendable
Custom HTML5 + xAPI
Bespoke courses, simulations, gamified experiences and microlearning — fully controlled UI with optional xAPI.
- Best for complex UX and simulations
- Full flexibility with analytics
eLearning Standards Comparison
| Standard / Format | What it is | Tracks | LMS Launch | Offline Support | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCORM (1.2 / 2004) | Course packaging & LMS runtime API | Completion, score, time, suspend/resume | ✔ Yes | ✖ No | Compliance training, onboarding | Widely supported; limited analytics |
| xAPI (Tin Can API) | Event-based activity tracking stored in an LRS | Any activity (statements: actor-verb-object) | ✖ Not by itself | ✔ Yes (with proper design) | Analytics, mobile, simulations, VR | Requires an LRS; extremely flexible |
| cmi5 | A rule-set on top of xAPI for LMS-launched courses | xAPI statements for completion, score, duration | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes | Modern LMS deployments, SCORM migration | Combines LMS launch flow + xAPI power |
| LTI (Learning Tools Interoperability) | Integration standard for external tools & SSO | Depends on tool — often grades, attempts | ✔ Yes (tool launched from LMS) | Depends on tool | SaaS learning tools, external assessment engines | Enables SSO, deep linking, grade return |
| H5P | Open-source HTML5 content library (content types) | Basic interactions: scores, simple results | ✔ Yes (embedded in LMS pages) | ✖ Typically no | Rapid interactive content, microlearning | Easy to build; limited analytics compared to xAPI |
| Custom HTML5 + xAPI | Bespoke front-end with optional xAPI/SCORM wrappers | Anything you define (clicks, paths, decisions) | ✔ With wrapper | ✔ Yes | Simulations, gamification, product training | Most flexible; requires dev resources |
| Tip: For deep analytics use xAPI or cmi5 with an LRS. For fast interactive content use H5P. For maximum LMS compatibility use SCORM. | ||||||
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SCORM Development & Packaging
End-to-end SCORM 1.2/2004 course creation, conversion and packaging. We handle tracking setup, suspend/resume logic, LMS testing and multi-device compatibility.
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- SCORM compliance & LMS QA
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xAPI (Tin Can) Course Development
We implement xAPI event tracking for mobile apps, simulations, VR modules and custom content. Setup includes LRS integration, reporting dashboards and analytics workflows.
- Custom xAPI statement design
- LRS setup (Learning Locker / GrassBlade)
- Advanced analytics & dashboards
cmi5 Content Development
We build modern cmi5 packages that combine LMS launch workflows with the power of xAPI. Ideal for replacing legacy SCORM setups.
- SCORM → cmi5 migration
- xAPI data mapping
- LRS + LMS integrated solutions
LTI Tool Integration & Development
We create LTI-compliant tools that integrate securely with LMS platforms, supporting SSO, grade return, deep linking and external tool launches.
- LTI 1.3 / Advantage integration
- Custom external tool development
- Secure SSO + grade syncing
H5P Interactive Content Creation
Fast, engaging interactive content for LMS platforms using 45+ H5P content types — quizzes, hotspots, branching, interactive videos and more.
- Custom H5P templates
- Interactive videos & branching
- Bulk content creation
Custom HTML5 Course Development
Fully custom, responsive course development with optional SCORM or xAPI wrappers. Ideal for simulations, product training, and high-end interactive modules.
- Custom JS/HTML5 learning modules
- SCORM/xAPI tracking layers
- Gamified & scenario-based learning
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