FAQ About SCORM
1. What does it mean to be ‘SCORM compliant’?
Being SCORM compliant means that eLearning content and LMSs adhere to the established standards, ensuring compatibility and tracking across various platforms without modification.
2. What is a SCORM wrapper?
A SCORM wrapper includes files that enable communication between eLearning content and a Learning Management System, allowing the content to be uploaded and accessed on an LMS easily.
3. How do I check the SCORM version?
To determine the SCORM version of a package, unzip it and check the “schemaversion” tags within the imsmanifest.xml file located in the root directory.
4. How do I test a SCORM package?
Testing a SCORM package involves using a SCORM player to display the content and monitor its interaction with the SCORM API, ensuring it reports completion and learner results accurately.
5. Can SCORM track offline learning activities?
SCORM primarily tracks online interactions. For tracking offline activities, content must be re-synced with the LMS when the learner goes back online.
6. Is SCORM secure for sensitive content?
SCORM itself does not include specific security protocols; security depends on the LMS. It’s important to ensure that your LMS provides robust security measures.
7. Can SCORM support mobile learning?
Yes, SCORM can support mobile learning, but this depends on the mobile compatibility of the LMS and the specific SCORM content being used.
8. How is SCORM different from xAPI?
SCORM and xAPI (Experience API) are both eLearning specifications, but xAPI is more flexible, allowing tracking of learning experiences in a wider variety of contexts, including mobile and offline environments.
9. What are the hardware requirements for using SCORM?
SCORM doesn’t specify hardware requirements as it focuses on software standards for eLearning content. However, the hardware must support the LMS being used.
10. How often is SCORM updated?
SCORM isn’t frequently updated; the last major release was SCORM 2004. The industry is gradually shifting towards newer standards like xAPI for more flexibility.
11. Can SCORM handle multiple languages within the same course?
Yes, SCORM can support multilingual courses as long as the LMS used can manage and display the different language content correctly.
12. What is the future of SCORM with emerging technologies?
While SCORM remains widely used, its role may diminish as newer technologies like xAPI offer greater capabilities, especially in tracking learning experiences across various platforms and contexts.
