一、国外的定义
关于学习管理系统（LMS）的定义，网上有很多的版本。在Google中输入 define LMS,得到一些定义，如下：
1、A learning management system (LMS) is a software application or Web-based technology used to plan, implement, and assess a specific learning process. Typically, a learning management system provides an instructor with a way to create and deliver content, monitor student participation, and assess student performance. A learning management system may also provide students with the ability to use interactive features such as threaded discussions, video conferencing, and discussion forums. The Advanced Distance Learning group, sponsored by the United States Department of Defense, has created a set of specifications called Shareable Content Object Reference Model (SCORM) to encourage the standardization of learning management systems.
来源：http://searchcio.techtarget.com/sDefinition/0,,sid182_gci798202,00.html
2、(Learning Management System) An information system that administers instructor-led and e-learning courses and keeps track of student progress. Used internally by large enterprises for their employees, an LMS can be used to monitor the effectiveness of the organization's education and training. It is also beneficial in ensuring state- and federal-mandated courses are delivered in a timely manner.
来源：http://www.techweb.com/encyclopedia/defineterm.jhtml?term=lms
3、LMS (learning management system): Software that automates the administration of training. The LMS registers users, tracks courses in a catalog, records data from learners; and provides reports to management. An LMS is typically designed to handle courses by multiple publishers and providers. It usually doesn't include its own authoring capabilities; instead, it focuses on managing courses created by a variety of other sources.
该网站还提供了有关LCMS（Learning Content Management System）的定义：
LCMS (Learning Content Management System): An LCMS provides an authoring application, a data repository, a delivery interface, and administration tools. The authoring tools provide templates and storyboarding capabilities, and may be used to convert existing content. Some LCMS's offer collaboration tools, including chat, integrated email, and threaded discussion groups.
4、Learning Management System ( LMS)
Learning Management System. An LMS is usually a database driven, dynamic website that provides students and teachers an environment where testing and reporting can be made. The site owner commonly has an administration area where content (image & text) can be updated and/or deleted. QMG provides customised LMS development.
来源：http://www.qmg.com.au/page/glossary
二、国内的定义
1、什么是LMS(学习管理系统)
LMS,Learning Management System，学习管理系统，中文别名：在线培训系统，网络教育平台，在线教育系统
LMS是现代远程教育发展的产物，实现网络教育培训管理的一套软件系统。一般说来，LMS包括以下主要功能：
管理教育培训流程；计划教育培训项目；管理资源、用户和学习内容；跟踪用户注册课程和学习过程数据管理；支持课程的编目、注册、跟踪、报告；支持SCORM、AICC等课件标准，更复杂的还能提供技能认证等高级管理功能。
来源：http://www.chinaelearning.net/e-learning05_Info.asp?ID=813
三、综合
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