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About the vendor
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Customers
  • Freelancers
  • Large Enterprises (>10,000)
  • Non Profits
  • Public Administrations
  • Small/Medium Businesses
Use Cases
  • Compliance Training
  • Customer Training
  • Employee Training
  • Training Companies
  • Workforce Development
Industries
  • Airlines/Aviation
  • Apparel & Fashion
  • Banking
  • Food & Beverages
  • Retail
Deployment
  • Self-Hosted System
  • Software as a Service / Cloud
Platforms
  • Linux
  • Mac
  • Windows
Browsers
  • Apple Safari
  • Google Chrome
  • Internet Explorer
  • Mozilla Firefox
Training
  • Documentation
  • In Person
  • Live Online
  • Online Tutorials
  • Webinars
Support
  • Business Hours
  • Email
  • Knowledge Base
  • Live Online
  • Online Community
  • Phone
Supported Specifications
  • SCORM 1.1
  • SCORM 1.2
  • SCORM 2004
  • SCORM 2004 3rd Edition
  • SCORM 2004 4th Edition
Languages Supported
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LinkedIn Page
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Features

Learn more about Forma LMS features that set it apart from the competition. Discover how its unique tools and capabilities enhance your processes.

Accounts

Add a new user Allows administrators to add new users directly to their LMS for streamlined user management.
Archive users Deactivate and store user accounts without deleting them.
Browse list of users View all registered users in the system.
Bulk User Actions Manage multiple user accounts at once.
Custom/Mandatory User profile fields Define required or optional fields for user profiles.
Upload users Import users via spreadsheet.

Activity grading

Course History View completed and ongoing courses for each user.
Gradebook Centralized view of all learner grades.
Gradebook audit trail
Gradebook comments Add comments to learner grades.
Manual Grading ("Marking") Manually review and grade submissions.
Multiple grading scales Support for different grading systems.

AI Features

Adaptive Learning
AI Powered
Chatbot
Content development
Content Translation
Intelligent recommendations
Natural Language Processing
Predictive analysis
Quiz generation
Text-to-speech

Authentication

Active Directory/LDAP Integration Authenticate users via corporate directories.
Custom User login page Personalized login interface.
Manual Accounts
No login Allow content access without authentication.
SAML2/API Integration Single sign-on and external authentication.
Self-Registration Users create their own accounts.
Self-Registration w. Admin Confirmation User signup requires admin approval.

Categories

Assign Courses to categories Organize courses under specific categories.
Create new Categories Add new organizational groups for courses.
Manage Categories Edit, delete, or update categories.
Priced Categories (Bundle) Sell course bundles grouped by category.

Certificate management

Certification life-cycle Track generation, renewal, and expiration.
Manage certification templates Customize certificate formats.
Predefined certification templates Use ready-made certificate designs.
Unique Certificate by Course
Unique Certification by Curriculum Different certificate per learning path.

Compliance management

Certificate expiration notifications Alerts when certificates are near expiry.
Certification Expiration Management Manage timelines and renewal rules.
Due Date notifications Notify learners of upcoming deadlines.
Soft/Hard Stop Due Dates Allow or block access after due dates.

Course Creation

Assignments Engine
Built-In Authoring Tool
Can reuse PPTs, PDFs, Videos Upload and repurpose existing material.
Changing Course default settings Modify core course configuration.
Consume online video content Embed or stream video lessons.
Content Library
Course backup Options
Drag & Drop Interactions
Hybrid Learning Courses
Learning Paths (Curriculums) Sequence courses into structured programs.
LRS
Scheduling LIVE events Plan webinars or virtual classes.
Survey Engine Create learner surveys.
Tests Engine Build quizzes and exams.
Upload courses Import courses into the platform.

Customization

Mobile Learning Support
Personalized views Customize interface per user.

Enrollment

Attendance Tracking Track presence in sessions.
Automated Enrollment (based on User data) Enroll users automatically by rules.
Guest Access Settings Allow non‑registered users limited access.
Manual Enrollment Manually assign users to courses.
Progress Tracking
Self-enrollment Allow learners to join courses freely.
Self-enrollment (with a PIN #) Require a PIN for enrollment.
Survey enrollment (based on a response) Enroll based on survey answers.

Format

Course Discussions Forum-style communication.
Gamification Format
Learner Upload Allow learners to upload content.
LIVE Chat Option Real-time messaging inside courses.
Social Format
Topics Format
Video Conferencing Integration Connect with tools like Zoom/Teams.
Weekly Format

Gamification

Badge customization
Badges
Customize Gamification mechanics
Leaderboards
Levels
Points
Rewards

Interface options

Additional external pages Add custom pages to the platform.
Block Management
Calendar Settings
Language settings Set default or custom system language.
Learning Accessibility
Location Settings
Media embedding settings Control embedding permissions.
Multilanguage Support Provide support in multiple languages.
Ready-made Themes

Learning types

Asynchronous Instructor-led
Asynchronous Self-paced Learners progress independently.
Blended Learning Mix online and face‑to‑face training.
Synchronous Virtual Classroom Live real-time classes.

Mobile learning

Offline (disconnected Mobile app)
Online (Internet connected) Access content with full connectivity.

Offline

Support for offline access to content

Reports

Automated Report Scheduling Send reports automatically.
Canned Reports
Dashboards and Graphic Reports Visual analytics dashboards.
Email delivery of Reports Send reports via email.
Exporting Reports in variety of formats Export data as PDF, Excel, etc.
Grading Report Settings Customize grade reporting.
Learning Analytics Tools
Training Record Maintenance Maintain full training logs.

Roles

Define roles Create custom permission roles.
Role Assignment Assign roles to users.
System Permissions per role Control access rights.
Teams and Team Hierarchies Organize users into teams.

Security

Anti-spam
Anti-virus
IP Blocker Block specific IP ranges.
Restrict registration to specific domains Limit signups by email domain.
Strong Passwords Enforce secure password rules.

Shopping cart

Built-In Shopping Cart Sell courses directly.
Shopping Cart as Plug-In Add commerce via plugin.

System reports

Automatic email reports in predefined intervals Send periodic system reports.
Custom reports generator Create custom report layouts.
Email notification settings Control notification rules.
Live Logs Monitor system activity in real time.
Pricing

Learn more about Forma LMS's pricing options, cost, and plans so you can make a well-informed, business-wise decision on the best software to use for organization.

Pricing Model
  • Free
License
  • Open Source
Starting Price
  • N/A
Free Trial
  • No

Forma Lms is open source, but we can offer a hosted solution with different users range according to your needs.

Integrations

Learn more about Forma LMS's integration options.

Adobe Connect

Adobe Connect

API

API

BigBlueButton

BigBlueButton

G Suite

G Suite

Paypal

Paypal

WooCommerce

WooCommerce

Wordpress

Wordpress

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Reviews

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Performance Overview
Overall Rating 76%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend

Forma is a flexible and feature-rich open-source learning management system initiatives.

Feb 1, 2023

Overall Rating 70%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? As a language model AI, I do not have personal opinions, but I can tell you that Forma LMS is highly regarded for its ease of use, customization options, and rich feature set, including gamification, mobile compatibility, and integration with other tools and platforms.
What do you dislike? As a language model AI, I do not have personal opinions, but it is worth mentioning that some users have reported that Forma LMS can be complex to set up and manage, and may require a certain level of technical expertise to fully utilize its features and customization options. However, it is also acknowledged that the platform's versatility and comprehensive feature set can make it worth the investment in terms of time and resources.
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Reviewer verified by LinkedIn

Industry : Newspapers | Company size : 11-50 | Level : Senior | Focus : Engineering | Experience using the software : Free Trial as Administrator

In my opinion best Open source LMS available anywhere

Feb 6, 2019

Overall Rating 100%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? Forma LMS is set up in a logical fashion making tasks as a Super Admin, Admin & Learner simple to complete. Multi-portal, Scorm compliant, Auto certificates, Auto reports, whats not to like? Its a LMS that thinks like a Training Manager!
What do you dislike? The Orange standard templates but with a minimal knowledge of css that can be customised.
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Graeme C.

Industry : Hospitality | Company size : 1-10 | Level : Director | Focus : Education | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as User, Administrator, Member of the deployment/customization team, Member of the procurement team

For your reference, the final code for the app we’re building can be found in this GitHub repo.

Dec 10, 2018

Overall Rating 60%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? In the previous tutorial, we built movie tickets booking app that stored all movie data in javascript files. That is obviously not what you want to do for a real world app. So, this time we’re going to build an API backend for our movie tickets booking app that will store movie data in a MongoDB database and will return it to the app as JSON data. For your reference, the final code for the app we’re building can be found in this GitHub repo.
What do you dislike? For your reference, the final code for the app we’re building can be found in this GitHub repo. thanks
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Reviewer verified by LinkedIn

Industry : Consumer Services | Company size : 11-50 | Level : Senior | Focus : Education | Experience using the software : Free Trial as User, Administrator, Member of the deployment/customization team, Member of the procurement team

Solution LMS Open Source qui n'a plus rien à prouver

Aug 2, 2018

Overall Rating 85%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? L'outil est vraiment agréable à utiliser, sa prise en main est rapide. L'outil est robuste et répond complément aux attentes de entreprises se lançant dans le Digital Learning ou avec une première expérience.
What do you dislike? L'édition de rapports avec graphiques, comparatifs de groupes n'est pas possible aujourd'hui. L'envoi de mails automatiques pour relancer les stagiaire serait un plus.
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Nicolas C. — Associé gérant chez DGT Concept

Industry : Elearning | Company size : 1-10 | Level : Director | Focus : Consulting | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Member of the deployment/customization team, Member of the procurement team

Powerfull LMS with advanced features that improve the quality of training and information retention

Jan 6, 2018

Overall Rating 93%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? Reporting system Automated certificates Learning plans API's
What do you dislike? -
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Antony C. — Responsabile Area E-learning

Industry : Elearning | Company size : 1-10 | Level : Manager | Focus : Program and Project Management | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Administrator, Member of the deployment/customization team, Member of the procurement team

normale

Dec 30, 2017

Overall Rating 57%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? forma
What do you dislike? a long
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Reviewer verified by LinkedIn

Industry : Elearning | Company size : 1-10 | Level : Manager | Focus : Operations | Experience using the software : Free Trial as User

It should be a beer tool if it can support IMS-LTI.

Dec 7, 2017

Overall Rating 68%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? Certificate function
What do you dislike? does not support IMS-LTI.
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Frank C. — Product Manager at Shou Ray Information Service Co., Ltd.

Industry : Information Services | Company size : 51-200 | Level : Manager | Focus : Product Management | Experience using the software : Free Trial as Administrator

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