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Sphere is the core of the experiential learning ecosystem created with the learner in mind for simplicity of use.

Last updated: May 2021
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Who Uses This Software?

Workstar has deployed Sphere to a number of clients, with our largest deployment being McDonalds Australia, who have >110,000 employees accessing the platform on a daily basis, we also service other clients such as Commonwealth Bank and BankWest on this platform.

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Customers
  • Large Enterprises (>10,000)
  • Non Profits
  • Public Administrations
  • Small/Medium Businesses
Use Cases
  • Compliance Training
  • Customer Training
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Employee Training
  • Workforce Development
Industries
  • Aviation & Aerospace
  • Banking
  • eLearning
  • Hospitality
  • Pharmaceuticals
Deployment
  • Desktop Application
  • Mobile Application
  • Self-Hosted Cloud-based
  • Self-Hosted System
  • Software as a Service / Cloud
Platforms
  • Mac
  • Windows
Browsers
  • Apple Safari
  • Google Chrome
  • Internet Explorer
  • Mozilla Firefox
Training
  • In Person
  • Live Online
Support
  • 24/7
  • Business Hours
  • Email
  • Phone
Supported Specifications
  • SCORM 1.1
  • SCORM 1.2
  • SCORM 2004
  • SCORM 2004 3rd Edition
  • SCORM 2004 4th Edition
  • xAPI/Tin Can API
Languages Supported
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What is Sphere?

Sphere is the core of the experiential learning ecosystem it is a customisable Learning Management System created with the learner in mind for simplicity of use. This platform has been designed for ease of integration with other platforms through API’s to allow a single point of entry for employees to access digital content.
 
Workstar has deployed Sphere to a number of clients, with our largest deployment being McDonalds Australia, who have >110,000 employees accessing the platform on a daily basis, we also service other clients such as Commonwealth Bank and BankWest on this platform.
 
Workstar’s approach to deployment is to understand the detailed requirements of the client through our ‘LMS Design Workshop’ run by our UX team and then tailor an interface to suit the environment ensuring we are capturing your corporate branding, desired interface, content strategy and user demographics.

Overview of Sphere benefits

User Capability

  • Bulk import/edit/archive users
  • Configurable user profile and custom fields
  • Self registration capabilities and self service user profile updating
  • User able to complete learning content and
    • Earn points through a customisable mastery program
    • Earn badges and attain certificates.
  • Administration
    • Manage People
    • Manage Content
    • Manage Places
    • Tags / Categories

LMS Interface and Usability and Functions

  • Learning content Types
    • Documents (files such as PDFs)
    • Links
    • Modules (SCORM 1.2 and xAPI)
    • Videos (YouTube, Vimeo, and MP4 files)
    • Survey Monkey surveys
    • Collections (comprised of items of any of the above content types)
    • Assessments
  • Dashboards
    • Custom Dashboards
    • Dashboard Builder
  • Mobile Applications
    • HTML wrapped (iOS and Android)
  • Station Training App
  • Learner Rewards Program
  • User Achievements
  • Multi Language

Technical Characteristics of Sphere+

LMS platform built on Microsoft DotNet/C# with a MSSQL back end, and an angular JS mobile responsive front end.
SAML/SSO integration with ability to self register users
Support for xAPI and SCORM 1.2 compatible modules
Hosted on AWS infrastructure (Sydney South East)
 

Features

Learn more about Sphere 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 Track all grade changes over time.
Gradebook comments Add comments to learner grades.
Manual Grading ("Marking")
Multiple grading scales

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
SAML2/API Integration
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

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 Create and manage learner assignments.
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 Backup and restore course data.
Drag & Drop Interactions
Hybrid Learning Courses
Learning Paths (Curriculums) Sequence courses into structured programs.
LRS
Scheduling LIVE events
Survey Engine Create learner surveys.
Tests Engine Build quizzes and exams.
Upload courses Import courses into the platform.

Customization

Mobile Learning Support Optimize learning for mobile devices.
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
Social Format
Topics Format
Video Conferencing Integration
Weekly Format

Gamification

Badge customization Design custom achievement badges.
Badges Award digital achievements.
Customize Gamification mechanics Modify points, levels, and rewards.
Leaderboards Rank learners based on achievements.
Levels Define progression stages.
Points Award points for activity.
Rewards Offer incentives for achievements.

Interface options

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

Learning types

Asynchronous Instructor-led Instructor-led but not in real time.
Asynchronous Self-paced Learners progress independently.
Blended Learning Mix online and face‑to‑face training.
Synchronous Virtual Classroom

Mobile learning

Offline (disconnected Mobile app) Access mobile content without internet.
Online (Internet connected) Access content with full connectivity.

Offline

Support for offline access to content Downloadable materials for offline study.

Reports

Automated Report Scheduling Send reports automatically.
Canned Reports Prebuilt report templates.
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
Restrict registration to specific domains Limit signups by email domain.
Strong Passwords Enforce secure password rules.

Shopping cart

Built-In Shopping Cart
Shopping Cart as Plug-In

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.
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Pricing

Learn more about Sphere'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
  • Freemium
  • One-time purchased license
  • Subscription
License
  • Paid
Starting Price
  • $1,020
Free Trial
  • No

Integrations

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