e2train adds PENS standard to Kallidus LMS
e2train has added the Package Exchange Notification Services (PENS) standard to the new version of its successful Kallidus Learning Management System. This specification enables rapid deployment of e-learning content between authoring tools, content management systems and learning management systems.
The PENS specification is the output of a supplier workgroup initiative between leading suppliers, and is supported by the Aviation Industry Computer Based Training (CBT) Committee (AICC), a key compliance standards body for the e-learning industry.
PENS is designed to fill a gap that exists between the creation of e-learning content packages by content authors, and the deployment of those packages on Learning Management Systems by administrators in order for learners to access the material. The specification simplifies this deployment. Using PENS, a content system notifies the server that an e-learning package is available for collection. A PENS compatible server then collects and processes the package which can use existing content packaging formats, such as AICC course interchange files, SCORM 1.2 and SCORM 2004. Finally, as the content is processed, the server can automatically inform the developer, or other systems, of workflow progress or report any problems via messages which can be sent by HTTP or email.
AICC Technical Co-ordinator, Anne Montgomery explains, “Moving content from one system to another has been an ongoing challenge for organisations. PENS enables the improvement of the authoring and deployment experience for the learning community.”
The addition of PENS means that, Kallidus users will easily be able to publish e-learning content and create training material to be delivered via the Kallidus LMS.
Commented e2train Managing Director, Rob Caul, “The PENS specification provides an important bridge between the authoring process and the Learning Management Systems through which content is deployed. PENS is a tremendous enabler for rapid e-learning, and will offer our clients true ‘one-click deployment’ of their content, thereby improving the process and increasing the value of e-learning and the Kallidus LMS.”