TAO/E-Learning environments

E-Learning environments
E-Learning environments pool different E-Learning technologies and processes in one system. They could also called Virtual Learning Environments, Learning Management Systems or Course Management Systems. In contrast to real-time communication (see prev. chapters) in this more generalized class of systems there may also be asynchronous tools and methods, like wikis, course material, automated assessment systems, etc.

Moodle
Moodle is a open source application which can used to create effective online learning sites for online collaboration.

ILIAS
ILIAS is also a open sourcesoftware for web-based teaching and e-learning. It is a multi-purpose tool that can be used as a flexible course player, as an authoring tool, but also as a communication and collaboration platform.