Why is xAPI better than SCORM?

The key difference is that xAPI allows you to track learning in almost any context, not just in the LMS. And, it can also be used to make direct links between people’s learning experiences and their on-the-job performance. As well as being better defined than the SCORM API, it also uses newer technologies.

What are the similarities and differences between SCORM and xAPI?

SCORM and xAPI: Which One You Should Choose Create a large library of learning objects. Use an LMS to deliver and manage learning contents. Track a single learner. Use eLearning contents in other contexts.

What is the purpose of xAPI?

xAPI is a simple, lightweight way to store and retrieve records about learners and share these data across platforms. These records (known as activity statements) can be captured in a consistent format from any number of sources (known as activity providers) and they are aggregated in a learning record store (LRS).

What is the difference between xAPI Experience API and tin can?

There’s no difference at all between Tin Can and Experience API; zero, nothing, nada. People sometimes think that they’re two separate forks of the project, one owned by Rustici Software and one owned by ADL, but that’s absolutely not the case.

Is xAPI compatible with SCORM?

No, it’s not. It’s easy to make SCORM content work in a xAPI system.

What is an alternative to SCORM?

As the reigning alternative to SCORM, xAPI is the ‘future-proof’ option. xAPI is also more reliable than SCORM. It is a newer standard, which means it is built to adapt better with the current software.

Is xAPI compatible with scorm?

What is xAPI VS API?

API stands for Application Programming Interface. It is a generic software term for the connection between different technical systems. Two software systems can share data with each other using APIs. The xAPI refers specifically to how learning activities should be reported between different technical systems.

Is xAPI a REST API?

To align with current web best practices, a RESTful approach is used with all xAPI requests. HTTP methods combined with RESTful practices work through HTTP requests to store, modify, retrieve, and delete data.

Is xAPI better than scorm?

The technical detail of the xAPI spec allows it to capture more and richer data, more reliably than SCORM. A powerful LMS like LearnUpon allows you to automate reports based on the incredibly detailed data xAPI tracks.