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Description
Open edX is an open-source learning management system and course authoring platform originally developed by Harvard and MIT in 2012. Now stewarded by Axim Collaborative, a nonprofit founded by its original creators, it powers online learning for over 140 million learners across 196 countries.
Deployed by universities (Stanford, Arizona State University), enterprises (Google, Microsoft, IBM, AWS, McKinsey), government and international organizations (NASA, IMF, Amnesty International), and training providers worldwide, it supports online campuses, instructor-led programs, MOOCs, professional certifications, and corporate training at any scale.
Released under AGPLv3 and Apache 2.0 with no licensing fees, the platform is built on Python/Django, containerized via Docker, deployed using Tutor, and supports Kubernetes for production environments.
The project follows a biannual named release cycle, delivering two major community upgrades each year. The latest stable release is Verawood (June 2026), the 22nd named release. Each release brings new features, security updates, and community contributions.
Key capabilities include built-in course authoring via Studio, XBlock architecture for custom interactive content, LTI 1.3 Advantage Complete certification, SCORM and xAPI support, native iOS and Android apps, analytics powered by Apache Superset and ClickHouse, eCommerce, SAML/OAuth/OIDC single sign-on, and REST APIs.
A global network of verified service providers across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas offers professional hosting, implementation, customization, and support through the official Open edX Marketplace.
Description
We have the largest collection of elearning courses available from the top publishers around the world. We can help you find the right courses, map them to your core competencies, sync them with your LMS, and increase utilization and improve your L&D programs. Our carefully curated catalog contains thousands of courses that cover business skills, safety, technology, certifications and other industry-specific topics.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Accredible
Yes
Axonify
No
BlueVolt
No
Bridge
No
Examus
Yes
Google Workspace
Yes
Learn Amp
No
Mettl Online Exam Platform
Yes
Microsoft Teams
Yes
OctoProctor
Yes
Integrations
Accredible
No
Axonify
Yes
BlueVolt
Yes
Bridge
Yes
Examus
No
Google Workspace
No
Learn Amp
Yes
Mettl Online Exam Platform
No
Microsoft Teams
No
OctoProctor
No
Pricing Details
Free (open source, self-hosted
Open edX is free and open-source (AGPLv3 / Apache 2.0). No licensing fees. Organizations handle hosting and maintenance either self-managed or through a service provider. Managed hosting costs vary by provider - see the Open edX Marketplace.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
OpenSesame makes it easy to pay as you please. Choose an unlimited monthly subscription, buy a bundle of courses, even select one course at a time.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
Axim Collaborative
Founded
2012
Country
United States
Website
openedx.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
OpenSesame
Founded
2011
Country
United States
Website
www.opensesame.com
Product Features
Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Academic / Education
Yes
Asynchronous Learning
Yes
Blended Learning
Yes
Built-In Course Authoring
Yes
Corporate / Business
Yes
Customizable
Yes
Gamification
Yes
Learner Portal
Yes
Mobile Learning
Yes
Open Source
Yes
SCORM Compliance
Yes
Synchronous Learning
Yes
Video Conferencing
Yes
eCommerce
Yes
eLearning Companies
Yes
Product Features
Language Learning
Augmented Reality
No
Customization
No
Dashboard / Reporting
No
For Businesses
Yes
For Individuals
Yes
For Learning English Only
No
For Schools
No
Gamification
Yes
Immediate Grading
No
Offline Access
No
Personalized Learning
Yes
Progress Tracking
Yes
Speech Recognition
No
Tests / Quizzes
Yes
Virtual Reality
No
Training
Academic / Education
No
Asynchronous Learning
Yes
Blended Learning
Yes
Built-In Course Authoring
No
Built-in LMS
No
Certification Management
Yes
Corporate / Business
Yes
Learner Portal
Yes
Mobile Learning
Yes
Simulation
Yes
Synchronous Learning
No
Training Companies
Yes
eCommerce
Yes