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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

Udacity serves as a hub for lifelong learners seeking to acquire essential skills for their desired careers and personal development. Our goal is to equip the global workforce with the necessary training for future job markets. We collaborate with top technology firms to understand how innovations are reshaping various sectors and to impart the vital tech skills that employers demand. Through our robust and adaptable digital education platform, we enable even the most time-constrained individuals to prepare for high-demand tech positions. The community of Udacity students spans the globe, all driven by a common aspiration for improvement and change. Our distinctive educational approach fosters an exceptional level of interaction with learners, providing support throughout their entire educational experience—from the initial outreach by a marketing representative on social media to the moment a career advisor celebrates a graduate's successful job placement. In this way, we not only educate but also empower individuals to transform their futures.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Juno Journey Yes 
Accredible Yes 
BigBlueButton Yes 
Cornerstone SumTotal Yes 
Credly Yes 
Google Workspace Yes 
Mettl Online Exam Platform Yes 
Mettl Remote Proctoring Yes 
Microsoft Teams Yes 
OctoProctor Yes 
POK Yes 
SMOWL Yes 
Tanuki Yes 
Teamstack No 
Turnitin Yes 
UbiCast Yes 
Wooclap Yes 
Zoom Yes 
iQ3Connect Yes 

Integrations

Juno Journey Yes 
Accredible No 
BigBlueButton No 
Cornerstone SumTotal No 
Credly No 
Google Workspace No 
Mettl Online Exam Platform No 
Mettl Remote Proctoring No 
Microsoft Teams No 
OctoProctor No 
POK No 
SMOWL No 
Tanuki No 
Teamstack Yes 
Turnitin No 
UbiCast No 
Wooclap No 
Zoom No 
iQ3Connect 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

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
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 No 
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 No 
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

Udacity

Founded

2011

Country

United States

Website

www.udacity.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

Learning Experience Platforms

Built-in Course Authoring No 
Content Sharing No 
Employee Portal No 
Gamification No 
Microlearning No 
Mobile Learning No 
Multi-User Collaboration No 
Recommendations No 
Reporting/Analytics No 
Self-Service Content Curation No 
Social Learning No 
Third Party Course Library No 

Technical Skills Development

Analytics No 
Career Coaching No 
Discussions No 
Exercises and Projects No 
Offline Usage No 
Quizzes & Assessments No 
Videos No 

Training

Academic / Education No 
Asynchronous Learning No 
Blended Learning No 
Built-In Course Authoring No 
Built-in LMS No 
Certification Management No 
Corporate / Business No 
Learner Portal No 
Mobile Learning No 
Simulation No 
Synchronous Learning No 
Training Companies No 
eCommerce No 

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