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As the LMS market gets more and more saturated, proprietary software providers have started to make false claims about open source technologies in order to win market share. Some of the more recent statements we’ve found are particularly disturbing, and are regarded as marketing tactics to try and win customers.

The need for corporate LMS is growing among many industries. In this blog, we look at some of the challenges various companies are facing with their L&D programs, and how they can turn these challenges into opportunities.

At Catalyst, we don’t just promote open source through our hosting, customisation and support of platforms like Moodle, Mahara, Totara, Drupal and WordPress - we live and breathe it. This post gives some insight into the tools we use internally, and the power that open source gives us as an organisation.

From course content to security, to cloud costs - there are a few things that require regular attention but can be difficult to get to during busier periods. Click below to download your LMS Checklist.

MoodleMoot Australia was a great success. Having heard from 28 Speakers over the two days, unpacking many Moodle case studies and product tips, one of the concluding questions of the conference was: what do we expect an LMS to look like in 2030? Click below to learn more.

Moodle version 4.1 runs out of official security support on 8 December 2025. Don't have time to upgrade before Christmas? Reach out to Catalyst for help! Click below to learn more.

Moodle LMS 5.1 release is here with enhancements that will make teaching and learning easier, including: simpler course building, more control over AI at the course level and reduced admin complexity.

We want to assure you that all Catalyst-hosted Moodle, Mahara, Totara, Drupal, Laravel, and WordPress sites remain online and fully operational, with only minimal disruption to certain backend monitoring systems.

Beyond collaboration, education networks need a shared and easily accessible pool of knowledge and tools in order to achieve excellence, faster paced innovations, financial sustainability and business continuity.

Used on 27,000+ sites and with 9+ million learners around the world, the Level Up XP Gamification plugin is known for providing a more engaging learning environment, contributing to student success.

Beyond mandated compliance training, senior leaders need to look into new creative ways to develop a ‘culture of learning and responsibility’ in their organisation. Here is what you must do.