A review of Cloud Learning Management System (CLMS) based on Software as a Service (SaaS)

Cloud computing technology is growing rapidly, attracting great attention of educational institutions as it is believed to improved learning efficiency. There are many Cloud Learning Management System (CLMS) based on Software as a Service (SaaS) available and offered for free in the market. However, selecting the one that fit to purpose for educational institution or educators are still challenging. This paper seeks to provide a comparative guideline for educational institution and educators in selecting the best LMS's to be used based on the provided features. The study reviewed and analytically compared 6 major CLMS base on SaaS such as Collaborize Classroom, CourseSites, Ecto, Edmodo, GoConqr and Google Classroom.