COST ESTIMATING METHODS FOR LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

The problem of the cost estimation of using a Learning Management System – a type of e-learning platform – is becoming more and more common among schools, universities and other organisations. The systems are a fundamental part of teaching models of many universities as well as corporate organisations, providing benefits of improving the quality of teaching process and enhancing the image. Without doubt, a great number of learning facilities are considering the use of a e-learning platform in their didactic activity.
Hence, the question arises how to estimate the labour intensity needed to implement a Learning Management System or to create a software for building a Learning Management System. The article answers this question by presenting several models and methods which can be employed to design the evaluation of creating or implementing this kind of solutions. The article reviews software estimation methods, determining how suitable they are for the assessment of the labour intensity applied to develop a Learning Management System.