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GraceO
Community Member
3 years ago

SCORM: 1.2 vs 2004

Hi everyone,

I'm wondering the difference (pros and cons?) of publishing for SCORM: 1.2 vs 2004.

I tried looking this up, but couldn't find consistent, conclusive information. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

  • The output to use often depends on what the LMS is set up for. However, if you have a choice, I'd say you should definitely go with SCORM 2004 (edition 3 or 4). That has a much higher limit for suspend data. That means it'll allow more info to be stored for resuming a course. (With low data limits and a big/complicated course, it's possible that a user wouldn't be able to resume where they left off if they exit the course before finishing.)

    You can find out more about suspend data here: https://articulate.com/support/article/exceeding-scorm-suspend-data-limits 

  • GraceO's avatar
    GraceO
    Community Member

    Thanks, everyone! Is there any reason not to just use 2004 every time? (assuming the LMS is compatible)

    • JudyNollet's avatar
      JudyNollet
      Super Hero

      If the LMS is compatible, I think it makes sense to use 2004 every time. If nothing else, that makes the publishing settings easier to remember.  :-)