Course platform glossary
Clear definitions of the terminology that actually matters when choosing a platform — starting with the one number everyone misses: the transaction fee.
Platform Architecture
Cohort-based course (CBC)
A course format where all students start and progress through the curriculum together on fixed dates…
Content & Delivery
Drip content
The practice of releasing course lessons on a timed schedule rather than giving instant access to al…
Platform Architecture
LMS (Learning Management System)
A Learning Management System — the software that organises, delivers, and tracks online learning con…
Platform Architecture
Membership site
A website that gates content, community, or resources behind a recurring subscription payment — th…
Commerce & Payments
Transaction fee
The percentage or flat fee a course platform charges you on top of payment processing for each cours…