The flexibility to incorporate instructional
components in multiple applications and contexts.
An
example
You've developed interactive diagrams and simulations
that are perfect for teaching basic concepts in logistics. At
a national conference, half the people who saw your presentation
asked for copies. Fortunately, because you've been creating SCORM-conformant
materials, it's easy for you to give them your packages for importation
into their systems. And those who are also using SCORM-conformant
systems should be able to use the material without too much tinkering.
Encouraged by your reception, you decide to place your materials
on a national repository. You've included good meta-data (also
part of the SCORM) so anyone interested should be able to find
and use the materials quite easily--provided their systems also
support the SCORM. Your materials are highly reusable,
substantially increasing their value and providing more return
for your investment of time and resources.
By the way, if you want to control or benefit from
the use of your materials, SCORM-compliant objects contain authorship,
rights, and usage information.
SCORM features that support Reusability
The SCORM addresses the reusability requirement
in the following ways. It provides a uniform way of packaging
content. Rich meta-data capabilities enable the location and legitimate
use of learning materials. The SCORM provides a standard way of
stopping, starting, and communicating with content that is widely
published and therefore widely supported by content and tools
producers.