For Maslow, an instinct is something which cannot be overridden, and therefore while the term may have applied to humans in the past, it no longer does. The book Instinct (1961) established a number of criteria which distinguish instinctual from other kinds of behavior.
learning management system (LMS) A learning management system (LMS) is a software application or Web-based technology used to plan, implement, and assess a specific learning process. Typically, a learning management system provides an instructor with a way to create and deliver content, monitor student participation, and assess student performance.
Definition of an LMS. LMS systems are known by various names, including course management system (CMS), learning content management system (LCMS), virtual learning environment (VLE), virtual learning system (VLS), learning portal, or e-learning platform. Each term might have a slightly different meaning, depending on your interpretation. Perhaps it should be called an instructional management system, as the system's parameters are usually set by instructors rather than by students. However, throughout this article, we'll use the term LMS.