LiaEx: Funding for the LiaScript-Exporter

André Dietrich
News , Feature
October 15, 2025

We are thrilled to announce that our LiaScript-Exporter, now developed under the name LiaEx, has received funding through the OE_Sprints program of the German Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth (BMBFSFJ)! 🎉

The Project: LiaEx – OER Exporter for LiaScript

Project Period: October 15, 2025 – April 14, 2026 Funding Code: 01PZ25002 Funding Amount: €50,000

LiaEx was selected during a national OER pitch event and contributes to the German Federal OER Strategy. The project focuses on improving access, interoperability, and openness in digital education through exportable, reusable, and standards-based learning content.

Project Website: https://www.oer-strategie.de/projects/liaex-oer-exporter-fuer-liascript/

About OE_Sprints

OE_Sprints is a short-term funding program supporting innovative, needs-based developments in the OER ecosystem. Projects are implemented in an agile and collaborative manner to quickly close infrastructural gaps and strengthen open educational practices.

Its main goals include:

Supporting open and interoperable infrastructures
Promoting inclusive and accessible learning solutions
Encouraging collaboration and community-driven innovation
Reducing technical and organizational barriers

What LiaEx Will Deliver

LiaEx will enhance the existing LiaScript-Exporter into a versatile tool that allows educational content created with LiaScript to be used across different Learning Management Systems (LMS) and open educational formats.

A key goal is to enable seamless export and integration of LiaScript courses into systems such as Moodle, ILIAS, and OpenOLAT, as well as conversion into H5P packages.

Project Focus Areas

Interoperability – Connecting LiaScript with major LMS platforms
Learning Infrastructure – Expanding OER-friendly ecosystems
Open Standards – Supporting SCORM, xAPI, H5P, and IMS
Accessibility – Lowering technical barriers for educators and learners
Open Source Development – Transparent and collaborative improvement

Planned Improvements

Extended Export Options Expansion of the export functionalities to support multiple e-learning standards and output formats.
User-Friendly Applications Development of both a desktop and a web-based version of the exporter for easy use without technical setup.
Open & Sustainable Development Continued open-source development with community input, documentation, and integration of open standards to ensure long-term usability and adaptability.

Why It Matters

Reducing Barriers

Many educators already rely on existing learning management systems. LiaEx enables them to integrate LiaScript-based materials directly into these systems, preserving the interactive benefits of LiaScript while increasing reach and flexibility.

Supporting All Sectors

By supporting open standards, LiaEx enables the use of interactive courses across educational levels — from schools and universities to vocational training and lifelong learning.

Community Collaboration

LiaEx is developed for and with the community. Educators, developers, and OER advocates are invited to contribute ideas, code, and feedback. This collaborative approach ensures transparency, adaptability, and long-term sustainability.

Outlook

Over the course of the project, the LiaEx team will:

Design the H5P conversion bridge
Develop desktop and web interfaces for broader accessibility
Conduct testing and community feedback rounds
Release the final version as an open-source tool AGAIN

Get Involved

The success of LiaEx depends on community participation! Educators, developers, and OER enthusiasts are invited to test, contribute, and help shape the future of the project.

Visit us on GitHub: https://github.com/liaScript/LiaScript-Exporter

Acknowledgments

We gratefully acknowledge the support of:

BMBFSFJ – Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth
DLR Project Management Agency – for project coordination
OER and LiaScript communities – for feedback, inspiration, and contributions

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