Create and Improve Courses with Torus

Q: Why is it named Torus?

The name comes from the Tokamak reactor —powerful, scalable, and deceptively simple. Torus is built to scale OLI’s success with a lean, maintainable system.

What is Torus?

The next-generation open platform for creating, delivering, and optimizing adaptive learning experiences. Torus leverages learning science and facilitates research to help educators build impactful courses and advance teaching practices.

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Why Torus is Right for You

Learning Science Built-In

Applies proven learning science to help you design engaging and effective learning experiences

Continuous Improvement with Data

Tracks student performance in real time, so you can refine your course content based on real learner needs

Modular and Customizable

Use, adapt, or remix high-quality learning components to fit your teaching goals—no need to start from scratch

Open and Interoperable

Integrates smoothly with your existing systems and gives you the freedom to customize or contribute to the platform

Getting Involved with Torus

Teach with Torus

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Join the Community

Discuss new features and provide feedback during our monthly virtual meetings

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Explore on GitHub

Dive into our open-source project and contribute to Torus’ development

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Latest News

New dates added: Come see Torus!

Hal Turner2025-08-18T17:03:40-04:00July 9th, 2025|

Explore the next generation of OLI’s learning platform—Torus. Join our June 26 webinar to see the modern new UI, discussion boards, LMS gradebook passback, AI assistant tools, collaborative notes, and more.

Come see Torus!

Hal Turner2025-08-18T17:03:22-04:00June 24th, 2025|

Explore the next generation of OLI’s learning platform—Torus. Join our June 26 webinar to see the modern new UI, discussion boards, LMS gradebook passback, AI assistant tools, collaborative notes, and more.

Torus Version 30: Deepening Engagement and Rewarding Achievement

Vanessa Chang2025-08-18T16:53:38-04:00May 22nd, 2025|

Celebrate student achievement and personalize support in Torus Version 30. New features include Course Certificates, AI Activation Points with DOT, and upgraded authoring analytics—designed to make learning more engaging and responsive.

Frequently asked questions

We’re here to help with any questions you have about using, customizing, or teaching with Torus.

Why is it named Torus?Vanessa Chang2025-03-31T16:19:41-04:00

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