Here is some solid, unbiased, advice from CMS Watch on using open source CMS; which is also applicable for using open source learning content management systems.
In my opinion, one major issue with every OSS CMS package is that most require a major developer learning curve to fulfill even small content requirements. So you can count on configuration and customization, regardless of your environment.
… However, OSS CMS software has really evolved lately, some even becoming, in my opinion, "enterprise capable." Having access to all the source code can allow you to build to almost any content requirements that you may have. OSS also allows you to "try before you commit." You can run a prototype whenever and for however long you want. So, you can certainly pay out on your investment.
There you have it from Tony.
“In my opinion, one major iss”In my opinion, one major issue with every OSS CMS package is that most require a major developer learning curve to fulfill even small content requirements. So you can count on configuration and customization, regardless of your environment.”
Sounds like bulls**t to me. I’ve been poking at CMSs for years, and as a cruddy developer I can tell you that this isn’t the case. As for configuration, and customization.. well duh. 8^)