Engineering & Systems / Concept
Scalability
Definition
The ability of a learning solution, system, or process to handle growth in users, data, complexity, scope, or demand without unacceptable degradation.
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Scaling changes architecture, support, cost, governance, and coordination requirements even when the learning design itself appears stable.
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Sources and evidence
- LeBOK — 4.1.6 Designing for Scalability and Sustainability (direct)
- CIRCLS / Digital Promise — Unveiling the Value of Exploration — PDF p. 44 · report p. 44 — Emergent impact — progression from efficacy to scalability and longevity (supporting)