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What does 2019 have in store for digital learning trends? We asked 15 top industry experts to share their predictions and their hopes for the year. Could 2019 finally be the year for truly putting users first? Can microlearning get meaningful? And are bots going to take-over? Read on for fascinating insights, and some strong […]

Choosing an elearning authoring tool isn’t easy and it takes more than a free trial. With each tool offering a wide range of features, workflows and support packages, it’s key you find the right fit for all your stakeholders’ needs, now and two years down the line. This detailed guide and six point scorecard is […]

xAPI is a game changer. It can help you to identify where learning interventions might be needed; measure the impact of blended learning experiences; and identify how they could be improved. In this blog we take a closer look at what xAPI is and share some real-world examples of xAPI in action. What is xAPI? […]

If you’ve made the move from desktop storage to a service like Dropbox or Google Drive, you’ll have experienced the freedom and collaboration that cloud-based software can bring. With a cloud-based elearning authoring tool, you can experience the same benefits and more when you create elearning content. Say goodbye to lone working at your desk […]

Data from millions of learners, insight from industry leaders and the testing of ideas in hundreds of projects has revealed the recipe for the most successful elearning projects. Catch up on Simon Greany’s World of Learning seminar and recent webinar, where he explored the 6 pillars of people-centered elearning and made recommendations for how you […]

When it comes to implementing any new technology, you want to be sure you’re making the right choice. You need to be confident that this investment is going to help not hinder your team, and that you’ll be able to get up and running as smoothly as possible. So, here’s our advice on making sure […]

If you struggle with fiddly, time-consuming elearning translations then you’re not alone! There are some common, yet avoidable trip hazards that can throw your project into a spin. We teamed up with translation experts at TransPerfect to share best practice tips for a smoother translation process. You can watch the full recording of our webinar, […]

Learning managers often ask us what skills they need in their elearning production teams, to make them a success. Whether you’re starting up or expanding your team, here’s a checklist of roles and skills to look out for. It will help you hire new people, contract-in or develop your current team’s capabilities. 4 key elearning […]

How do you get the most out of your elearning production team and create smart, user-focused elearning, efficiently? Here we share four tried and tested configurations, each with their different merits, to help you develop a winning elearning dream team. Think skills not job roles for your team Underpinning our winning elearning team configurations is […]

Have you ever delivered a learning program and found that, nothing seems to have changed as a result? In this guest blog, Jean Marrapodi explores this common issue and challenges instructional designers to start thinking of themselves more as performance consultants. Been there, done that! You open your email, to a message from the Director […]

How do you set-up and nurture an elearning team that can efficiently create smart online learning, at the right quality and volume? We’ve pulled together our years of experience working across hundreds of elearning teams of every size and configuration – across the globe. We’ve identified 8 things that most effective teams have in place and […]

Meet the modern learner. Busy, savvy and hungry to learn. But are they getting what they need? We’ve pulled together findings from numerous research papers and surveys to help you get to grips with what modern professionals need. Use these insights to make sure your learning solutions will cut through the noise and help people […]

Did you know, 90% of information transmitted to the brain is visual. And, your brain processes visuals 60,000 times faster than words. Visually-rich training materials keep the eyes busy and therefore, the brain more alert and active to absorb information. In this blog we share tips from our webinar on how to improve learning experiences […]

You’ve probably heard: Flash is dead! Well, it will be by 2020 anyway. In its wake, HTML5 authoring has become the industry standard for L&D teams looking to produce modern, interactive and multi-device elearning. With the range of HTML5 authoring tools available on the market, how do you decide which one is right for your […]

Recent research from Towards Maturity suggests that the myth of ‘If you build it, they will come’ is alive and well. Some L&D teams feel that strict deadlines are the only way to guarantee views, but at the same time, 27% of users are unable to find what they need when they do browse their […]

What makes some L&D departments more successful than others? L&D departments come in different shapes and sizes with varying budget amounts, making it hard to compare successful initiatives and figure out what would work best for your organization. In this article, guest writer, Mattison Johnson shares insight into the L&D practices that top companies are […]

Personalized and adaptive learning are two of the hottest trends in L&D and they’re here to stay. We take a look the difference between personalized and adaptive learning, their potential impact, and how can you make them part of your learning strategy – from simple to more advanced applications. Personalization and adaptive learning – what’s […]

As treatment for social media addiction becomes available on the High Street, considering the impact of digital noise on people’s lives is in focus now more than ever. First, in this article, we explore why we have a responsibility to consider ‘time well spent’ in learning and help you weigh up whether you’re doing more […]

How do you know if your elearning project is working? Measuring learning effectiveness and impact shouldn’t be cumbersome or a job in itself. It should be about doing just enough to prove the value of your learning programs, where it matters most. And, it doesn’t have to all wait until the ‘end’. Here are 20 […]

Hands up if you’ve ever clicked your way through a piece of elearning, sighing and muttering to yourself, ‘What’s the point of this?’ us too. To inspire your audience and deliver real-life impact, your elearning should be aligned with a business and/or personal goals (preferably both). It’s time to say goodbye to an audience on […]