Kirstie Greany

Bite-sized elearning modules are small, self-contained information nuggets. They typically range in duration from 1 to 15 minutes and are usually focused on one or two tightly defined learning objectives. Here are a few examples. In contrast, more conventional elearning modules can take between 30 and 60 minutes (or longer) to consume and have a […]

We’ve pulled together the top five books every elearning designer should read, with help from our Elucidat community. These five books cover all the bases, from how people learn, to what makes learning and habits stick, and how to design with these elements in mind. All these books are pacy, practical, and actionable. Whether you’re […]

Every elearning manager knows about the importance of reading good material. There is a treasure trove of knowledge, research and experiences available for anyone to learn from. But how do you decide what to start with? Where do you begin? It can be daunting trying to navigate the mountain of elearning literature that has been […]

The shift from “courses to resources” has been a hot topic for more than ten years. Many learning designers chop up their content. But is this really microlearning? In this article, Kirstie Greany challenges traditional perceptions and shares some ideas on how to create a successful microlearning strategy.

Traditionally a combination of online and face-to-face learning, blended learning is about implementing the learning strategies that deliver the most impact, on a budget, at scale. This is great for a remote and globally spread workforce. But how do you develop and implement a successful, modern, blended learning strategy? Here, we delve into the benefits […]

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 […]

With all the data available now avaliable, it’s vital you measure what really counts. We asked two experts in the field how they demonstrate the value of their learning initiatives. They shared their measurement and evaluation tips, methodologies and success stories as part of the Learning at Large Knowledge Hub. How to measure what counts […]

In the US, Retail is seeing more employees walk away than any other industry. In fact, Retail had its largest one month exodus ever in 2021. Piling on the pressure to those retail organizations that have already had to make redundancies due to Covid, resignations are biting hard. So what can Retail L&D teams do […]

Developing learning in large organizations can involve a lot of people – all with different priorities, experience and skills. Providing the right level of support is key to producing quality at scale. A clear process will help you stay on track while empowering everyone to bring their best to the table. So, what should this […]

Providing customer training around your products or services is a fantastic way to differentiate yourself from competitors. It also boosts customer engagement and enables them to gain more value from you: win, win. But if you’re serious about providing useful training that’s as professional as the rest of your customer-facing services, you must approach it […]

You can’t begin to design an effective learning solution until you’ve understood the problem you’re trying to solve. Digging deeper from the start cuts through the business speak to get to the real needs. We asked two L&D experts how they get from a training request to the root cause of a requirement. They were […]

With so many jumping on microlearning’s bandwagon, is it the big L&D heist many experts argue – or is promise lurking? As always, it comes down to execution. We’ve shared 6 top microlearning examples and best practice tips to help you hit the mark. What is microlearning? Microlearning is a way of providing short, focused […]

A clear vision will help you stay on track and inspire others to join you on your journey to better quality learning. But where do you start? And who should you get involved in developing this vision? We asked top learning leaders from Worldpay and Clyde & Co. to share their insights, examples and approaches […]

Building strong stakeholder relationships is a crucial step in the career of any learning manager. How can digital learning leaders avoid getting stuck in a transactional relationship and get to a place of collaboration and partnership? We asked two successful learning managers that very question and are excited to share their tips, examples and methodologies […]

Finding the best online training tools can be a difficult task. If you’re creating elearning, you will need to produce quality content and courses quickly, especially if you are to meet the ever-changing needs of your end users. To do this effectively, you’ll require a range of software. To help you with the task, here’s […]

Data dashboards are your best friends when it comes to evaluating elearning, prototyping ideas and producing content. Good dashboards update automatically with live user data so that you can have your finger on the pulse. We looked at the top 10 stats you should monitor so you get a full picture of the impact of […]

We are so excited to introduce our Learning at Large: Knowledge Hub – The #1 place for learning managers to get insider tips on running successful elearning production at-scale. We’ve interviewed leading digital learning managers and industry experts to collate stories, tips and tools to help take your elearning production to the next level. It’s […]

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 […]

The pandemic has transformed our ways of working. Whether remote or socially distanced, the new ways we work require a change of approach for L&D. The dust has settled on last year’s leap to digital learning. Now, it’s time to rethink what modes of learning work best. In this blog, you’ll find out how flexible […]

Employee training is important in so many ways. It helps improve employee engagement and increases employee retention. If done right, it also has a positive impact on efficiency, innovation and productivity. Naturally, training is good for employees and, ultimately, your profitability and customers. Creating a good employee training program doesn’t just happen. It needs to […]