Compliance training has a bad reputation, and that’s on us as learning designers or commissioners. For too long, people have focused on the need to tick a box to say training has been delivered. But that ticked box is of little consequence in the face of the huge and long-lasting consequences of a compliance breach. […]

Descriptive paintings in caves from prehistoric times. Lyric poetry passed down orally through generations. Novels, theatre, TV soap operas…and elearning scenarios. It’s human nature to share wisdom, knowledge, information and life lessons through storytelling. So why wouldn’t you tap into that when it comes to designing elearning courses that needs to change behaviour, improve performance […]

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.

Choosing a content authoring tool may not feel like an easy process. With so many factors playing their part, you can find yourself juggling between several different software choices. So, how do you find the right tool for you and your team now, and a few years down the line? We’ve put together some elearning […]

Want a foolproof elearning content development process that delivers great results, every time? We’ve learned from the wins and war stories of hundreds of learning teams and boiled this down to five key steps for producing effective elearning. The 5 essential steps for a successful elearning development process are: Set clear goals (Capture) Develop a […]

Are you ready to start using branched scenarios in your online learning experiences? In this article, we’ll share inspiration and practical advice to enable you to bring your branching scenario ideas to life. Branching means designing different routes through your content, depending on actions made by the user. A branching scenario is a way of […]

Before you create or improve your digital learning and development strategy, make sure you’re clear on the opportunities elearning presents to your business. Here are 10 awesome benefits to having elearning in the workplace! 10 benefits of elearning in the workplace 1. It’s expected Effective, relevant online learning is sought after and expected by modern […]

The SME relationship can make or break an elearning project. As your gateway to the content, audience and organisation, the subject matter expert has the potential to either derail development or keep you on track and steaming towards the end goal. As an instructional designer, learning consultant or elearning project manager, your job is to […]

Everyone should be able to have a great learning experience. This means making sure you consider accessibility when designing elearning. There are some simple and practical changes you can make to your course design to meet (and exceed!) WCAG 2.0 standards. Here are 7 tips to help you create accessible elearning experiences. What does accessible […]

Onboarding is about so much more than a years-old marketing video from the CEO and a building tour to point out the fire exits! Well-designed onboarding elearning improves employee retention, engagement and loyalty, as well as compliance and speed-to-competence – all really important business metrics. Would you believe that one third of people leave a […]

Gamification has been a hot topic in elearning for some time now and it’s no surprise. We all love playing games. The feeling of accomplishment, of improving, of beating an opponent, and the feedback and rewards that you get are the sorts of things that keep you coming back for more. Here’s why gamification in […]

Inspiration can be hard to find. It can be even harder to be continuously innovative. So then, how do you keep your ideas fresh, your production process smart and your elearning strategy current? Our expert learning consultants have hand-picked some useful resources to kick-start your elearning innovation. Whether you’re producing online training courses for your […]

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 5 top microlearning examples and best practice tips to help you hit the mark. What is microlearning? Microlearning is a way of providing small, specific […]

Hearing from other industry experts is a great way to keep your finger on the pulse, get new ideas and inspiration for how to improve L&D in your organization. You used to have to go to events or keep on top of reading blogs and books, but with the rise of podcasts you can hear […]

Gamification; gamified learning; serious games. Whatever term you prefer, games and elearning have something of a chequered history! Once the thing everyone was talking about, then something most people were only talking about (and not really doing), and more recently a bit of an abandoned bandwagon. But gamification in learning is absolutely something you should […]

Every online training course is unique, with a specific goal and audience that determines your approach. We’ve put together 8 innovative web-based training examples to give you inspiration for your next project. Whether you’re producing online training courses for your own employees, or if you’re in the business of selling online training, creating engaging content […]

Do you want to improve your employee training strategy? Or perhaps you want to set up a new training program from scratch? In this article, we’ll show you the five key things you need to consider to ensure your employee training initiative is a success. This post was originally posted in March 2016 and has […]

How much thought do you give your elearning endings? We are (thankfully) past the days of a pop-up, printable “certificate” and thank you message. But are you doing as much as you could be to make sure you close out your elearning programme with impact? Read on for some practical tips and inspiring examples. First, […]

How do you price online training courses? It’s a difficult question for many online training providers. In this article, we look at three pricing strategies and examine how a number of successful organizations price their training products and get a good ROI. You’ve created an amazing online learning offering and will soon be ready to […]

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