Elearning

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

If you love learning from the wins, worries and war stories of learning leaders in your shoes, then this podcast will soon become a firm favorite. Learning at Large is the podcast where business leaders talk high-impact learning at scale: challenges, innovations and the future. Coming soon: Subscribe to our newsletter to get notified about […]

We’re proud to have created an app for survivors of sexual violence for local charity, Survivor’s Network. It walks through some techniques that help those who’ve had a traumatic experience find calm and regain some control in moments of need. Read on to find out more about the charity, what the app does, and what […]

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 […]

As we consume more and more audio and video content in our daily lives, we need to look to the same mediums to make the learning we create more memorable. Watch the webinar recording below for best practice tips on how to engage your learners through using audio and video in your Elucidat courses. Learning […]

Are your courses multi-device compatible? With minimal effort, you can make your courses look beautiful on desktop, tablet and mobile devices by simply using the right tools. In this article, we’ll share seven strategies to help you create and control mobile layouts.

When it comes to online learning experiences, branching can be a great way to help learners practice, keep things interesting and relevant, and improve retention. Get ideas for how you could better engage your audience with these five branching examples. Branching simply means designing different routes through the content, depending on input from the user. […]