The increasing demand for online learning solutions has resulted in more eLearning platforms and new related methodologies. eLearning content comes in all shapes and sizes, varying from general workplace safety training to more complex business-specific internal process training. With this, countless combinations and content designs are made available to suit any organisation’s needs. Managers,…
Do learners enjoy digital learning? As an excellent alternative to classroom learning, digital learning can be as effective and provide more flexibility and comfort for students. For some, however, it can be problematic. So why the difference in opinions among learners? Based on learners’ feedback across different learning and business organisations, the cause of discomfort…
Digital learning has been the education platform of choice for individuals and organizations seeking convenience and productivity in learning. However, designing effective and engaging online learning courses remains a big challenge. To address this, an interactive form of learning called branching scenarios emerged. It presents the lessons realistically and interactively, allowing learners to make selections…
We have heard many sweeping statements of millennial stereotypes, from being too self-entitled to being complacent, no sense of loyalty, and being too reliant on others. Having a good understanding of the typical traits found amongst millennials could go a long way in producing practical eLearning courses that work. Naturally, these are nothing but the…
When the 2019 pandemic forced schools and offices worldwide to shift to a home-based setting, everyone saw how it was possible to get things done from home all along. Since then, eLearning has been one of the most preferred learning methods for students and businesses alike. But unlike traditional face-to-face working environments, online learning set-ups…
Whether you’re training employees, educating students, customers or partners, creating an effective and engaging eLearning module can be effective in helping them remember and understand the knowledge you hope to transfer. But how do you know if the module is effective and has achieved what it has set out to do? Take a look at…
When developing a new eLearning Course, you always have to consider whether you want to build it in-house or outsource the service to professional instructional designers. Doing it yourself allows you the freedom to fully control the process every step of the way. However, if you’re not well versed in eLearning course design and…
Engaging content is a dynamic word that changes in meaning from person to person, generation to generation. Over the years, with the advancement of technology and the emergence of digital natives, this varied understanding has expanded. Digital Native In 2001, Marc Prensky came up with the term “digital native” to refer to people who have…
Budgeting is a critical part of planning an e-learning program. It ensures that money is spent on the more essential aspects of the program and saved from unnecessary add-ons. This balance helps create a successful e-learning course without sacrificing too much of the financial resources of the company or school. It is achieved by setting…
Gamification integrates gaming elements (e.g., competition, points, storyline, mechanics, etc.) into a process, in this case, teaching and training. Effective incorporation of gamification elements into eLearning modules can improve results remarkably. In fact, a study conducted by Sitzmann of the University of Colorado showed that simulation or game-based training methods have led to more favourable…
