As 2017 draws to a close, many have started to wonder how elearning will shape up in 2018 and beyond. Few of the key trends that the market is witnessing include game-based learning, implementation of IT security and cloud-based solutions, rapid growth in online content & digitization, innovations in wearable technologies, enhanced use of cloud learning management systems (LMS) etc. 80% of students claimed learning would be more productive if it were more game-oriented. MORE

From social and personalized learning to virtual and augmented reality, the possibilities for L&D are endless. Over the last year, we’ve observed the advancement of the Learning Experience Platform (LXP), a learner-centric Learning & Development platform that facilitated the move from compliance training to continuing professional development (CPD). Learning Management to Learning Experience . It incorporates personalized learning . MORE

With a growing need to foster effective learning and cater to the training needs of a global workforce, organizations across the world are implementing learning management systems for corporate training. A learning management system (LMS) is a software application that can deliver course material to learners, administer assignments and tests, track the performance of participants, manage records, and offer continuous support. A more engaging learning experience. MORE

In the run up to this year’s Learning Technologies conference, we’ve been pondering the Learner Experience alongside our partners, Kineo. From Social and Personalized Learning, to Virtual and Augmented Reality, the possibilities for L&D are endless. Learning Management to Learning Experience. After all, Learning & Development shouldn’t necessarily take the ‘one size fits all approach’, and what works for one learner might not suit another. MORE

Artificial intelligence will improve the way your admins and learners interact with content in your learning platform. In the enterprise learning space, this is a major topic of conversation and L&D leaders have a distinct appetite to make their learning activities increasingly automated and personalized. . In the 2017 L&D Global Sentiment Survey , respondents were asked, “What will be a hot topic in learning and development?” Collaborative/social learning. MORE

Today’s technological advances have contributed greatly to one of the world’s dominating trends in recent years – e-learning. The “ E-learning Market – Global Outlook and Forecast 2018-2023” report released at the beginning of 2018 forecasted a $65.41 billion revenue generated by the e-learning market by 2023. Looking at the growth patterns of the global e-learning industry, it is expected to surge 11% by 2020, as seen in an article by Elucidat. . MORE

The year 2019 has just started and it is the right time to analyze the trends that will impact the learning industry all year long, especially the e-Learning landscape. Here’s a sneak peak at the top 8 trends that are going to change the e-Learning game this year: 1. Flexible Learning. The improvements in flexible and adaptive learning are extending the limits of what is realizable with learning. Social and Informal Learning. Mixed Reality (MR). MORE

Recently, workplace learning expert Donald Taylor released the results of his annual L&D Global Sentiment Survey. The top answer, beating out social learning, micro-learning, and augmented reality, was personalized and adaptive delivery of learning. Taylor’s survey was specifically about 2017, but adaptive learning has been hot for a few years. But first, what is adaptive learning? Adaptive learning changes that formula. MORE

Artisan at DevLearn 2018. DevLearn is the largest learning technologies conference in the Learning and Development industry, and this year’s event didn’t disappoint. While there was a noticeable focus on new technology—including augmented reality and virtual reality—it was clear that existing trends like micro-learning, video-based learning, and standards like SCORM-based LMS support are alive and well. MORE

The standard mandatory training, although necessary in corporate learning, might not be sufficient for nowadays employees. They need a different approach to learning, due to their lack of time on one hand, and the vast variety of skills to be acquired on the other hand. As employees prefer to be in command of their own learning journeys, training should be adapted accordingly, so that the learning is engaging , easy to consume and time-saving. Learning Trends MORE

As the year is coming to a close, HR departments tend to focus less on learning and development and more on such lovely endeavors as office Holiday parties, team buildings and reward systems for loyal and efficient employees. But there is one thing concerning corporate learning that holds specialists’ attention and that is the road it seems to be taking in the following year. Top 5 e-learning trends for 2019. Micro learning is a major trend. E-learning MORE

Friday, December 1, 2017, 10AM – 11AM PT: Management & Learning Will Change Forever (And You Need to Know How and Why) (Free for ATD members) The industrial revolution and the labour-intensive economy it spawned have been replaced by a mind-intensive knowledge economy that’s driven by technology, automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and globalization. Why supporting continuous learning, open communication, and “anytime, anywhere” collaboration is critical. MORE

According to IDC , the estimated market opportunity of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality (AR/VR) solutions by 2020 will be $143 billion. In fact, according to STRIVR , learning retention rates with AR/VR can be as high as 75 percent as compared to just 10 percent retention rate through reading or lecture. For you, it means your employees will be ready to get started with their work right from the first day since their learning curve will reduce greatly. MORE

The proliferation of mobile devices has changed the way we interact, network, live and learn. Devices account for 75% of global internet usage which is expected to touch the 79% mark by 2018. Learning and Development initiatives of various corporations will move away from a structured and restricted method of training and development to a more learner-oriented approach for good. They can add VR to add enhanced learning experience in their daily routine operations. MORE

People do not want traditional LMSs; they want streamlined learning platforms. Yes , there are plenty of folks who are seeking a learning platform or other subsets of LMSs, but when you look at the $$$, the LMSs as a whole are far outweighing learning platforms. . I also saw the other Diddy, that MOOCs are part of or is the future for learning. Deep Learning – hits hot mode. In the consumer world outside of e-learning, they call it machine learning. MORE

As 2018 draws to a close, many L&D leaders are beginning to explore the top learning and development trends of 2019. Learning and development is transforming at a quicker clip in recent years as a crop of new technologies like virtual and augmented reality, automation, and artificial intelligence disrupt our expectations for engaging, action-oriented learning. Trend #1: Making Learning More Accessible. MORE

What digital learning trends and buzzwords make you cringe? 10 trends in workplace learning that will help you make sound decisions . There’s no doubt that there are, and always have been, a lot of buzzwords in the workplace learning industry. I’m sure I’m not the only one who plays “buzzword bingo” at conferences like Learning Technologies. People are talking about AI, augmented reality, microlearning and all sorts of things, but they are talking about it. MORE

This blog talks about 10 Reasons Why Enterprises Need a Mobile LMS (Learning Management System). That is the reason there is a growing demand for mobile learning management systems. This will allow your workforce to access learning anytime and from anywhere. MORE

The past few years have seen the growth of self-paced learning programs. Organizations have invested significant sums of money in developing mobile-first learning solutions that allow learners to access learning content on their smartphones. Surveys also indicate that modern learners, especially millennials prefer to learn on their own. Despite all these findings there are some interesting stats that continue to foster the growth of blended learning. MORE

At the end of September we held our third MOOC of the year with Experience Matters: A Crash Course in Learning Experience Design ; A 4-week course detailing how L&D professionals can create meaningful and engaging learning experiences for all their employees. With the Digital Transformation continuing to proliferate the Learning Tech world, your predictions were predictably and suitably high-tech… Rising Popularity of Micro Learning. MORE