Introduction to Custom Training Solutions Every team has its unique strengths and weaknesses. Recognising this, custom training solutions are designed to specifically target your team’s areas for improvement while enhancing their strong points. Unlike one-size-fits-all training programs, custom solutions are tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of your team. Whether it’s improving communication skills, mastering new technology, or boosting sales techniques, custom training ensures that every minute of training is relevant and directly applicable to your team’s day-to-day operations. T ..read more

Introduction to Learning Design Services: What Are They? Learning Design Services, what’s that? Simply put, they’re the blueprint behind effective corporate training programs. Think of them as the architects of learning. These services focus on creating educational experiences that are not just informative but engaging and relevant to the employees’ work life. Why does this matter? In today’s fast-paced business world, keeping employees skilled and up-to-date is more crucial than ever. Learning Design Services step in to make this happen efficiently. They pull from various fields—psychology, d ..read more

Introduction to Instructional Design in eLearning Instructional design in eLearning is like the blueprint for building a house. It’s about planning out how to teach a subject so that students really get it. This approach uses a bunch of smart strategies to help learners understand and remember the info better. Instead of just throwing facts at students, instructional design makes the learning process way more engaging and effective. It’s all about figuring out what learners need to know and then deciding the best way to teach it to them. This includes choosing the right types of activities, ho ..read more

Introduction to Microlearning: A Modern Learning Solution Microlearning is a powerful way to learn new skills bit by bit. Imagine breaking down a huge topic into smaller, manageable pieces. That’s microlearning. It’s like snacking on information rather than eating a full meal. This approach makes learning flexible and fitting into a busy schedule easier. You can learn on the go, whether it’s a quick video, a short read, or a mini-quiz. The beauty of microlearning lies in its simplicity and efficiency. It targets specific outcomes, making it incredibly effective for skill development. Instead o ..read more

In the realm of instructional design, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged not as a contender for the designer’s role but as a potent ally. This transformative technology offers a suite of tools that can streamline the creation of learning programs, enhance learner engagement, and provide insights into learning effectiveness. However, it’s vital to understand that AI supplements the unique creativity, empathy, and strategic thinking of instructional designers; it doesn’t replace them. This article explores how AI tools support instructional design, their advantages and limitations, and un ..read more

Introduction to Transformative Learning Program Design To truly transform your employee training, you need to think outside the traditional classroom box. It’s not just about passing on information; it’s about designing a learning journey that changes how your team thinks and acts. This process starts with setting clear goals. What do you want your team to achieve? Once you know that, the design of your learning program can take many shapes. Maybe it’s interactive workshops instead of lecture-based sessions, or perhaps it involves real-world projects that challenge your team to apply what they ..read more

Many educational institutions and organisations have changed their focus to virtual learning opportunities as a result of the ongoing pandemic. Whilst it can be challenging to create engaging virtual learning experiences, it is possible. We’ll look at some ideas for creating interesting virtual learning environments in this article. Determine the Learning Goals Setting up specific learning objectives is the first step in creating an engaging virtual learning environment. This will enable you to organise your activities and content around particular learning objectives. Make careful to make you ..read more

Rise 360 and Storyline 360 – what’s the difference? Which authoring tool is most suitable for your needs? Let’s compare the two so you can select the best tool for each job! But first, what is an authoring tool? What is an authoring tool? An eLearning authoring tool is a software that can be used to produce digital learning programs. There is a vast array of eLearning authoring tools out there – and they range in complexity, visual appearance, features and functionality. Articulate 360 offers two eLearning authoring tools: Rise 360 and Storyline 360. Customisation The biggest difference betwee ..read more

“ID professionals should be competent in applying (and possibly adapting) a variety of models to meet the requirements of specific situations.” (Gustafson & Branch, 2002)[1]. Models, theories and approaches to learning and educational design are often tweaked – and new ones based upon ‘the modern learner’ research continue to emerge. So, what are some key learning design models? Here are some of the most popular instructional design models: ADDIE SAM AGILE Design Thinking Merrill’s Principles of Instruction Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction Bloom’s Taxonomy Knowles Adult Learning Princip ..read more

We have been working with the Founder of Save the Bees Australia, Simon Mulvany, to design and develop the online Beekeeping 101 Course. Click here to buy it now! About Save the Bees Australia Save the Bees Australia is a social enterprise focused on community education and advocacy for Australian native bees and European honey bees. In 2014, Simon Mulvany began rescuing honey bee swarms from extermination. Since then, the organisation has continued to expand its work in include school and community education, the Honey Map app to help consumers find honey from local beekeepers and various ca ..read more