In 2022,
organizations are looking at how they can equip their learners with the
requisite knowledge and skills to stay competitive. This article will look at
some eLearning training solution trends that may be helpful in doing so as well as what
we should expect from these courses heading into next year.
eLearning Trends for 2022
The pandemic
that had been threatening to break out for so long finally did, and it turned
out not be anything like we expected. The COVID-19 virus ravaged the entire
globe in just months - probably more quickly than any other major epidemic
since World War II!
Smart organizations always see opportunity at times of adversity. After the initial few weeks, businesses started going digital with a great degree and have been able to adapt well by asking their employees work remotely or from home initially since this is what was necessary for business continuity back then but now there's also another way such as training them so they can maintain solid operations during disasters like natural catastrophes which could happen at any moment.
Have you ever wished that your eLearning course was more engaging? If so, then it’s time for some new trends in learning. Here are a few things to watch out for this year and beyond!
1. Organization driven
trends
2. Learner driven trends
Organization
Led or Driven Trends
Learning
Analysis
Learning analytics impacts how we
learn and teach. The future of learning is all about the information that's available,
which means better insights to drive decisions accordingly - but it doesn't
stop there! With a distributed workforce setting in today’s world, your team
needs access too so they can make smarter choices for themselves as well as
others on their teams.
The time has come when data-driven
decision making will become an essential skill not only needed by learners
across different platforms; however also within organizations based upon
skillsets like marketing intelligence or customer relationship management where
knowledge workers must use metrics strategically if desired outcomes are going
to result from such efforts
The data is growing and AI is
playing a significant role in strategic decisions. analytics infused with
learning platforms creates an ecosystem to help us learn more about our world,
ourselves, each other - it's not just Top secret anymore!
Competency frameworks and skill matrices are the new way to measure what you need in order for your organization's success. They provide a system where people can be assessed based on their abilities, which will allow them not only learn but also grow as they go along with it!
Human-Centered
Learning Experiences:
It's no wonder human-centered design is one of the most popular
trends in learning. It truly understands how people learn, act and engage with
information from their own perspective [1].
The training industry has been stuck in a rut for years, with
organization relying on one-dimensional experiences. It's all about mandatory
exercises and numbers driven training that doesn't take into account what
learners need or want from their sessions - until now!
The pandemic changed how organizations view their employees. They realized that people are what drive an organization to success, and this has led these companies in a world of honest introspection on whether or not they were giving all the right tools for growth...
Learning
Experience Platforms
Technology is being used to help
people get better learning experiences through hyper-personalization and
just-in-time delivery of content. Organizations are now leveraging Learning
Experience Platforms (LXPs) that provide real time data on learner behaviors,
preferences or needs in order for them tailor the right kind teaching
strategies based off those insights which foster deep understanding among
learners as well The help of a community with questions is just one way that
learners can get answers. Communities also provide social interaction and
forums for members to interact in real time or even schedule appointments on
the website's calendar feature, which helps them determine how best handle
their problems without feeling alone at all times!
Artificial
Intelligence
In the last few years, we have seen
tremendous growth in Artificial Intelligence. Automating various mundane
activities such as responding to customer queries or automating certain tasks
has taken giant strides with this new technology that will soon be able for
more complex jobs
The use of AI in learning is
becoming more common as it can help with better comprehension and query
resolution. One trend that has been taking cues from machine learning are
algorithms created by a human yet based on data analysis alone, which will
eventually lead to greater predictability for user behavior patterns across all
types or platforms where this technology may be implemented - including
L&D!
AI is becoming a part of the
learning process as it offers personalized experiences to help learners
identify their strengths and weaknesses. The use of bots in this space will
allow for more interactivity, interpretive capabilities on data or reports
generated by courses
taken with an aim at making better recommendations about what skills they need
next based off key performance indicators (KPIs).
AI and machine learning will help
you personalize your learning experiences, choose what to learn next or have a
computer teach it for you. You can also use these technologies in an
intelligent manner by creating helpful assistants that provide just-in time
tips during courses like online ones; this way everyone is able access all
relevant information at the right time!
Virtual Training
for Remote Employees
In the future, it seems that many
employees will choose work from home. This means virtual training is likely to
remain a mainstay for 2022 trainings in order to keep up with demand and
accommodate their needs as well!
Virtual training is the perfect
mode for remote employees or those who work across the globe to access best-in
class trainers and experts.
Virtual training has its advantages, mainly:
·
Can help connect people spread across geographies
·
Can be interactive, as apps and games can be integrated into the
sessions (Kahoot comes to mind)
·
Provides tangible results through quick polls and quizzes
·
Can be used to engage audiences better
We predict that
virtual training will continue to be a strong trend in 2022 and beyond.
Micro
learning Platforms
Microlearning
platforms have grown in the last year and will continue to grow as a
strong tool for learners to access impactful bite-sized learning [2]. Several
micro learning platforms now aim to help learners learn subjects quickly and
effectively. While some use assessment as their core strategy, others use
courses and gamification to make learning stick [3]. The emphasis has been on performance,
helping organizations reap rich rewards.
Learner Driven Trends
Mobile-First Learning
Learners today are always on-the
go. With their mobile devices, they can do anything from shopping for groceries
to paying bills and playing games or watching Netflix in just seconds!
A lot of people might think that
because we're talking about learning here (and not exercise) there isn't much
significance behind this fact; however, the reality could not be further than AWAY
from what you know
Learners want a better learning
experience. To keep their attention, digital experiences need to be more
exciting and engaging than traditional ones that often go on for hours with
little pause in between questions or lectures from teachers reading off slides
behind them - even if those learners can't see what's being shown because of
the large screens used during presentations!
Virtual Reality and Mixed Reality Learning Experiences
Learners are demanding better learning experiences all the time. What could be more immersive than Virtual Reality, which takes learners into a different world altogether? It helps transport you to another place and makes it seem as if those places actually exist!
Conclusion:
In the coming year, learning
communities and societies will be in high demand. The integration of technology
with these new trends have made them more popular than ever before!