Online Training Concepts

Your building blocks as you begin to move your training online

At some point, your organization will need to determine if and when to move your training online. What seems like a complex and daunting task can be invaluable to your company, perhaps, adding to the pressure to ensure you “get it right the first time.”

To start, know that we are in your corner. Our free resources will help you get started in the right direction, no matter the who, what, why your need for training is, or where and when you begin.

1. 01What is online training?We do more than define “what is online training?” We’ll introduce you to online training benefits and identify components to get you started in the right direction.Susan Hurrell · 10 min read
2. 02Build a strong foundation for your new hires with employee onboardingOur article, “what is employee onboarding” helps you think of onboarding differently, and helps you use your onboarding program as a competitive advantage.Susan Hurrell · 14 min read
3. 03What is everboarding?Everboarding recognizes learning is constant and transforms training from a “one-and-done” event to a continuous process focused on knowledge retention.Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
4. 046 types of employee training you can deliver onlineYou can offer almost any kind of training online. We'll take a close look at popular types of employee training that you can deliver using online training platforms.Susan Hurrell · 7 min read
5. 05Everboarding: How to use online training to benefit your current employeesNew hires can take onboarding online. But how can online training benefit your current employees? Everboarding is online training for your existing employees!Susan Hurrell · 10 min read

Discover the essential types of online training

Whether you’re just beginning your training journey or brushing up on your eLearning knowledge, there is something for everyone. You’ll find information that distills the world of online training into easy-to-read articles. Each article introduces you to and guides you through some of the most popular formats of training used by companies and individuals today!

1. 01What is digital learning?Formats, media, attitudes, the expectations of modern learners, and what digital learning encompasses. We'll show you what digital learning looks like today.Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
2. 02What is corporate training?Your employee skills' have a rapidly decreasing shelf-life, and your corporate training strategy is the solution you need for upskilling and reskilling employees.Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
3. 03What is compliance training?Learn “what is compliance training” as we cover delivery challenges, how to move your compliance training online, and tips to ensure your team stay compliant.Susan Hurrell · 7 min read
4. 04What is instructor-led training? Plus its pros and consEven in the digital age, instructor-led training, or ILT, remains a popular training choice. How can you support ILT with digital tools?Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
5. 05What is gamification in eLearning?Gamification is a powerful tool that can be used to improve engagement, if it's done right. What are the most effective ways to add gamification to your training?Pamela S. Hogle · 3 min read
6. 06What is adaptive training?Adaptive training treats each learner as an individual, targeting content to each learner based on their progress, performance, and prior knowledge.Pamela S. Hogle · 3 min read
7. 07Everything your business needs to know about adaptive learningShould your organization adopt adaptive learning? Discover adaptive learning use cases, benefits, pitfalls, and more, so you can make an informed decision.Cydnie Smith · 16 min read
8. 08What is personalized learning?If you're upgrading your LMS, you'll likely come across the buzzword "personalized learning." What is it, and how does it enhance learner experience?Pamela S. Hogle · 3 min read
9. 09What is reskilling & upskilling?Reskilling and upskilling update employees’ skills and teach new skills, filling knowledge gaps and boosting employee motivation, capabilities and performance.Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read

Learn about advanced online training types and concepts

Once you have mastered the basics of online training types, continue learning by diving into topics combining science, technology, learning theory, and modern training best practices that can elevate your organization’s abilities through enhanced employee learning and development.

1. 01What is spaced repetition in learning?One-time exposure to eLearning content is not enough! Learn why spaced repetition is the answer to building successful long-term knowledge retention.Pamela S. Hogle · 3 min read
2. 02What is a knowledge retention strategy?A knowledge retention strategy ensures that learners not only complete their training, they learn and remember it, improving their skills in the process!Pamela S. Hogle · 3 min read
3. 03What is workflow learning?We answer “what is workflow learning?”, explore why it’s vital to your employee’s success and outline ways you can deliver workflow learning starting today.Susan Hurrell · 8 min read
4. 04What is performance support?We answer "what is performance support?" and examine the advantages of delivering performance support to your employees with an online training platform.Susan Hurrell · 5 min read
5. 05Why make the move to workflow learning?Your employees already engage in workflow learning. We’ll go through what workflow learning is and how you can focus it toward improving training outcomes!Pamela S. Hogle · 3 min read
6. 06Understanding microlearning and the benefits of microlearning in your workplaceWe explore “what is microlearning?” and uncover the benefits of microlearning for your organization, like improving knowledge retention and training outcomes.Susan Hurrell · 9 min read
7. 07Improve performance supports with microlearning and workflow learningPerformance support or workflow learning provides on-demand assistance and answers to employees, without taking them away from their work tasks.Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
8. 08What is interleaved learning?Repeating content is just the first step in building retention; with interleaved learning, your learners receive a mixture of related content to improve effectiveness.Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
9. 09What is a virtual classroom?A virtual classroom platform can help you achieve your training goals! Learn the benefits of virtual classrooms as remote work or working from home increases.Pamela S. Hogle · 4 min read
10. 10What is blended learning? What are its benefits?Corporate training is moving into the digital era, but instructor-led training still plays a large role in training employees. How do you blend the two together?Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
11. 11What is hybrid learning?As more training moves online, understanding terms like hybrid learning and blended learning is essential to figuring out the best approach for your learners.Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read
12. 12Reducing Employee Churn: Upskilling and reskilling your workforce using online trainingReduce employee churn by upskilling and reskilling your workforce using online training, helping them become increasingly happy, productive, and promotable.Susan Hurrell · 6 min read
13. 13Bridging Generations: Creating Training for Today's Diverse WorkforceDiscover how to tailor training for your multi-generational workforce, foster continuous skills development, and improve key workplace outcomes.Susan Hurrell · 7 min read

Put your online training plan into action

You’ve learned the various types, concepts, and technology available to power your online training program. Along the way, you’ve decided what your program will consist of based on the detailed information covered in the articles above. It’s now time to put your plan into action! Follow these resources as your organization progresses to online training success.

1. 01How to know when you should move your offline training program onlineTop indicators it's time to move your training program online include if you have remote employees, are in a compliance-regulated industry, or have many learners to train.Susan Hurrell · 7 min read
2. 025 key steps to moving your current training onlineThinking about moving your current training online? We divulge the details to use our 5-step process to transform your existing training into a training program.Susan Hurrell · 13 min read
3. 03What is a training audit?You may fear the word “audit,” but don’t fear the “training audit.” Learn why to audit your training program and insights to help you embrace your training audit.Susan Hurrell · 9 min read
4. 04How to audit your training programWe cover the five components your training audit should include and techniques you use to find the information you need so your audit sets you up for success!Susan Hurrell · 13 min read
5. 05What is knowledge management? Including examples and use casesWe dive into what knowledge management is, types of knowledge management, why it matters for your organization, and the benefits and challenges it brings.Cydnie Smith · 12 min read
6. 06Onboarding without overboarding and other new hire training challengesWe identify the top three challenges organizations face when onboarding and offer solutions for training new hires so that onboarding sets them up for success.Jennifer Bell · 4 min read

Building your eLearning team

For your online training to succeed, a great team is a must-have item on your checklist. From your frontline employees to administrative personnel to leadership and every role in between, discover how you can build the best possible eLearning team.

1. 01How to choose the right learning consultant for your training programA qualified learning consultant can be crucial to your training program development. Follow our tips to help choose the right learning consultant.The Marketing Team · 5 min read
2. 02What is a chief learning officer?A chief learning officer (CLO) builds a mature training strategy to meet an organization's needs. Find out more, including how to hire a CLO for your company.Pamela S. Hogle · 4 min read
3. 03What is a learning consultant?What is a learning consultant? Primarily, they help organizations plan an effective training strategy that focuses on business goals and helps the business grow!Pamela S. Hogle · 4 min read
4. 04Tips and techniques to guide your eLearning team to successFollow our tips to guide your eLearning team to success when creating SCORM courses, gathering training content, designing eLearning modules, and more!Pamela S. Hogle · 2 min read