Enterprises encase a vast amount of knowledge in various departments of the company. Combining all of this knowledge for a holistic approach to employee training sometimes proves to be difficult, however is simplified through the use of an authoring tool for microlearning.
Authoring tools are primarily responsible for the development of responsive and adaptive learning templates, with the aim to optimally educate employees on company processes.
A good authoring tool unlocks enterprise knowledge through its combination of information from a plethora of sources into one succinct lesson.
A mobile LMS which sports a cloud-based authoring tool allows for information to be easily and instantly shared. Information can be instantaneously visible to learners within minutes after content is created or updated. This way, employees can access course content whenever and wherever they may be, tailoring learning to the needs and preferences of learners.
Mobile learning facilitates the development of strengthened relationships between employees and their colleagues. Training is further enhanced by fostering communication amongst employees through the use of gamification. Gamification refers to the incorporation of gaming elements into formal corporate training, to create a more engaging and informative environment for employees. From this, learners have intrinsic motivation instilled within them, implementing a sense of encouragement to healthily compete with their coworkers.
Authoring tools allow learning to be significantly more flexible, as they are accessible anywhere and in short bursts, avoiding excessive time consumption. Lessons are deployed in a way that simultaneously boosts the engagement and information retention of employees, resulting in a higher participation rate and a more informed workplace.
Content design is a crucial aspect to the effectiveness of a microlearning module. In actual fact, learners are more likely to complete training based on the aesthetic and functionality of the microlesson. Engaging content design lies in the hands of instructional designers who design and curate lessons with the primary objective to boost productivity and motivation embedded in employees.
Travelling learners may find it difficult to find time for training, or lack Internet connection. Completing ongoing company training in situations as such can be solved through the benefits of mobile learning, built to accommodate the needs of learners in locations near and far. Our new offline learning mode makes it easy to complete training without Internet connection, further facilitating the convenience of microlearning in mobile learning.
If all of the above resonates and you’ve got to train a large, disparate group or workforce in the latest practices and policies of your organisation, get in touch at enquiries@edapp.com. You can also try SC Training (formerly EdApp)’s Mobile LMS and authoring tool for free by signing up here.
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Daniel Brown is a senior technical editor and writer that has worked in the education and technology sectors for two decades. Their background experience includes curriculum development and course book creation.