How Top L&D Teams Curate Off the Shelf Courses
Have you ever tried to navigate a massive off the shelf elearning library, packed with thousands of options, and still struggled to find the right courses? That’s what content curation feels like for many L&D teams facing massive off the shelf libraries. Learning how top L&D teams curate off the shelf courses is the key […]
How L&D Leaders Are Selecting an LMS That Actually Delivers Business Results
Have you an L&D Leaders that has been involved in a project that has started with “We just need a new LMS”? The LMS market is now massive with vendors available around the world, with LMS platforms available for all sectors and every type of functionality that you can imagine. You wouldn’t be the first […]
Why Off the Shelf Courses Fail Without the Right Team Behind Them
Remember your first time when you worked on a creative project and you went wow. The time you worked on a project and you were amazed at what people were doing. Mine came with an ancient Egyptians CD-ROM. How Green Screen and Early Tech Changed Our Approach to Learning Design I’d seen some incredible pieces […]
Global Teams, Missed Messages, and Costly Mistakes — Why Translated Content Matters to L&D
Language barriers can be a daily risk. If employees can’t understand safety instructions or training, the consequences are serious. From injuries to disengagement. Yet many workplaces still assume everyone speaks and reads the same language. The basics: $2 billion lost annually by U.S. businesses due to language issues 1 in 4 workplace safety incidents involve […]
Why Buying Elearning Content Is Harder Than It Should Be (And How to Fix It)
Buying elearning content should be simple, buy way too often people find it’s far too complex that it should be. Complex pricing models, lack of transparency, and too many options make it harder than it should be. This confusion slows down sales, frustrates buyers, and creates unnecessary barriers. If suppliers simplified pricing and buyers pushed […]
The One Mistake That Drives Up Elearning Costs (And How to Avoid It)
Elearning can be expensive, but one mistake makes it worse: starting without a clear specification. When businesses skip this step, costs spiral, timelines slip, and the final product often doesn’t meet expectations. A proper spec keeps projects on track, within budget, and aligned with learning goals. The Basics Unclear specs = higher costs. Without a […]
What is LMS Pricing? What Every L&D Leader Ought to Know
LMS pricing can be difficult to understand. Some systems look cheap at first but become costly later. Others have hidden fees that make budgeting tough. If you’re in L&D, knowing how LMS pricing works will help you avoid expensive mistakes and find the best solution for your organisation. The Basics LMS costs depend on the […]
Why Companies Are Choosing Off-the-Shelf SCORM Courses for Faster, Easier Training
Companies need elearning that is quick, affordable, and easy to track. Off-the-shelf SCORM courses offer a fast way to train staff without the high cost or long wait of custom built elearning SCORM courses are ready-made and work with most learning systems like an LMS or LXP. They help businesses roll out training fast, track […]
OpenSesame Course Library | Real Projects Courses
OpenSesame: The Elearning Marketplace with a Human Touch OpenSesame has been a trusted partner for L&D professionals since 2011, helping organisations build skill-driven learning paths tailored to their workforce. OpenSesame takes an agile and personalised approach, recognising that every company has unique training needs. With a diverse catalogue of courses and a commitment to innovation, […]
How L&D Teams Can Prove Their Strategic Value
Learning and Development (L&D) teams are undervalued, seen as “order takers” rather than strategic partners. How can this be changed? This perception limits their ability to drive meaningful change and contribute to organisational success. L&D professionals face challenges such as misaligned goals, inadequate feedback, and misconceptions about their role. Leaders often underestimate the complexity of […]
The Learning Leaders Conference 2024 Review – Learning Guild
Learning 2024 Orlando Review: AI, Leadership, and Insights for L&D Professionals Having attended several conferences in the UK over the last few years, In December I attended Learning 2024 in Orlando. I’d spoken to members of the Learning Network who had previously attended the event to get some advice before travelling and once booked managed […]
What Content Types Can You Include in Your LMS or LXP?
Are you about to invest in a new LMS (Learning Management System) or LXP (Learning Experience Platform) or have just started to use one? Chances as it’s empty or you need to get content uploaded, it hits you—it’s completely empty. Like a games console with no games. To make it useful, you need content. The […]