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  • 10 Minutes of reading

    Published on 08 July 2022.

    Skills vs competencies: what is the difference?

    Many people tend to think of skills and competencies as similar or even synonymous with one another, but in a learning context there are important differences between the two. Here, we’ll explain how skills and competencies differ and take a look at how organisations can use this knowledge to establish a competency framework – an invaluable tool when it comes to upskilling or reskilling employees.


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  • 9 Minutes of reading

    Published on 08 July 2022.

    Transferable skills: the key to job mobility

    More and more people are being tempted to change career path or find a job that is more closely aligned with their values and motivation. The pandemic and the successive lockdowns have effectively led employees to reflect on their career trajectory, seek greater fulfilment and strive to achieve more of a balance between their personal and professional lives.


  • 12 Minutes of reading

    Published on 08 July 2022.

    Top tips for creating an e-learning programme that suits your business

    Learning and development in the workplace is undergoing a rapid and substantive transformation, with traditional forms of training being supplanted by e-learning and other similar methods. This shift, already underway for some time, was accelerated by the global pandemic, with 70% of UK businesses reporting increased use of digital learning solutions and 36% investing more in new technologies.


  • 7 Minutes of reading

    Published on 08 July 2022.

    5 reasons why businesses should use an e-learning platform

    In a turbulent economic environment, companies that know how to adapt are most likely to survive and thrive. Vital to this is the ability to equip employees with the skills they need in a fast, efficient manner. E-learning has proved a perfect fit for this purpose, in contrast to older forms of training, which are often slow to organise.


  • 13 Minutes of reading

    Published on 08 July 2022.

    Eight essential tools for a successful e-learning course

    In recent years, e-learning has begun to completely displace traditional forms of training. With the promise of faster, more efficient upskilling, it’s little wonder that more and more businesses are adopting this approach.


  • 7 Minutes of reading

    Published on 08 July 2022.

    E-learning: how to create your training catalogue

    Businesses and training organisations alike can benefit from the creation of a training catalogue. This guide will show you how to create a comprehensive catalogue which allows learners to find the content they need in just a few clicks.


  • 7 Minutes of reading

    Published on 08 July 2022.

    Blended learning and instructional design: adapting training courses in the wake of the pandemic

    All sectors of activity have more or less taken a hit as a result of the pandemic. Back in the early days, companies were forced to embrace remote working in the blink of an eye and had to make some staff redundant. Faced with a completely unprecedented situation, they had to take drastic measures very quickly, with no idea what the future held.


  • 5 Minutes of reading

    Published on 07 July 2022.

    Revitalising your training courses with blended learning

    Ever wondered what the secret is to creating dynamic and engaging blended learning courses? Well, we’d be lying if we said there was a shortcut to success, but there are some important considerations that can help you to design a truly dynamic blended learning course! The key word here is adaptability. The best training courses are the ones that are truly adapted to the needs of your employees and organization. So, while there isn’t a magic bullet, we promise that we do have some invaluable tips and advice to offer. Keep reading if you don’t believe us!


  • 8 Minutes of reading

    Published on 07 July 2022.

    6 tips for adapting your training courses to blended learning

    Any trainer will tell you how important it is to have a varied, dynamic and engaging blended learning course. And it’s a fact that e-learning has a tendency to isolate and discourage learners, often leading to very low completion rates. But don’t worry – engaging learners in distance learning courses is not mission impossible!


  • 9 Minutes of reading

    Published on 07 July 2022.

    Learning management systems are now near-ubiquitous across businesses of all sizes. This affords trainers the world over the ability to create their own e-learning modules. Nonetheless, designing a truly great course is still no mean feat. In this guide, we’ll show you how it’s done by offering useful advice and tips.