Learning platforms for companies: The key to sustainable continuing education
The requirements for further training in companies are constantly growing. Knowledge is becoming outdated faster and faster, and in-house expertise is a key success factor. At the same time, we are seeing a confusing variety of systems and tools in many organizations that make learning difficult and inefficient. The central challenge for Learning & Development (L&D) is therefore to design a tidy and attractive learning landscape that meets strategic and legal requirements and promotes employee motivation to learn.
Platform-based learning offers the central solution here. Modern learning platforms for companies bundle all learning opportunities in one place - from digital learning content and face-to-face events to learning paths and opportunities for social learning. This takes the pressure off both employees and HR development.
The most important learning platforms for companies at a glance
There are basically two common types of platform: Learning Management SystemsLMS) and Learning Experience PlatformsLXP).
- Learning Management Systems (LMS): They are ideal for efficiently organizing, managing and documenting formal training courses. With an LMS, you can, for example, manage courses cost-effectively and efficiently, keep track of learning progress and meet legal requirements. LMS are particularly useful for the professionalization of formal continuing education, data-based planning and decision-making as well as the fast and targeted qualification of different target groups.
- LearningExperience Platforms (LXP): The focus of an LXP is on creating personalized learning experiences and supporting self-directed learning. Employees receive learning suggestions based on their interests, previous experience and usage behavior. LXPs promote informal learning, exchange with colleagues and company-wide knowledge transfer through the ability to upload and share user-generated content. They are particularly suitable for organizations that want to promote self-directed learning, better disseminate internal knowledge within the organization and support employees in their personal development.
The interaction of learning platforms in the learning ecosystem: one-stop learning
A combination of LMS and LXP is ideal for organizations that want to optimally promote both formal and informal learning.
In this scenario, the LXP serves as a central point of contact (one-stop store) for all learning opportunities. Content and processes from the LMS or other existing systems are integrated here and presented in an appealing way . This standardizes the system landscape, saves resources and increases the attractiveness for users. The combination makes it possible to organize traditional training formats efficiently while offering employees flexible access to the information they need in their day-to-day work and promoting mutual learning.
The right learning platform for your company
The choice of the right learning platform - whether LMS, LXP or a combination of both - depends on the individual requirements and goals of your organization:
- If the focus is primarily on the efficient organization and delivery of formal training courses, an LMS is the right choice.
- If the focus is on utilizing the potential of informal learning and supporting self-directed learning, an LXP comes into its own.
- The "gold standard" is often the combination of both platform types in order to unite the advantages of both worlds.
Conclusion: Learning platforms for companies
Platform-based learning is a decisive factor for sustainable further training in companies. It enables a clear, appealing and effective learning landscape that supports both formal and informal learning processes. Choosing the right technology is an important step in the successful implementation of your L&D strategy.
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