e-Learning trends & tools 2017

Year 2017 is already begun and this is the time to think what is next in the sector of e-learning. E-learning has made the path and process of learning easy and comfortable. The concept of e-learning is not new but it is not static either. Every year it comes up with some new and innovative ideas that make the process of learning easily accessible and reliable. Here are some expected trends which we are looking forward to in e-learning in the year 2017.

Virtual Learning- This is the era of virtual world and this has pushed e-learning to the next level. This has given a new concept and trend to the existing learning. Learning through active interactive skills brings the feeling of live learning. The tools for virtual learning are already created which work on phones and other mobile devices.

 YouTube Learning- Learning via YouTube videos delivered by professional teachers is the most prominent way of learning worldwide. Billions of people used to have learning by this method as they find it very comfortable and easily understandable. One can watch videos over and over again if not understood in one go. Some of the renowned and reliable e-learning YouTube video links are Crackle, Netflix, HBO Now, Vudu, Hulu etc which you can refer for learning.

Learning based on Forum- Though learning based on forums is not a new concept in e-learning but still it is not outdated one. This e-learning trend provides you a certain platform where you can text your queries which may arise while learning something. These queries are later on responded by the experts. Apart from throwing queries this forum based learning also give you appropriate suggestion for better learning techniques or advice for selecting right learning programs. Some of the reliable e-learning forums are adobe.com, worldpulse.com etc.

Learning through Mobile- The number of e-learners via mobile is getting increased day by day and in the year 2017 it is expected to see a remarkable number of hike in the mobile e-learners. The number of smartphone users is increasing everyday and this has paved the way for mobile learning as a handy and accessible option. The advantage of this type of learning is that you can continue your learning from anywhere and anytime. Some of the best e-learning mobile apps are Slyng, Design Jot, Udemy, Skill Pill etc.

Gamification trend of Learning- Gamification offers learning through gaming. It gives an opportunity to the employees at office to have some fun after a day of hectic work. Most of the companies worldwide are adopting this e-learning trend for training and betterment purpose. In this year also the number of its users are expected to reach $3 billion worldwide. As its popularity is increasing year by year so most of the big IT companies are planning to make some investment in it.

Microlearning Trend- The scope of Microlearning trend as e-learning tools is most likely to be very high in the year 2017. In the year 2016, 40 % users worldwide were using this microlearning and by this year this percentage users are expected to be 50 %. This learning trend offers learning through small modules and small tenure learning steps. The popularity of microlearning is increasing worldwide and many microlearning apps like Duolingo are getting popular.

Automation e-learning- The use of automation in e-learning is expected to reach a peak in the year 2017. For this, many tools have been developed which automate the e-learning process for those who use this method. Some of the e-learning tools are Elucidat, Articulate Rise, Composica etc.

The above mentioned e-learning tools are predicted to be used by most of the e-learners worldwide and there could be some more innovations that can be seen this year too.

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