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LXP stands for "Learning Experience Platform" and refers to a platform that enhances the learning experience. This platform has the unique feature of being able to provide the most suitable learning programs based on the individual preferences and interests of the learner. LXP can select and display information and content that is highly relevant and of high interest to the learner from various internal and external sources. This is similar to how Amazon's website automatically displays items of interest to the user based on their past behavior. The ability to customize the displayed content for each individual employee helps to efficiently progress their learning.

Differences from LMS
There is a tool similar to LXP called "LMS". LMS is an abbreviation for "Learning Management System" and is also known as a "Learning Management System". This is a tool for managing learning, and can manage learning materials, student grades, and progress of assignments. While LMS is a tool for managing all aspects of employee learning, LXP is a tool for improving the learning experience of employees. For example, LMS is suitable for common training for all employees, such as new employee training or compliance training. It is important to use both tools as needed, rather than choosing one over the other.

Introducing the specific benefits of implementing LXP.

"Providing opportunities to learn from experience"
"Providing opportunities to learn from experience" is the reason why LXP is gaining attention. This is because according to the "70-20-10 rule", 70% of growth is said to be related to actual experience. In other words, it is more effective for companies to connect learners' experiences to learning rather than creating training content.

At LXP, learners choose the topics they want to learn and actively engage in learning. Through a specially designed platform, they can learn practical skills and knowledge related to their work. In other words, learners will learn based on the experience of feeling the need to learn, rather than just being told by their superiors. Through solving challenges, their motivation to learn will increase.

Personalized Education
LXP can provide individually tailored education programs. In a typical LMS, it can be difficult to adjust to the needs and motivations of learners as companies choose and provide courses and materials. This includes issues such as "the learning content is too difficult", "the purpose of learning is not clear", and "unable to apply what has been learned in practice".

The idea of "everyone receiving the same education" can enhance teamwork, but individual growth and career advancement may differ. A uniform education plan can also have a negative impact. This is where LXP comes in, providing education tailored to the learner's position, job responsibilities, and interests. For example, learners can set their own learning goals and objectives, such as "What should I learn to improve my career?" or "How can I effectively acquire specific skills?"

In addition, based on your learning history, the platform will suggest the most suitable learning content, supporting self-learning. Personalized education through LXP will contribute to the growth of diverse careers and improve skills across the entire organization.

Can provide a new learning format through integration with other systems
By combining LXP with other systems, a new learning platform can be provided. For example, LXP can be linked with LRS (Learning Record Store). Additionally, by connecting LXP with AI (Artificial Intelligence), it is also possible to make the employee learning process even more efficient.

Customize training content according to corporate challenges
By using LXP, you can choose and implement training tailored to your company's unique challenges from a variety of training options. For example, a company facing sales challenges can focus on sales-related training, while a company with management skill challenges can prioritize management-focused training. By customizing training to fit your company's needs, you can select the most suitable training content and efficiently improve employee skills. Additionally, by focusing on specific areas for training, it is also possible to strengthen the company's strengths and reinforce weaknesses.

Improved motivation for learners
By using LXP, learners have the freedom to choose training that helps them overcome their weaknesses and develop their strengths, which leads to increased motivation for learning. Forcing all employees to take the same training can be demotivating, but choosing to learn on their own can increase their motivation. Additionally, LXP's learning content includes many short videos that can be accessed during free time such as commuting or before bed, allowing employees to effectively learn. By learning efficiently with high motivation, skills will improve quickly.

There are many benefits to using LXP, but there are some points to consider when implementing it. The following are some precautions to keep in mind when adopting LXP.

Traditional "long-term e-learning" is not suitable
For many people who have jobs, the time available for "learning and self-improvement" is usually only a few minutes a day. The reality is that time for learning is limited. Few people have a set time every day for learning, and it is common for them to get information on the internet during their commute or in between work.

Therefore, it is effective for the content within LXP to be short. When there are opportunities to learn during lunch breaks, breaks, or short breaks between work, it promotes sustained learning for employees. Companies that provide traditional long e-learning materials will need to make efforts to change them into short "micro-learning".

Mobile compatibility is required
Behind the spread of LXP, there is an increase in demand for using mobile devices. Some people may have doubts about using mobile devices for corporate education. Common concerns about e-learning so far include the following points.

- Impact on working hours (whether study time is considered as working hours)
- Security issues (permission to use personal devices)
- Issues related to learning effectiveness (whether the quality of learning is compromised compared to using a PC)

LXP aims to optimize learning individually, and it is ideal to be able to learn anytime, anywhere. Therefore, it becomes difficult to fully utilize the advantages of LXP if learning outside of business hours or outside of the company is completely prohibited, or if the use of personal devices is prohibited. It is important to maintain the obligation of traditional learning while not hindering individual learning motivation.

Administrators need to understand the needs of learners
For LXP administrators, selecting learning resources is an important role. Through LXP, they can provide e-learning content, books, and videos that help improve skills, but it is the responsibility of the administrator to select information that meets the actual needs of learners and take measures to promote learning. If these elements are neglected, the effectiveness of LXP may be limited even if it is introduced.

For administrators, it is always necessary to understand "what skills are needed within the organization? What learning resources are of interest?" In today's information-overloaded society, the skill of discerning truly useful information is required. In order to improve individual skills and advance careers, learners need a suitable platform. The goal is not just to introduce an LXP, but to build a platform that is closely linked to practical work and can provide the latest information.

Increased Burden of Administrative Tasks
While there are many benefits for learners to use LXP, there may also be an increase in administrative tasks for administrators, such as providing guidance and maintaining training content. It is important for not only administrators, but the entire organization to support the implementation and provide opportunities for self-learning for learners.

We have introduced LXP this time. LXP is a platform that allows you to customize the learning environment according to the preferences and interests of learners. This is more flexible than LMS in terms of utilizing employees' skills and free time during work. The demand for LXP is supported by the evolution of DX and the increase in mobile users, and is expected to further increase in the future with the spread of 5G.

LXP is an effective platform for learners to learn voluntarily, and it is worth considering introducing LXP for both those who have already used e-learning and those who are new to it. Considering that each employee has different challenges and training content is constantly evolving, it is important to provide the latest training content and optimize learning efficiency. By adopting LXP, employee learning efficiency will improve and contribute to overall organizational performance. Let's actively consider introducing it.

At Human Science Co., Ltd., we support the implementation and operation of Totara's "Totara Learn, Engage, Perform" as an LXP.

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