e-Learning Blog

First, let's grasp the basics of e-learning and then understand the overview of in-house production.

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E-learning is an educational method that allows you to learn at your own pace using electronic devices such as computers, smartphones, and tablets, regardless of location or time. In companies, it is utilized in a wide range of areas including employee training, skill development, and compliance education. It offers comprehensive features such as progress management, tests, and surveys, enabling efficient and effective education.

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When introducing e-learning, it is necessary to have teaching materials that correspond to the learning content. Generally, there are methods such as using commercially available materials or requesting a specialized production company, but there is also the method of producing and managing materials in-house. This is called "in-house production."
To produce materials in-house, mainly e-learning authoring tools are utilized.
The greatest advantage of in-house production is the ability to create original materials directly linked to your company's situation and operations. While there are benefits such as this flexibility and cost advantages, there are also challenges like securing production skills and resources.

The next chapter provides a detailed explanation of the specific benefits gained through in-house production.

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For companies that want to achieve high-quality training tailored to their own challenges while keeping costs down, "in-house production" is a very effective option. Here, we will organize the benefits of such in-house production.

〈Merit 1〉Training with educational content tailored to your company's unique needs and circumstances is possible

The greatest advantage of in-house production is the ability to create original training materials tailored to the company's culture, business operations, and employees' skill levels. Existing materials tend to be generic, but with original materials, you can train exclusively on your company's unique know-how and rules.

〈Merit 2〉Fast Production Speed

If you establish a production system within the company, it is possible to smoothly and quickly proceed from planning to completion of the teaching materials.

〈Merit.3〉Reduction of Outsourcing Costs

Compared to outsourcing to external vendors, production and operational costs can be reduced. In the long term, companies that require continuous educational material development will find in-house production to be more cost-effective.

〈Merit 4〉High Updatability and Flexibility

You can quickly revise and update teaching materials in response to legal amendments and changes in internal rules. Since there is no need to communicate or coordinate with external contractors each time changes occur, it eliminates hassle and time lags, making it easier to maintain the currency of educational content.

〈Merit.5〉 Improvement of employees' training material creation skills

By bringing production in-house, staff members acquire skills such as video editing, narration, and planning and structuring educational materials, allowing know-how to accumulate within the company. As a result, the development of educational materials becomes smoother with each iteration.

In-house production of e-learning is an excellent method that allows you to create optimal teaching materials quickly and at low cost. Companies that want to balance quality and flexibility in education are recommended to consider in-house production as one of their options.

To successfully internalize e-learning production, it is important to understand the proper procedures for creating teaching materials and proceed systematically. This chapter introduces the general steps for internalization.

〈Step.1〉Clarification of Purpose

First, let's establish clear objectives such as "What is the purpose of the training?", "Who is the target audience?", and "What skills or knowledge do we want them to acquire?". By setting goals, the training materials will have consistency in content, enabling the design of training that aims for high learning effectiveness.

〈Step.2〉Securing Personnel and Tools

Secure members involved in teaching material production and operation, and establish necessary systems such as LMS (Learning Management System) and authoring tools. If you have personnel with specialized knowledge, you can proceed with in-house production more smoothly.

〈Step.3〉Design of Teaching Materials

We design the structure, scenarios, and learning steps of the teaching materials. At this stage, decide on the formats and presentation methods to use, such as "videos," "quizzes," and "slides." The ideal structure keeps learners engaged and helps deepen their understanding.

〈Step.4〉Content Creation Based on Design

Based on the blueprint from Step 3, we begin creating the teaching materials. We concretize the content by preparing narration scripts, slide materials, video shooting, editing, and more.

〈Step.5〉Test & Feedback

First, conduct a trial run of the completed teaching materials with a limited target audience. Then, check the learners' reactions and level of understanding, gather their opinions, and identify areas for improvement. The feedback at this stage is key to creating high-quality teaching materials.

〈Step.6〉Corrections Based on Test Results

We reflect test results and feedback from learners to revise and restructure the content. These detailed adjustments greatly enhance the quality of the teaching materials.

〈Step.7〉Production Operation

We will officially release and operate the teaching materials. Let's smoothly proceed with the operation by utilizing the functions of the LMS.

〈Step.8〉Evaluation

Evaluate the extent of the learning effect achieved against the set goals. It is important to verify the learner's level of understanding from a "multifaceted perspective," including tests, surveys, and the subsequent impact on work.

〈Step.9〉Improvement and Update

Based on the evaluation results of Step 8, regularly review the content, structure, and operation methods of the teaching materials. Prompt and flexible updates support the continuous learning effectiveness of e-learning.

E-learning materials are not finished once created; by repeating the cycle of planning, production, operation, and improvement, they are updated to higher quality. Keep the above steps in mind and aim to successfully internalize the process.

We explain the key points to consider when bringing e-learning development in-house. Let's be aware of common pitfalls and their countermeasures.

〈1〉If you proceed with in-house production haphazardly, it will not go well

If you start creating teaching materials without clearly defining the learning objectives and target audience, the direction tends to become unclear, resulting in materials that are often lacking in substance.

▶Solution for <1>
As mentioned in the previous chapter "<Step.1> Clarification of Purpose", the key is to clearly define the purpose and target, and proceed step-by-step according to the steps described above.

〈2〉Lack of Expertise and Skills is a Challenge

Video editing and instructional design require a certain level of expertise for in-house e-learning development. Without such skills, the person in charge risks producing low-quality materials.

▶ Solution for <2>
Supplement the necessary skills by receiving vendor support or attending training for the person in charge.

〈3〉Securing Human and Time Resources

Creating teaching materials alongside other tasks is more burdensome than one might imagine. Additionally, if there is a shortage of human resources, production may be prolonged, and the quality of the materials may decline.

▶ Solution for 〈3〉
At the stage of adjusting the production system, plan to assign dedicated personnel and secure time. It is also important to incorporate measures to reduce the workload, such as dividing tasks among team members and utilizing authoring tools like iSpring Suite MAX.

In-house production of e-learning can lead to troubles due to lack of preparation and planning. By focusing on appropriate processes, skill supplementation, and securing resources, you can surely create high-quality materials.

＞Support for In-house e-Learning Development

In-house production of e-learning enables education optimized for your company's specific needs, and also offers benefits in terms of cost and operation. Of course, creating materials requires effort, but by utilizing authoring tools like iSpring Suite MAX, you can intuitively create materials with the ease of operating PowerPoint, supporting a smooth in-house production process.

That said, in-house production requires specialized knowledge and the establishment of a proper system. For those who "don't know where to start," consulting a vendor that supports the introduction of e-learning is one option.

Since starting our services in 2000, Human Science has produced approximately 3,000 e-learning materials. We are also an authorized reseller of iSpring products and provide extensive support related to e-learning production, including proposals for iSpring products and hosting usage seminars. If you are looking to improve the quality of your in-house training, please feel free to consult with Human Science.

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