Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Develop a strategic **Digital L&D Roadmap** that aligns technology investment with organizational skill gaps.
• Master the principles of instructional design specifically for digital formats (e.g., **SCORM, VILT**).
• Evaluate, select, and strategically utilize core learning technologies (**LMS, LXP, Authoring Tools**).
• Design and manage engaging Virtual Instructor-Led Training (**VILT**) sessions and large-scale webinars.
• Integrate **Microlearning** and curated content strategies to support just-in-time performance support.
• Utilize learning data analytics to track consumption, measure effectiveness, and personalize learning paths.
• Manage the technical infrastructure, vendor relationships, and data security (**GDPR**) of the digital learning ecosystem.
• Lead the change management required to foster a self-directed, digital-first learning culture among employees.

• **L&D** Leaders and Directors of Training
• Instructional Designers and Content Developers focusing on digital media
• **HR** Technology and **LMS** Administrators
• **HR** Business Partners driving digital transformation initiatives
• Managers responsible for remote or globally distributed teams

• Group exercises designing a blended learning solution for a global, remote-friendly training need.
• Workshops on evaluating an **LMS** and **LXP** based on a functional requirements list and integration needs.
• Individual exercises developing a **Microlearning** content strategy and sample video script.
• Case studies analyzing successful large-scale digital transformation of **L&D** functions.
• Role-playing scenarios facilitating a highly interactive **VILT** module and managing digital engagement tools.

Unit 1: Strategic Foundations of Digital Learning

• Defining the digital learning strategy and linking it to business goals (e.g., scalability, cost reduction, speed)
• The digital learning ecosystem: understanding the roles of **LMS, LXP, VILT**, and content libraries
• Developing a phased **Digital L&D Roadmap** and justifying the technology investment (**ROI**)
• Leading the change management required to shift from traditional to self-directed digital learning

Unit 2: Instructional Design for the Digital Medium

• Mastering principles of e-learning design: cognitive load, segmentation, pre-training and testing
• Techniques for designing engaging, interactive **Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)** sessions
• The strategic use of video, gamification, and social learning features to enhance digital engagement
• Content curation vs. custom creation: strategies for providing just-in-time knowledge (**Microlearning**)

Unit 3: Technology Selection and Management

• Systematic evaluation and selection criteria for **Learning Management Systems (LMS)** and **Learning Experience Platforms (LXP)**
• Managing the technical requirements: **SCORM/xAPI** compliance, integration with **HRIS**
• Strategies for vendor negotiation, contract management, and content licensing agreements
• Ensuring data security, privacy (**GDPR**), and accessibility compliance in the digital ecosystem

Unit 4: Delivery and Management of Blended Solutions

• Designing and launching effective blended learning programs (e.g., digital pre-work, **VILT**, in-person application)
• Best practices for global rollout: translation, localization, and time zone management
• Strategies for promoting digital learning content and maximizing employee access and adoption
• Developing a robust technical support structure for learners and instructors in the digital environment

Unit 5: Measurement and Continuous Improvement

• Utilizing **LMS** and **LXP** data analytics to track consumption, completion, and time-on-task
• Developing metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of digital learning (Level 2/3 data)
• Techniques for using learning data to personalize content recommendations and learning paths
• Auditing the digital content library and retiring/updating outdated or low-impact courses continuously