Dynamic Insights
Welcome to Dynamic Insights—digital learning news, views, key takeaways and hot topics from independent experts, our own team and companies from the industry. Here, we’ll explore the ever-evolving world of digital learning and learning communications, sharing thoughts and aiming to improve the quality of work we all produce for companies, public sector organisations and charities.
Impact sessions podcast
Why would a mature, successful business with a strong client base even consider an in-house rebrand—and are there lessons for others considering something similar?
Using AI in digital learning: avoiding common mistakes
Tom Foulkes explores what lessons we can learn from an AI-generated Coca-Cola Christmas advert, and how to avoid making the same mistakes in L&D.
Marketing for learning: a whodunnit
Tom Foulkes explores what we can actually learn from a Waitrose Christmas advert, a cat accused of robbery, the drama of a good detective story and what it all has
A new brand to celebrate 25 years of Dynamic
Coinciding with our 25th Anniversary, Dynamic has rebranded. But if a company is riding high on the back of its 25th year, that suggests plenty of success, so why the
Inspiring the next generation
Considering a student placement in Leeds? Take a look at what our latest placement students, think of their experience at Dynamic.
Learn to change, change to learn; achieving ROI on elearning
What’s changed in the last 5 years at Dynamic. Well, apart from the service levels we still bring to partnerships, pretty much everything!
Designing elearning for Neurodiverse learners
Dan Blades shares his tips on designing elearning for neurodiverse learners by creating accessible and inclusive learning materials.
The importance of scoping in elearning
When it comes to elearning, a solid foundation is key to achieving your goals. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of a comprehensive scoping exercise and how
Should you add audio narration to an elearning module?
In the early days of elearning, audio narration over some text essentially was elearning. Everyone had the same approach; a wall of text and bullet points on screen, a voice
Developing the best elearning experiences for children
Having worked in the learning industry creating elearning modules for almost 20 years there are a few questions we repeatedly see coming up again and again. “Should we add audio
Translation services and truly localising elearning content
In this blog, John explores the challenges and importance of localising e-learning content.
Using 360 degree video in elearning
What is 360° content, how is it captured and what implications does it have for transforming the way that we deliver training for years to come?
Student placements in Leeds don’t get much better
Considering a student placement in Leeds? Take a look at what our latest placement students, think of their experience at Dynamic.
Equality, diversity and inclusion elearning with impact
In this blog, Tom explores some of the ways that you can create equality diversity and inclusion elearning with impact.
Dynamic elearning, quarterly update Q3 2022
Dynamic elearning; an exciting second half of 2022. Dynamic elearning is looking at the summer period coming to an end. And with autumn well underway, we’re looking back at what
Thinking of changing from in-person events to digital events?
In this blog Chris explores how digital events can effectively replace your old face-to-face sessions while increasing engagement.
Excellent elearning services are built on client relationships
In this blog Julia describes the key elements to building successful client relationships and cites two long-running projects as examples.
The best learning management software is only as good as …
LMS Support is a crucial consideration when you’re choosing an LMS platform. Asif Khan explores how to avoid some common LMS support nightmares.
The features you can expect from the best LMS platforms
When it comes to choosing a learning management platform, here are the features you should look out for.
Dynamic elearning – Quarterly Update Q1 2022
Dynamic elearning; a glimpse into our brave new world. This year is already shaping up to be another fantastic one for the Dynamic elearning team. We’re kicking off with the
The types of elearning module you need today
Today I’d like to talk about the types of elearning modules that can make a difference to your learners. There’s a strange thing with the word ‘elearning’ (or is it
How to get the most out of your LMS platform: 10 steps to success
Here are 10 steps to getting the most out of your learning management system. In this guide we’ll help your team get the best out of your LMS platform.
Creating the best LMS platform in the UK
Learn how the team at Dynamic have been developing new features and functionality to help create the best LMS platform.
Dynamic elearning Quarterly Update Q2
The first of a quarterly series of updates on the world of Dynamic elearning. Discussing new technologies and how we can support clients.
Using augmented reality in elearning
We’re currently living in a time of great technological advancement. A time in which we now use all manner of technology to increase the interactivity and effectiveness of our elearning
When it comes to digital media placements in Leeds …
When it comes to digital media placements in Leeds they don’t come much better!
Finding the perfect workplace safety course
If you’ve ever considered a workplace safety course for your organisation, you’ve probably used a checklist of considerations. This list is certainly not exhaustive. And given that the last point
What is compliance training and why is it important?
In the world of legal compliance training, quality is everything. Legal compliance training has been an increasingly pressing topic over the last decade.
Top 5 benefits of elearning in the healthcare industry
elearning in the healthcare industry has never been such a hot topic. The aim of any healthcare organisation is to prevent serious illnesses and help patients recover as quickly as
Why GDPR training is important to your business
Ever wondered why GDPR training is important to your business? As a team which handles personal data ourselves, we know why GDPR training is important. Firstly, putting ourselves in the
Developing the best LMS on the market with Scrum
At Dynamic, we are constantly developing the Dynamic LMS to be the best on the market. Using Scrum for LMS development, we expand its functionality to provide a diverse platform
Measuring the impact of digital learning; assessment tests
Writing effective assessment tests can really help in measuring the impact of digital learning. Unquestionably, they can make the difference between a successful digital learning solution and an unsuccessful one.
Using scenarios in elearning; 11 top tips
Undoubtedly, using scenarios in elearning, or digital learning modules, can make a huge difference to learner engagement. The right scenario, used in the right way, can be the key factor
Action mapping in instructional design
There’s no doubting that action mapping in instructional design is a hot topic. It’s a phrase often heard in learning circles. But what is action mapping and how can it
Developing elearning learning solutions – it’s all in the planning (part 2)
In a previous post on successfully developing elearning solutions, we looked at the initial planning stage. The things to consider when you’re identifying and exploring the learning need and determining
Developing digital learning solutions – it’s all in the planning
Developing robust digital learning solutions can often be an effective and efficient way of addressing a training, learning or development need. And when done well, they can deliver a memorable
The benefits of elearning in the construction industry
Earlier this year, I was asked to contribute to an article in the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) bi-monthly members magazine ‘Master Builder’, on the benefits of elearning in the
Raising awareness through digital learning; dementia
Digital learning can be a vital tool in raising awareness of important topics such as dementia. Alison discusses the symptoms, the signs and what we can do to look out
elearning for social awareness; an increasingly effective tool
When it comes to raising awareness of important social issues, elearning has become a really effective tool. Our partnership with SFA in the fight against Modern slavery is just one
The best learning management systems let you do more
When considering how to train and develop your team, it’s worth remembering that the best learning management systems are the ones that offer more functionality—and flexibility. And in the latest
The top elearning authoring tools
As technologies change, choosing the best elearning authoring tools can be difficult. Authoring tools have become the number one solution for quickly producing high-quality digital learning and have opened the
21 years as a digital learning provider
Lisa Johnson, our Projects Director discusses over two decades at the helm of a successful digital learning provider, from the infancy of communicating digitally to stretching the boundaries of technology
Innovation in elearning. And in everything; Dynamic in 2021
UNPRECEDENTED – never done or known before. This is a perfect description of what we faced 12 months ago when trying to determine how to best steer the business at
COVID-19 versus uni: how a Leeds digital learning provider helped
Leeds digital learning provider, Dynamic were a huge help to me during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s the story.
