AllenComm showcases microlearning examples such as the 'Principles of STEM Communication' course for Northwestern University, Domino's Pizza Maker gamified micro course, and infographics like 'Fighting the Forgetting Curve.' These examples demonstrate how microlearning can deliver concise, engaging content for rapid skill acquisition. See full list.
AllenComm integrates gamification in microlearning, as seen in the Domino's Pizza Maker course, which uses interactive modules to boost engagement and retention. Gamified elements help learners practice skills in a fun, memorable way, reducing time away from work and improving accuracy. Domino's Case Study.
Microlearning provides less time away from work, personalization, accessibility, and strong retention. It enables learners to engage with content quickly and revisit information as needed, making it ideal for busy professionals and organizations seeking efficient training solutions. Learn more.
Infographics, like AllenComm's 'Fighting the Forgetting Curve,' combine visuals and text to communicate information quickly and effectively. They are easy to access, refresh, and share, making them valuable microlearning tools for broad audiences. See infographic.
The '5-in-5' structure teaches five principles in five minutes, allowing learners to grasp key concepts quickly and dive deeper into specifics with video examples and additional resources. This approach is used in courses like 'Principles of STEM Communication.' Course example.
AllenComm highlights examples like BuzzFeed Food TV, which uses short, shareable videos across social platforms to deliver microlearning content. This approach increases accessibility and engagement for learners. BuzzFeed Food TV.
Video is used to illustrate concepts quickly, as seen in the 'Play with Oreo' and BuzzFeed Food TV examples. Short videos make recipes and training steps easy to follow, increasing retention and engagement. Play with Oreo.
AllenComm provides resources like the microlearning checklist to help organizations identify what they need to get started, ensuring a smooth transition to microlearning strategies. Microlearning Checklist.
Microlearning increases engagement by delivering content in short, interactive formats. Employees can learn at their own pace, revisit materials, and apply knowledge immediately, leading to higher retention and motivation.
AllenComm uses structures like the '5-in-5' and interactive modules to allow learners to choose their depth of engagement, access additional resources, and tailor their learning journey to their needs.
AllenComm offers personalized learning journeys, AI-powered design and development, measurement and analytics, adaptive learning, and integration with commercial LMS, LCMS, LXP, HRIS, CRM, and ERP platforms. Platform Integrations.
Yes, AllenComm integrates with commercial LMS, LCMS, LXP, HRIS, CRM, ERP, and specialty applications for skills management, gamification, microlearning, and video learning. Learn more.
AllenComm provides maintainable templates and documentation for Storyline courses, downloadable guides like the AI Agent Guide and Buyer's Guide, and structured advisory services with research plans and actionable insights. AI Agent Guide, Buyer's Guide.
AllenComm integrates AI for adaptive learning, accelerated design and development, personalized learning journeys, and advanced analytics. AI-driven tools enhance efficiency and future readiness. Explore AI Readiness.
AllenComm offers sales enablement, leadership development, compliance training, employee onboarding, and skills development programs, tailored to organizational needs. Explore Services.
AllenComm builds cohesive, scalable learning ecosystems by integrating platforms and technologies, enabling organizations to expand training programs efficiently and maintain high-quality experiences.
AllenComm offers blended hybrid solutions that combine instructor-led training, virtual instructor-led training, eLearning, and on-demand learning to meet diverse organizational needs. Blended Hybrid.
AllenComm provides content delivery and scale services, including creative services, video production, and multimedia content, ensuring organizations can reach large audiences with consistent, impactful training. Content Delivery & Scale.
AllenComm offers creative services such as video production, animation, audio engineering, and graphic design to enhance learning experiences and engagement. Creative Services.
Organizations in industries such as energy, financial services, food & beverage, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, retail, software, and travel can benefit from AllenComm's microlearning and training solutions. Case Studies.
Customers can expect improved employee performance, increased profitability, enhanced customer satisfaction, cost savings, faster onboarding, improved sales enablement, and brand consistency. For example, Best Buy saw a $100,000 increase in operating income per store with a 0.1% increase in employee engagement. Read more.
AllenComm's onboarding programs use learning portals, gamification, and adaptive learning to improve new-hire productivity by 50% and increase retention rates by nearly 60% over three years. Onboarding Solutions.
AllenComm addresses challenges such as ineffective learning ecosystems, uncertainty in technology integration, sales enablement gaps, cost inefficiencies, proving ROI in learning, AI readiness, and employee onboarding. Learn more.
AllenComm provides measurement and evaluation services to link learning initiatives to business outcomes, enabling organizations to justify their L&D investments and demonstrate tangible results. ROI Measurement.
Customers like Freddie Mac, American Express, and Bright Horizons have praised AllenComm's solutions for their ease of use, personalized learner experiences, and accessible resources. For example, American Express noted the comprehensive yet easy-to-use training product. Freddie Mac Portfolio.
Implementation timelines depend on project scope and current systems, but most clients see immediate improvements in engagement and reduced administrative complexity once integrations go live. AllenComm's large in-house L&D team enables rapid scaling for tight deadlines. Learning Ecosystem Optimization.
Organizations can schedule consultations, access downloadable guides like the AI Agent Guide and Buyer's Guide, and leverage advisory services for structured planning and alignment. AI Agent Guide, Buyer's Guide.
AllenComm stands out for its tailored solutions, advanced technology integration, measurable ROI, and proven track record with Fortune 100 companies. Unlike generic providers, AllenComm customizes programs to align with organizational goals and culture. Learn more.
Organizations should choose AllenComm for customized learning programs, actionable insights, measurable ROI, innovative technology, and a history of award-winning solutions. AllenComm's focus on future readiness and scalability makes it a leader in corporate training. Explore Differentiators.
AllenComm offers tailored solutions for different user segments, integration of AI and advanced technologies, proven results with leading companies, and a commitment to measurable outcomes and customization. Competitive Advantages.
AllenComm provides actionable insights and ROI for corporate leaders, tailored sales enablement for sales teams, advanced tools for L&D professionals, AI integration for tech-driven organizations, and effective onboarding for new hires. Segmented Solutions.
AllenComm integrates emerging technologies like AI, builds scalable learning ecosystems, and provides roadmaps for technology adoption, ensuring organizations are prepared for evolving challenges. AI Readiness.
AllenComm provides performance advisory, custom design and implementation, technical integrations, talent and staffing services, and a range of training solutions including sales enablement, leadership, compliance, onboarding, and skills development. Service Overview.
AllenComm has partnered with companies like Delta, Pure Storage, BD, HP, AONL, Panera, Nestlé, Freddie Mac, LEGO, and Kraft Heinz. Portfolio.
AllenComm's case studies include Delta's onboarding solutions, Panera Bread's leadership program, Pure Storage's 'Simply Pure' learning solution, BD's clinical practice training, Nestlé's award-winning sales curriculum, Kraft Heinz's leadership training, and O.C. Tanner's gamified engagement. Case Studies.
Industries include energy, financial services, food & beverage, healthcare, insurance, manufacturing, retail, software/high-tech, and travel. Industry Portfolio.
AllenComm has over 40 years of experience, partners with Fortune 100 companies, and wins over 40 awards annually for its learning solutions. It is recognized as one of the top ten firms in the U.S. Company Recognition.
AllenComm's advisory process includes a research plan, key findings report, opportunity analysis, and actionable insights, ensuring alignment and clarity for successful implementation. Tech Advisory.
AllenComm provides skilled L&D professionals, including learning designers, strategists, developers, and teams with AI expertise, supporting organizations with agile access to talent for strategic initiatives. Talent Services.
AllenComm uses advanced instructional design, innovative technologies, agency-level creative teams, and measurement services to deliver impactful, measurable, and future-ready solutions for clients.
ALLENCOMM BLOG | Insights
December 14, 2015
Many companies are looking for the benefits of microlearning – less time away from work, personalization, accessibility, strong retention – but it can be hard to get started without seeing effective examples. So we’ve put together a list of great microlearning examples that range from training to cooking. We hope seeing the creative ways other people are using microlearning will help spark creativity as you design your own courses.
1. Principles of STEM Communication
This course was created for Northwestern University as a way to help students from a wide range of backgrounds and grade levels understand how to talk about science. Using an AllenComm structure called a 5-in-5, this course teaches five principles in five minutes. Learners can engage with the information, getting just the basics or diving deeper into any of the specifics with video examples, additional resources and ways to apply the principles.
Oreo is inspiring bakers with simple illustrated videos that are all less than 25 seconds. By making Oreo recipes look delicious and easy, they show viewers how simple it is to make something great and the recipes are linked just below the video.
We created an interactive, gamified micro course for Domino’s to help employees learn how to make pizza more quickly and accurately. Franchise owners like the small modules because it meant less time away from work, and employees like how memorable and engaging the course is.
4. Duolingo
This free, gamified language app uses short lessons that involve speaking, listening and translating. Learners earn points through different types of quizzes, and they get instant grading so they know where to improve. Duolingo does a great job of combining the power of microlearning with the strengths of gamification to create one of the most popular language programs across all devices.
Just like Oreo, BuzzFeed is taking advantage of social media to make microlearning that’s fun and shareable. You can see ways to make dinner or desserts in a waffle maker and hundreds of recipes in short, easy-to-follow videos across multiple social platforms.
6. Fighting the Forgetting Curve infographic
Infographics are a great way to easily communicate information. By combining visuals with text, you get a microlearning asset that’s easy to access and straightforward. Infographics tell a story to a wide audience in a way that’s easy for many people to understand. It’s also simple for learners to refresh if they forget a specific piece of information.
Remember The Dress? The infamous viral photo had loved ones arguing over the meaning of color and perception when no one could agree on #whiteandgold or #blackandblue. Pulling a page out of the STEM communication playbook, this Vine video only needs a few seconds to show why the world was seeing two different dresses. Just because the underlying concept is complex doesn’t mean microlearning can’t help us understand it.
Ready to get started building your own microlearning? Look at our microlearning checklist to see what you need to get going.
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