eLearning 06 December 2024

eLearning Trends in 2025: What's Shaping Education & Training

Shane Traill
Director, First Media
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This post looks at some of the most important elearning trends in 2025 that will be shaping education and training now and over the next few years.

We had a busy and exciting 2024, delivering some interesting elearning projects for the likes of Team USA, Amazon, Lloyds Bank, Sabre and National Trust to name just a few. We also exhibited at Learning Technologies, London and the World of Learning event in Birmingham, and one of the key elearning trends discussed here and with clients throughout the year has been the use of AI for education and corporate training.

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While there is a great deal of hype around artificial intelligence, we’ve been keeping a keen eye on the space and leveraging the latest and best technologies to make L&D both more cost-effective for our clients and more rich and engaging for their learners.

More on this in our top elearning trends for 2025:

 

AI in Learning

Artificial Intelligence is transforming learning by making it more efficient and personalised. AI-powered tools can analyse learners' behaviours, adapt content delivery to suit their needs, and provide instant feedback. From AI tutors that guide learners through challenging material to automated assessments, this technology is creating smarter, data-driven learning environments.

 

Gamification

Making learning lively is what we’re about here at First Media, and our gamification solutions continue to be in high demand to make training more engaging and fun. By incorporating game-like elements such as leaderboards, badges, and rewards, elearning platforms can boost motivation and participation.

In 2025, we’ll see gamification move beyond simple mechanics to include complex narratives and challenges that deeply immerse learners in their educational journey.

 

Immersive Learning

Immersive technologies like Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) are transforming how learners engage with content. In 2025, expect more elearning platforms to offer simulations and interactive scenarios that mimic real-world experiences.

Whether it’s practising medical procedures or navigating a high-pressure business scenario, immersive learning helps learners gain practical skills in a risk-free environment.

 

Personalised and Adaptive Learning

One-size-fits-all training is becoming a thing of the past. Personalised and adaptive learning systems leverage data to create customised learning paths based on an individual's pace, preferences, and goals. These systems ensure that learners receive content that is relevant and appropriately challenging, maximising engagement and knowledge retention.

 

Video-Based Training

Video remains one of the most effective ways to deliver eLearning content. With the rise of microlearning, video-based training is becoming shorter, more focused, and interactive. Expect to see innovative formats such as 360-degree videos, live-action role-playing scenarios, and AI-driven video analytics that assess learner engagement.

AI tools for video creation are becoming hugely effective in driving down the cost of video-based training, and we’ve been making the most of one of the leading solutions - Synthesia for training video creation. We expect this service to become more popular in 2025 and beyond.

 

Mobile-First Learning

With smartphones dominating internet usage, mobile-first elearning design is now essential. Learning content is being optimised for smaller screens, ensuring seamless access anytime, anywhere. Our mobile learning solutions are increasingly being used for corporate training to offer both online and offline access, and push notifications to keep learners on track.

 

Social and Collaborative Learning

As remote and hybrid work continue to grow, so does the demand for collaborative learning tools. eLearning platforms are integrating features like discussion boards, peer reviews, and group projects, enabling learners to share knowledge and work together regardless of location.

 

Microlearning

Bite-sized learning continues to be a top trend for its ability to deliver knowledge quickly and effectively. In 2025, expect to see microlearning modules combined with AI to curate content based on individual learning gaps, making training even more efficient.

Our clients are increasingly requesting microlearning solutions for training on the go.

 

Sustainability in eLearning

Sustainability is becoming a key consideration for many organisations, including their L&D teams. Our digital-first approaches reduce the environmental impact of traditional learning, and organisations are increasingly seeking elearning solutions that align with their sustainability goals.

Over the last few years, we’ve also supported many environmentally-focused organisations with their learning, including ‘Spotlight’ Digital Learning Modules for National Trust employees and volunteers.

 

Learning Analytics

The rise of data-driven decision-making extends to elearning. Learning analytics tools track and measure learners’ progress, engagement, and outcomes. In 2025, advanced analytics tools, some of which will again leverage AI, will provide deeper insights into what works and what doesn’t, enabling organisations to continually refine their training strategies.

 

See You in 2025?

We’re excited about the future of elearning is exciting and making full use of cutting-edge technologies and innovative methodologies to support our clients. The elearning trends above offer incredible opportunities for organisations, educators, and learners to make training more engaging, effective, and accessible.

By embracing these advancements, we’ll continue to push boundaries and unlock the potential of thousands more learners in the years ahead. 

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