In today’s digital world, more organisations are turning to online learning to train their staff and customers. But have you ever wondered who creates all those interactive courses, videos and quizzes? Enter the eLearning developer.
The heart of digital learning
An eLearning developer could be a person working within an organisation or an whole eLearning company that specialise in creating digital learning content. The Learning Rooms are a team of professional eLearning Developers. We take complex information and transform it into engaging, accessible online training materials that help people learn effectively.
The eLearning Developer is often referred to as an Instructional Designer. eLearning developers design learning using learning theory and instructional design principles and build using a full range of multimedia design sills. They don’t just put PowerPoint slides online, they craft immersive learning experiences that keep learners engaged and help information stick.
What an eLearning Developer does
Creating effective eLearning involves much more than you might think. Let us walk you through what happens behind the scenes.
First, we work closely with subject matter experts to understand what needs to be taught. This often involves lengthy conversations, identifying the key learning outcomes and reviewing existing materials, skills gaps and learning needs.
Then we map out the learning journey, planning how to present information in a logical, engaging way using learning theory and best practice. We decide which interactive elements will work best for different types of content.
Next is where it all comes together. Our multimedia designers bring everything to life using specialised eLearning tools such as Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise. They build interactive elements, create animations, edit and create video content and ensure everything works smoothly across different devices.
The tools of our trade
eLearning developers use a variety of specialist tools and technologies:
- Authoring software lets us create interactive courses without needing to code.
- The Learning Rooms have created a professional Articulate Storyline template to streamline eLearning development.
- We also use a wide range of tools for bespoke eLearning projects.
- Learning Management Systems (LMS) help deliver courses to learners and track their progress.
- Video production tools allow us to create everything from simple explainer videos to complex scenarios.
- Graphics software helps us design visually appealing content that enhances learning.
Why organisations need eLearning developers
Creating truly effective eLearning isn’t as simple as recording a presentation or uploading some documents. Good digital learning requires expertise in how people learn, creative storytelling skills and technical know-how. The process is called instructional design.
By working with a dedicated eLearning developer, organisations can:
- Create training that genuinely engages learners
- Ensure content is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities
- Track learning progress and measure results effectively
- Save time and money compared to traditional face-to-face training
- Maintain consistency across all their learning materials
The bottom line
An eLearning developer is your partner in creating digital learning that works. The Learning Rooms combine educational expertise, creative flair and technical skills to transform content into engaging learning experiences that deliver real results.
So next time you complete an online course that keeps you interested from start to finish, remember there’s an eLearning developer behind it, working hard to make learning both effective and enjoyable.
At The Learning Rooms, we offer bespoke and rapid eLearning development as well as video and animation production.
