The raw materials are likely to be dry, and learners can sometimes resent being forced to take training on the same subjects repeatedly. However, compliance training that has received the Red Mirror treatment promises to transform employee attitude from ‘have to know’ to ‘want to know’! After all, if employee knowledge on these topics is lacking, it might lead to death and lawsuits. Not a good combination!

Once the thorough analysis and research is complete, snazzy techniques are great for keeping the learner engaged. Scenario-led eLearning keeps learners hooked and, because stories evoke empathy, they will find it easier to recall the important stuff. This technique can be reinforced by adding a visual element, and our design and animation teams are highly skilled in bringing content to life in a way which embodies the brand perfectly. To avoid the drudgery of repetition, we suggest using branching scenarios, which provide paths for the learner to choose from. This removes the all-too-common predictability of much eLearning, and nods to the fact that learners who guide their own path are likely to be more motivated and show greater levels of autonomy as a result.