A Holiday Guide to Better Online Learning 

As the year wraps up, why not give your learners the gift of great training? Whether you’re building professional development courses, certificate programs, or internal/external-facing training, these quick tips will help you create engaging, accessible, and effective online learning experiences: 

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Day 1: Keep it short and sweet.
Break lessons into micro-learning chunks under 10 minutes. 

Day 2: Add festive flair.
Use clean visuals that support learning goals without clutter. 

Day 3: Wrap it up with accessibility.
Include alt text, captions, sufficient contrast between foreground and background colors, and clear navigation. 

Day 4: Make it interactive.
Give learners control with choices, branching, or problem-solving. 

Day 5: Check your list twice.
Review for broken links and outdated content before launch. 

Day 6: Give the gift of feedback.
Add reflection prompts and model responses for self-check. 

Day 7: Light up the learning path.
Use clear, logical structure so learners know what’s next. 

Day 8: Spread cheer with multimedia.
Short videos or audio clips keep content lively. 

Day 9: Don’t overload the sleigh.
Space out content for better retention and flow. 

Day 10: Add a bow of branding.
Consistent colors and fonts make training polished. 

Day 11: Plan for learners on the move.
Ensure mobile-friendly design (whether dashing through the snow or between meetings!). 

Day 12: Spark engagement.
Use reflection, knowledge checks, scenarios, stories, or discussions. 

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Ready to put these tips into action? 

The OIT Training Development team can help you design learning experiences that shine—whether you need a quick consultation or full project support. Now is the perfect time to start planning for the new year!

Contact us today to schedule a session and kick off your next training project in 2026.