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Understand the significance of Learning Management Systems in modern education and corporate training. Our blog posts offer guidance on choosing and effectively using the right LMS for your organisation’s needs.
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LMS vs. No LMS: What’s the Real Difference for Growing Companies?
Your business is experiencing growth – congratulations! Are you worried that your staff don’t have the skills to take it to the next level? If... Read More
Drive Retention and Results: The Impact of Training Your Workforce
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the importance of employee training cannot be overstated. Yet, many organisations overlook this critical... Read More
Why Building a Culture of Learning is So Difficult
Building a culture of learning is essential for any organisation that wants to remain competitive and thrive – yours included. But achieving... Read More
How the Fragmented Nature of the Learning Industry Is Wreaking Havoc on Your L&D Budget
Organisations seeking to establish themselves in today’s fast-paced business environment recognise the importance of Learning and Development... Read More
LMS and a Shoestring L&D Budget: Making the Impossible, Possible
It is common knowledge that traditional training methods fail woefully in the fast-changing business world, leading to a widespread call for... Read More
ROI of Learning: How to Convince Your Board to Invest
ROI (Return on Investment) quantifies the gains from a specific action or investment. Learning or training ROI measures the financial impact of... Read More
Solving Employee Productivity with Upskilling: The Alison Advantage
Most organisations today face a common challenge: how to keep their workforce productive, motivated, and equipped with the right skills. One... Read More
The Impact of Investing in Your Employees’ Development
Investing in employee development is crucial for organisations seeking to prosper in today’s constantly changing business environment. Alison’s Free... Read More
Manager-Led Employee Development: Unlocking Potential with Alison’s Free LMS
A quiet but strong revolution is underway in the corridors of business leadership. Managers who were once seen as bossy taskmasters are now evolving... Read More
The Role of Psychometric Testing in Corporate L&D (Learning and Development)
The dynamic landscape of corporate training and talent development is witnessing the emergence of a silent yet powerful ally: psychometric testing.... Read More
How to Develop an Inclusive and Productive Corporate Training Strategy for an Intergenerational Workforce
Given that there are as many as five generations to be found in the contemporary workforce, you must factor in not only individual learning and... Read More
Bridging Generational Divides: Delivering Training Programmes Relevant to Today’s Intergenerational Workforce
Welcome to the era of the multigenerational workforce, where Traditionalists exchange ideas with Gen Z, Baby Boomers collaborate with Millennials on... Read More
Upskilling Your Team: The Cost of Doing Nothing
Make continued learning and development an integral part of your business and watch your employees – and your balance sheet – thrive.... Read More
Template For an Email Requesting Training Budget
Training and skills development are essential to helping you advance and achieve your career goals. This pursuit can be costly, sometimes coming out... Read More
What Is an LMS and How to Use It for Employee Training
What is a Learning Management System (LMS), and what is it used for? An LMS is a powerful tool used to centralise, deliver, and manage training and... Read More
How to Choose the Right LMS for Your Business
Choosing the right Learning Management System (LMS) is crucial for the success of any business or organisation’s training and development... Read More
What is eLearning and How to Use in Your Business
e-Learning, short for electronic learning, is a powerful and versatile tool that can greatly benefit businesses in various ways. It allows... Read More
What is ROI in LMS and How to Calculate It?
ROI (Return on Investment) is a critical metric used to assess the effectiveness and profitability of any business initiative, and Learning... Read More
Navigating LMSs: An Essential Guide for Choosing the Right One
A Learning Management System, or LMS for short, is software that facilitates the management, delivery, and tracking of educational content and... Read More
Measuring Training Effectiveness: The Ultimate Guide
Measuring training effectiveness is a critical aspect of any organisation’s learning and development initiatives. Training programs play a... Read MoreFeatured Posts
Alison: An Irish Leader in Free Online Learning
March 20, 2025
Alison, an Irish-founded online learning platform, is committed to providing free access to education for learners worldwide. Since its launch, Alison h...Read More
Africa Rising: The Future of Transformative Education in Nigeria and Beyond
March 19, 2025
In February 2025, Alison attended the Omniverse Africa Summit in Lagos, Nigeria, where Alison Founder and CEO Mike Feerick delivered a keynote speech. T...Read More
Future of Jobs Report 2025: Top Skills & Roles in Demand
February 12, 2025
The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 examines anticipated challenges and opportunities facing economies from 2025-2030. It harvested ...Read More
Navigating the Future of Work: Insights from the WEF Future of Jobs Report 2025
February 6, 2025
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has published its Future of Jobs Report 2025. This barometer of trends across all sectors anticipates challenges and oppo...Read More
Disaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made...Read More
Free Homeschool Resources: How Alison Helped Our Family Thrive
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By Carole Dolan Weed Hello, fellow homeschoolers and welcome to the Alison Homeschooling Blog! I’m very excited to be part of Alison’s mission...Read MorePopular Posts
Alison Learner Spotlight: Meet Gloria Alado
June 15, 2022
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you will go.” – Dr Seuss If we’re honest, s...Read MoreDisaster Management: Be Part of the Solution
January 15, 2025
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but many are predictable. Would you know what to do in a crisis like a wildfire or flood? Whether natural or man-made...Read More
Alison vs Coursera and Udemy
February 17, 2025
Why Pay to Upskill When You Can Learn for Free? Thinking about advancing your career with online courses? Platforms like Coursera and Udemy claim to off...Read More
Teaching: A Noble Profession
October 5, 2023
Teachers teach all other professions. This is why teaching is considered by many people as the noblest of all professions. Teaching moulds the minds of ...Read More
John Taylor: “Alison is a truly powerful enabler.”
November 20, 2020
John Taylor is an Alison Graduate who managed a miraculous career change in just a few months thanks to Alison’s free online learning. By upskilli...Read More
Meet the African Businesses Hiring Alison’s Graduates
March 22, 2024
Looking for a job in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa or beyond? Discover how millions of Alison graduates across Africa have leveraged their certifications...Read More