What’s the Best Way to Keep Remote Employees Engaged in Training? Here’s a Strategy that Worked for Us.

In a world where remote work is becoming the new norm, HR and L&D professionals are constantly brainstorming ways to keep employees engaged in mandatory training. This is especially tough for global teams, where we need to deliver the same content, yet make it culturally relevant. Here’s a strategy that has proven effective for us:

1.Break Content into Microlearning Modules: Instead of a long, single video or lesson, we divide training into small, digestible sections. Not only does this reduce cognitive load, but it also allows employees to work at their own pace. Each module is a standalone piece, making it easier for employees to jump back in when they have time.

2.Localize with Subtitles and Region-Specific Examples: Engagement improves when people feel the content is made for them. To make our training relevant globally, we add localized subtitles and, where possible, examples that are specific to different regions. This isn’t hard to implement, but it has made a surprising difference in feedback.

3.Use Interactive Quizzes: We found that embedding quizzes within the video segments keeps employees on their toes. They’re more likely to pay attention, knowing there’s a short quiz at the end of each module. And these quizzes provide valuable feedback, letting us see what areas might need more clarity.

4.Create a Personalized Experience Using AI: Here’s where LivGen has been helpful. Their AI-powered video stack tool has allowed us to personalize each module visually and add an interactive element. By creating these stackable video elements, employees could skip to the sections that they felt were most relevant, reducing training time without sacrificing content quality.

5.Follow Up with Discussion Forums: We set up a discussion forum where employees can discuss the training material and how it applies to their work. This peer-to-peer interaction has been invaluable in embedding the content more deeply.

These small changes have significantly increased our training completion rate and engagement. And the LivGen tool, especially with its stackable video option, gave us the flexibility to create a more modular and adaptable learning experience for our global teams.