The document outlines 8 trends in e-learning for 2018: 1) The global e-learning market is expected to grow to over $240 billion by 2023; 2) Machine learning and artificial intelligence will provide personalized content to fill skill gaps; 3) Augmented and virtual reality tools will make learning more immersive as device availability increases; 4) Microlearning using short lessons on mobile devices will address short attention spans; 5) Connected devices and the Internet of Things will play a larger role in learning; 6) Mentoring and social learning platforms will improve engagement; 7) Video-based learning will continue to grow; and 8) Mobile learning through videos, microlearning and games will ensure participation and effectiveness.

1. TOP 8 e-Learning Trends
2018

2. Global
STATS
The size of the eLearning market was estimated to be over
USD 165 Billion in 2015 and is likely to grow by 5% between
2016 and 2023, exceeding USD 240 Billion
The corporate eLearning market is expected to grow at a
CAGR of 11.41% during The 2016 to 2020 period, ( Ref:
according to Technavio’s analysts).
Over 40% of the training will be job related
According to Research and Markets Report, the global
content authoring tools will rule the market and is expected
to grow at a CAGR of 7.72% over the 2016-2020

3. Machine Learningand
ArtificialIntelligence
To eLearning AI and Machine Learning offers
personalized content to fill the skill gaps for
individual learners
Helps in increasing motivation through new
effective training programs
Allows better resource allocation, improved
scheduling and content delivery

4. AugmentedReality(AR)and
Virtual Reality(VR)
Easy availability of devices helps in widespread
inclusion in eLearning
Learning is strategically moving towards becoming
more immersive
AR and VR could just be the right tools considering the
millennials as the users

5. Microlearning
2018 will be all about millennials, short
attention spans and. mobile devices- all leading
to one solution, i.e. microlearning
Microlearning will be used to transform certain
areas of a learners job profile
Gamified micro learning too will be gaining the
traction

6. Connected Devices
Impact of connected devices/ smart phones will be
enormous
Emerging trends like IoT will play a big role in learning
2018 will be year of beginning and we can expect a
slow movement in this area

7. Mentoring& Social Learning
Learning 4.0 will be here advocating the need for
personalized learning, more freedom of choice
Mentorship program driven by personal data analysis,
digital networks, assisted by collaborative platforms,
shared content and resources, social media
interactions social progresses is expected to flourish
There will be huge thrust on improving learners
engagement using various social learning mediums

8. Video-based Learning
This year also this trend will be there and growing
Use of mediums like youtube, persolised video
nuggets will increase drastically
The videos will also be a part of Face to face training
as a part of blended learning

9. Learningon theGo
(Mobile Learning)
It’s definitely the era of smart phones and the
numbers just continue to grow.
In the formats of videos or microlearning, AR or VR ,
or as games, mobile learning is a sure shot way to
reach maximum number of learners
It also will ensure increased participation and
effectiveness too

10. Game Based Learning
The inclusion of game elements in learning remains a
favorite among learners
Using effective games based learning techniques to
take learner towards ultimate learning goals
Learn actively and participate freely is the key mantra