Glossary for digital learning 

A

Adaptive Learning

A learning method that adapts the content to each individual's level of knowledge and progress.

AI in Education

The use of artificial intelligence to streamline the creation, customization, and monitoring of learning.

Automated Training

Rule-based assignment of courses, reminders, and follow-ups that reduce manual tasks in the organization's training efforts.

B

Blended Learning

A training program that combines digital learning activities with instructor-led instruction, guidance, or hands-on training in a single, cohesive sequence.

D

Documented Training

Training in which the implementation, content, and any assessments are recorded and can be verified later.

Documentation of Competence

Documents that demonstrate a person's knowledge, skills, or qualifications, such as course certificates, certificates, and practical assessments

E

E-learning

Learning through digital technology, such as online courses that include text, video, audio, assignments, and feedback.

Equipment-Specific Training

Training in the safe use of the specific work equipment the employee will be using, with an emphasis on its functions and associated risks.

C

Completion Rate

The percentage of participants who have completed a course or training program, measured as a percentage of all those who are enrolled in or assigned to the training.

Cybersecurity Training

Training in safe digital behavior, threat recognition, and information management in day-to-day work.

Competency Requirements

Descriptions of the knowledge, skills, and qualifications required to perform specific tasks or fulfill specific roles.

Competency Matrix

A structured overview that links employees and roles to their competencies, requirements, and needs for further training.

Competency Management

Systematic efforts to identify, develop, and monitor the skills the organization needs to achieve its goals.

Course Administration

Organizing courses, participants, registration, and course delivery, including monitoring deadlines, attendance, and documentation.

Course Certificate

Documentation of participation in or completion of a specific course, including, if applicable, information about a final assessment.

Course Development

The process of developing learning objectives, structure, explanations, and assignments for courses, from the academic foundation to publishable content.

Certificate Management

Registration and tracking of employee certificates, including an overview of documentation, issuer, validity, and any renewals.

Certification

A formal confirmation that a person, product, or business meets the requirements of a specific program.

G

Gamification

The use of game elements such as points, levels, and challenges to highlight progress and engage participants in training.

Game-Based Learning

A form of learning in which participants apply their knowledge and practice decision-making through a game with educational objectives.

S

Skills Assessment

A systematic assessment of employees' knowledge, skills, and qualifications that serves as the basis for training and development.

Skills Gap

The gap between existing competencies and the knowledge, skills, or qualifications required for specific tasks or roles.

SCORM

A set of specifications that enables the use of digital course packages and the recording of results in compatible learning platforms.

I

Interactive Learning

A form of learning in which participants engage with content through tasks, choices, or dialogue and receive feedback along the way.

P

Professional Development

Development of knowledge and skills through training, experience, and guidance, related to new or existing job duties.

Partner Training

Training of external partners who will sell, deliver, or provide support for the company's products and services.

Phishing

A scam attempt in which an attacker impersonates a legitimate sender to obtain information, access, or payment.

Phishing Simulation

A controlled exercise using harmless messages that mimic fraud attempts and provide employees with training in recognizing and reporting them.

Preboarding

Preparations and communication between the acceptance of a job offer and the first day of work, which help both the employee and the company get off to a good start.

V

Vendor Training

Training external vendors on the client’s procedures, expectations, and requirements related to the service or assignment.

L

LMS - Learning Management System

A system that brings together courses, participants, and documentation, enabling organizations to organize and track training.

LMS Integration

A technical interface that allows a learning platform to exchange data or functions with other systems within the organization.

LXP

A learning platform focused on finding, recommending, and sharing content that supports employee development.

Learning Analytics

Collection and analysis of data on learning, participation, and outcomes to understand and improve education.

Learning Trail

A planned sequence of courses, assignments, and other learning activities that guide the participant toward a specific goal.

M

Microlearning

Training through short, focused learning modules, each of which addresses a single question, task, or topic.

Mandatory Training

Training that certain employees must complete in order to meet statutory, contractual, or internal job requirements.

N

Nano-learning

Very brief learning prompts that convey a single message or practice a single action, often as a form of repetition.

O

Offboarding

A structured conclusion to the employment relationship, involving the handover of tasks, knowledge, and responsibilities to the rest of the organization.

Onboarding

A structured orientation program that helps new employees become familiar with the company, understand their role, and master their job responsibilities.

T

Training Plan

An overview of learning objectives, activities, responsibilities, and follow-up for training an employee or group.

R

Reboarding

A tailored transition back to the workday following a prolonged absence, a new role, or significant changes in job responsibilities.

Reskilling

The development of new skills that enable an employee to take on other tasks or roles.

U

Upskilling

Further development of existing skills to master new tools, meet changing requirements, or handle more advanced tasks in the role.

W

Webinar

An online seminar in which participants follow a professional presentation, often with an opportunity for questions and discussion.

X

xAPI

A specification for recording and exchanging information about learning activities across courses and systems.