eLearning Course Building

Building Engaging eLearning Courses

The eLearning industry is experiencing unprecedented growth as businesses and educational institutions embrace flexible, accessible online learning solutions. For eLearning to truly succeed in a global market, courses must cater to a wide range of linguistic and cultural needs. This is where translation and localisation play a critical role. Localised eLearning courses enhance learner engagement, improve knowledge retention, and ensure the effectiveness of training.

At APT, we specialise in helping organisations create effective learning experiences with a worldwide reach. From platform selection to complete course localisation, we provide comprehensive solutions for eLearning success.

The demand for eLearning localisation is rising as global organisations recognise the value of training tailored to their local audiences. Localised courses are no longer a luxury – they are a necessity for creating meaningful, globally relevant learning experiences.

HOW APT’S LOCALISATION SERVICES CAN HELP

APT provides end-to-end solutions for building and localising eLearning courses. Partner with us to unlock the true potential of your eLearning initiatives.

Tailored
Localisation Solutions

 

Deliver culturally relevant eLearning with APT's expert localisation services.

Multilingual
Excellence


Achieve seamless multilingual integration with our professional translation tools and expertise.

Engaging
Multimedia Content

 

Enhance learning outcomes with localised subtitles, voiceovers and interactive elements.

How to Build eLearning Courses with Localisation in Mind

Steps to Create Globally Impactful eLearning Courses

Designing eLearning courses for a global audience requires careful planning and a localisation-first approach. Localisation is more than just translating text; it involves adapting content to align with cultural norms, regional preferences, and language nuances. By incorporating localisation into the eLearning course-building process from the start, you can save time, reduce costs, and ensure a better learner experience.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to building eLearning courses with localisation in mind, ensuring your content connects meaningfully with diverse audiences.

Start with a Global Mindset

Plan your course content and design to be adaptable for multiple languages and cultural contexts. Avoid culture-specific idioms, imagery, or humor.

Use Localisation-Friendly Authoring Tools

Select platforms like Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate that support multilingual content, flexible layouts, and multimedia localisation. If you are localising from English into a right-to-left language like Arabic or Hebrew, make sure that your platform supports this.

Design for Text Expansion

When translating from English to other languages, text often expands or contracts. Design layouts with enough space to accommodate changes.

Incorporate Visuals Strategically

Use neutral, globally relatable visuals. If culture-specific imagery is necessary, plan for localised replacements during the translation phase.

Plan for Voiceovers and Subtitles

If using audio or video content, ensure scripts are written with localisation in mind. Leave space for translated subtitles or longer voiceovers durations.

Incorporate Multilingual Testing

Test your localised courses for functionality and cultural accuracy. Collaborate with in-country reviewers to ensure the content resonates with the target audience.

Partner with Localisation Experts

Collaborate with professional localisation service providers like APT for seamless and high-quality translations.

Creating eLearning courses with localisation in mind ensures a streamlined process and results in globally effective learning experiences. By integrating cultural and linguistic considerations from the start, organisations can reduce barriers to learning, enhance engagement and deliver impactful training.

HOW APT’S LOCALISATION SERVICES CAN HELP

APT provides the expertise and tools needed to design courses that are ready for localisation. From localisation-friendly templates to expert translations and cultural adaptation, we ensure your eLearning courses deliver exceptional results across diverse audiences.

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