The new mmb Trend Monitor is here! We summarize the top results for you: From videos to micro-credentials to the ever-popular blended learning. With infographics and practical tips on the top trends of 2022.
Review: Trend Monitor 2018-2021
Before we get to the results of 2022, let's take a quick look back: What were the previous top trends in continuing education? Looking at the trend assessments of the past years makes it clear which are the true enduring trends and which trends only flicker briefly.
What is the trend study "mmb Learning Delphi"?
The mmb Institute surveys around 70 experts in professional digital learning in the DACH region annually: Which trends do they attribute high importance to for the coming years? By the way: The survey has now taken place for the 16th time - now completely online. Here you can find all studies of the Trend Monitor for download.
Trend Monitor 2018: Explanatory Videos and Blended Learning
Even in 2018, the top topics of today were evident: On the one hand, short, simple videos and on the other hand, blended learning as a long-term method. Both can be excellently combined!
Summary: Trend Monitor 2018: How important videos are in blended learning
Trend Monitor 2019: End of Web Based Trainings
In 2018 and 2019, there was a lot of discussion about the GDPR - and what importance data protection has for corporate learning. Moreover, the Trend Monitor of 2019 showed that WBTs and individual wiki lexica are much less significant than they were a few years ago.
Summary: mmb Trend Monitor 2019: What educators need to know
Trend Monitor 2020: Videos Surpass Blended Learning
The Trend Monitor 2020 showed that videos could become even more important in continuing education. The focus of the survey was also on "artificial intelligence". However, looking back today in 2022, we see that the topic of AI will likely remain a marginal subject.
Summary: mmb Trend Monitor 2020: Videos are the top learning format for companies!
Trend Monitor 2021: Corona and Home Office Change Everything
By 2021 at the latest, it was clear: We must design continuing education independently of physical presence. Against the backdrop of the Covid pandemic, it is not surprising that blended learning received 100% approval as the top learning format for the next 3 years.
Summary: How to succeed in corporate e-learning from home [mmb Trend Monitor 2021]
Trend Monitor 2022: This is what continuing education looks like after the pandemic
The top 3 trend topics in corporate learning should now be familiar to you: They are true enduring trends from the mmb study. What is exciting this year is that the panic of Corona is over and physical presence is becoming more important again. Nevertheless, the pandemic has had a strong influence on professional continuing education: Many companies could see what is possible digitally - and where there is potential for improvement.
In a "blink": You can find the most exciting results of the mmb Trend Monitor 2022 in the following infographic!
We summarize the 3 top learning trends for the next three years and show how you can wonderfully intertwine videos, micro and blended learning.
Learning Trend No. 1: Videos / EduTubers
Learning Trend No. 2: Micro-Credentials
Learning Trend No. 3: Blended Learning
Learning Trend No. 1: Videos / "EduTubers"
This is what the trend means according to the study: 91.4% of respondents say that the segment "EduTubers" will continue to grow. EduTubers are professionals who create and upload videos to YouTube alongside their teaching activities. These videos can then be purchased by educators. Additionally, 72% of respondents say that explanatory films can be a good source of income.
Tip for HR and trainers: Either you buy videos for your e-learning - or you shoot them internally yourself! YouTube is not a platform for glossy image films, which is why most EduTubers are not professional filmmakers. If you or someone from your team is interested in making your own videos, we can only say: Go for it! You need neither expensive equipment nor years of experience in shooting videos.
The most important thing is good sound and an authentic appearance! Then videos are not only a sustainable method in e-learning but also offer a high personal factor.
Learning Trend No. 2: Micro-Credentials
This is what the trend means according to the study: 77% approval for the statement "Micro-credentials generally increase attractiveness for informal learning". These refer to mini-certificates intended to motivate self-directed learners.
Tip for HR and trainers: "Micro" has been in trend not just this year. The idea behind micro-credentials is to promote self-directed learning with short content and quick rewards. After all, the biggest challenge in e-learning remains keeping participants motivated.
Learning Trend No. 3: Blended Learning
This is what the trend means according to the study: While it seems hardly believable at 91% approval, blended learning has actually dropped in significance compared to the previous year (100%). However, blended learning has been stable among the top trends of the trend monitor for over 10 years. One can hardly call it a "trend" anymore! Let’s put it this way: Blended learning clearly belongs to the standard repertoire of modern continuing education.
