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Sponge finalists in eight categories in the Learning Excellence Awards 2023.

Sponge through to the final stage of judging for multiple learning awards categories this year, including Outstanding External Provider.

Sponge selected as a Training Industry 2022 Assessment and Evaluation Watch List Company!

Sponge chosen for the watch list due to the capabilities, experience, and expertise demonstrated through its assessment and evaluation products and services.

Roundtable recap: top tips for overcoming digital learning fatigue.

Our recent virtual roundtable put digital learning fatigue under the spotlight for interrogation. In light of this important discussion, featuring input from some of the top L&D minds from the likes of Google, AstraZeneca, Deloitte, and more, we have complied some key takeaways and top tips to help your organisation overcome digital learning fatigue.

The importance of using L&D insights to shape a robust learning strategy.

Is your organisation’s L&D strategy the best it can be?

Sustainable training for the future.

Are organisations and their L&D providers prepared to meet increased sustainability training needs?

'In the Round' Virtual Roundtable: Overcoming Digital Learning Fatigue.

In our first virtual roundtable, we’ve pulled together the top L&D minds from some of our biggest clients to tackle the question: how do we overcome digital learning fatigue and keep learning engaging?

Designing Learning for the Metaverse: An Expert's View – Part Two.

In this episode of Expert Views, we continue to explore learning in the Metaverse with Karl Kapp, professor of Instructional Technology at Bloomsburg University. This time, Karl discusses examples of virtual learning experiences, as well as outlining key concepts of the Metaverse in his cutting-edge course: "Designing Learning Experiences in the Metaverse."

Designing Learning for the Metaverse: An Expert's View – Part one.

In this episode of Expert Views, Karl Kapp, Professor of Instructional Technology at Bloomsburg University, provides insight into what the Metaverse can offer that other learning approaches lack, and how we can access it. Read on and watch the video to find out about common misconceptions about the Metaverse, using it to create new and immersive learning experiences, and more.

Sales Enablement for the Digital Age: enhancing the foundational training programme for PayPal’s 1,000+ global sales team.

In this episode of Expert Views, Michele Larkey, Learning Experience Designer at PayPal, shares the experience of partnering with Sponge to deliver foundational sales training for a global team of 1000+ sales personnel. Read on for Michele’s advice for other tech companies looking to enhance their sales enablement training.

An L&D leader’s guide to the new FCA Consumer Duty.

In July 2022, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) announced changes to the Consumer Duty. Below is an overview of the new rules, and the role L&D will need to play to ensure firms meet the requirements.

Sponge and Travelodge shortlisted for Personnel Today award for data-driven digital learning.

The UK’s largest independent hotel brand has partnered with Sponge since 2020, to assist in the deployment of a data-driven compliance learning strategy.

Sponge wins three gold Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards!

The digital learning provider won two gold awards in the ‘Best Advance in Compliance Training’ category and one gold award in the ‘Best Advance in Custom Content’.

Sponge on track to become Youth Verified® through partnership with Youth Group.

Announcement reflects Sponge's ambition to drive DE&I by expanding its youth network and talent pipeline. The youth verification process will further align Sponge to the wants, needs and challenges of young people in the UK.

How can the financial and professional services sector establish a culture of learning to compete with digital disruptors?

In our final insights report following Learning Technologies 2022, we turn our attention to the world of finance and professional services. Following a decade of expansion since the 2008 crash, the industry is feeling the pressure from digital disruptors.

Is the technology sector a victim of its own success?

In the fourth of five industry reports following Learning Technologies 2022, we turn our attention to the tech sector. Following a huge expansion of the industry post-COVID 19, this blog looks at the impact of the 'Great Resignation' and digital skills gaps, developing a soft skills learning strategy, and why a robust data analytics platform will help to protect your learning strategy from failure.

The burning questions L&D should be asking about the metaverse.

Amongst L&D professionals, the metaverse might seem like a distraction from the abundance of daily priorities they are tackling. But is this something that L&D should be taking seriously, now? Might it in fact contribute to more effective and efficient learning strategies? What can L&D do to get ahead?

What are the top 3 insights for L&D in the manufacturing and automotive industry?

In the third of five industry reports following Learning Technologies 2022, we turn our attention to the manufacturing and automotive sector. This blog looks at the three ways that L&D can capitalise on the sector’s growth post-COVID-19 and support the transition to ‘Industry 4.0’.

Enhance your L&D training with Sponge’s new Learning Science handbook.

From understanding how adults learn, to unlocking training techniques that capitalise on neuroscience, Sponge’s new handbook showcases the science of good learning to L&D leaders, managers, and design practitioners.

LT22 Seminar: How to progress on the data maturity scale.

In this presentation, filmed at Learning Technologies 2022, Sponge’s Head of Product Innovation Zach Romain discusses the four-stage data maturity model, and the six steps for progressing an organisation along the data maturity scale.

What are the top 3 insights for L&D in the retail industry?

Continuing our series of industry reports following Learning Technologies 2022, we turn our attention to retail – a sector that is awash with post-pandemic potential. This blog looks at the three key insights for L&D professionals in retail to consider to help satisfy current needs and ensure future success.

What are the top 3 priorities for L&D in the pharmaceutical & healthcare industry?

Welcome to the first of five industry specific reports exploring the emerging learning technologies transforming workplace learning. The Learning Technologies 2022 Conference explored a myriad of challenge areas for L&D leaders, but how do we cut through the noise and identify key sector-specific priorities to meet these challenges head-on? We begin this series with an analysis of the pharmaceutical & healthcare L&D landscape.

Sponge Brochure 2022: Evolve your people at the speed of global change.

The world has changed, and you need to evolve your people, fast. Read how Sponge can support you in this journey!

Webinar: My Year with a Neuroscientist - Scientific Insights Applied to Workplace Learning.

Have you ever wondered what real-world digital learning would look like if you took the combined influence from the complexities of neuroscience with the secrets of the learning brain?

The results are in…What is L&D’s main priority for 2022?

At Learning Technologies 2022, we asked visitors to our stand to take part in a rather unique poll! As the dust settles on an excellent event, we are ready to assess the results and reveal what you consider to be the biggest challenge for your learning strategy right now.