Adaptive learning technology has been around for a few years, but is not well known. The technology is built on artificial intelligence and focuses on solving some of the systemic challenges facing digital learning. For example, tailoring resources to the needs of the individual and using learning science, such as spaced repetition, to make learning effective.

It also has the potential to deliver the value and impact that L&D teams want and senior stakeholders increasingly expect.

The report explores what is meant by adaptive learning and how technology is helping embed and scale the approach across organisations. It examines the learning science at the heart of adaptive learning and speaks to many adaptive learning vendors about how the technology is being used by businesses.

Martin Couzins, CEO at Insights Media, comments, "At Insights Media, we want to shine a light on some of the technologies that will transform the learning experience for workers and learning outcomes for organisations, and we decided to start with adaptive learning. It is fitting that we start with an AI-driven technology when there is so much interest in generative AI currently. Another reason for writing this report is to provide a balanced view of the technologies shaping the learning market and to give voice to those who are innovating the learning experience for workers."

The report also explores the benefits of adaptive learning to L&D teams and employees, including

• personalisation
• engagement
• time efficiencies
• continuous assessment
• scalability
• return on investment
• spaced repetition
• data-driven insights
• employee-centred learning
• risk mitigation