Getting Started With Your First eLearning Localization Project

Getting Started With Your First eLearning Localization Project

Ready To Launch Your First eLearning Localization Project?

Creating memorable and relatable learning experiences for your team should be a top priority. But how do you take their diverse backgrounds and needs into consideration? This eBook explores the importance of going beyond translation, as well as tips to find the ideal partner for your first eLearning localization project.



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Getting Started With eLearning Localization

Discover how to run your first localization project (and how to choose the right partner).

eLearning Localization Versus Translation

One of the most common misconceptions about eLearning localization is that it’s all about straightforward translation. While translating content is an integral part of the process, localization takes it many steps further by adapting the content based on cultural norms, associations, and learning preferences. For example, the process might involve using navigation icons that learners are already familiar with or incorporating images that resonate with them. Improved knowledge retention, increased engagement, and compliance risk mitigation are just a few of the benefits that can help you make a strong business case for your first eLearning localization project.

The key is knowing when to get the ball rolling so that localization doesn’t become an afterthought. Ideally, you should start the planning phase before content creation. Clarifying objectives, gathering your source files, and preparing a style guide can help you expedite the process. This also gives you the opportunity to avoid delays, such as having to rework your entire course template to accommodate languages that occupy more space.

About This eBook

How do you find the right localization partner with the expertise you need? How does feedback fit into the optimization process post-launch? Here’s a sneak preview of what you’ll find in this guide by RWS:

  • Supporting Every Learner, Everywhere
  • Your Localization Project: The Five Key Phases
  • Localization Is Complex. But It Doesn’t Need To Be Difficult

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Download Getting Started With eLearning Localization today to plan for success and choose the best localization specialist for your organization.