Learning Mechanics

Learning Mechanics are ClearXP’s secret sauce. Unlike traditional authoring tools which output static content with limited interactivity, ClearXP supports a wide range of delivery modes and learning formats.

Because ClearXP is built on the Experience API, it’s able to support new styles of learning while maintaining interopability with any Learning Management System (LMS) vendor. ClearXP is even able to back-port its learning content to SCORM with zero loss of functionality.

Mechanic	Description
eLearning Modules	SCORM/xAPI modules that combine text, visuals, quizzes, and interactions for structured engagement.
Micro-Learning	Short, focused learning units designed to teach specific skills or concepts in bite-sized chunks.
Video-Based Learning	Use of pre-recorded or interactive videos to convey concepts, demonstrations, or lectures.
Curated Content	Selected learning resources gathered from trusted internal or external sources to support specific learning goals or skill development.

Mechanic	Description
Self-Paced	Learners progress through content at their own speed, allowing flexibility in pacing.
Conditional Release	Unlock content based on completion of prior modules or meeting performance criteria.
Spaced Repetition	Review content at increasing intervals for long-term retention.
Campaigns	Timed, sequenced content pushes designed to drive engagement and reinforcement.

Mechanic	Description
Knowledge Checks	Lightweight quizzes embedded throughout content to reinforce retention and understanding.
Assessment	Formal evaluations at the end of a module or course to measure learning outcomes.
Sign-Offs	Supervisors review and confirm that a learner has understood and applied key learning.
Pre-Assessment / Post-Assessment	Evaluate knowledge gain by comparing before-and-after understanding.
180 / 360 Assessments	Feedback from self, peers, or managers to evaluate competencies and development areas.

Mechanic	Description
Adaptive Learning	Dynamically adjusts content difficulty, sequence, or feedback based on the learner’s responses or progress.
Personalised Learning	Content is customised for learners based on experience, role, or skill gaps.
Pre-Assessment Driven Learning	Diagnostic assessments shape a learner’s journey by identifying areas of strength and weakness.

Mechanic	Description
Gamification	Uses points, badges, leaderboards, and challenges to drive engagement and reward progress.
Simulations	Interactive environments that replicate real-world systems for learners to practice skills.
Scenarios	Learners role-play and make decisions that lead to different outcomes.
Nudges	Gentle reminders or prompts to encourage progress or reinforce key messages.

Mechanic	Description
Social Learning	Peer interactions through forums, discussion boards, or collaborative tasks.
Peer Review	Learners evaluate each other’s work, fostering critical thinking and shared understanding.
Mentoring & Coaching	One-on-one or group support provided by a mentor or coach.

Learning Mechanics are used during program creation to tailor programs to their goals. ClearXP selects the mechanics that best align with defined goals. For example, a program goal of boosting learner engagement will result in mechanics from the Engagement category being used.

Learning Mechanics are exposed in different ways within a program:

• Most mechanics represent content a learner will interact with (eLearning modules, micro-learning, assessments, etc.)
• Other mechanics take the form of workflows involving multiple users (Sign-Offs, 180/360 assessments, etc.)
• Progression mechanics change how the program content is delivered (self-paced, spaced repetition etc.)

Any mechanics that represent digital learning content can be added to a program pathway from the Structure your program screen.