TIME FOR A CHANGE – HOW MARIE FOUND HER PATH THROUGH ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING

Marie is a team leader at an international company. Her schedule is packed with project deadlines, leadership meetings and client calls, leaving little time for professional development. Asynchronous learning offers a solution to the problem of fixed seminar schedules, which are often difficult to manage during a hectic working day. Meetings clash, priorities shift, and in the end, learning tends to fall by the wayside.

That’s when Marie discovers asynchronous learning, and everything changes. Finally, she can decide for herself when, where, and how she wants to develop her skills – no guilt, no missed training. Instead, Marie enjoys a professional development that fits into her daily routine – not the other way round.

THE FIRST STEP: WHY MARIE CHOSE ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING

Marie had already tried a few things: in-person training, online webinars, and scheduled group coaching. But nothing seemed to quite fit – it just didn’t work for Marie.

Her challenges:

• In-person sessions that clashed with her packed work calendar

• A fixed training schedule that left no room for individual topics or weaknesses

• Learning formats designed for the masses, not personal pace

Marie came to see that if learning was going to work for her, it needed to be flexible. And that’s exactly what she found with Swissteach – an experienced provider of LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS and e-learning content, giving her on-demand access to relevant training whenever she needs it.

Learning on demand – no fixed time, no fixed place.

THE FREEDOM OF ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING: CONTENT, FORMATS, AND LEARNING PACE

Since then, learning has looked completely different for Marie. With the choice between synchronous and asynchronous learning, she’s found her own rhythm – free from a fixed plan.

Her personal learning mix:

• Learning videos in the morning, when her mind is fresh and focused

• Quizzes during her lunch break – short, sharp, and engaging

• Case studies at the weekend, when she has time to dive deeper

E-LEARNING also offers a wide range of media formats:

• Videos, texts, and interactive tasks

• Modular content designed for quick wins

• Playful elements that motivate without being distracting

This variety makes asynchronous learning both effective and enjoyable. And if things don’t go according to plan? Marie simply takes a break and picks up again later – with no pressure.

ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING WITHOUT PRESSURE: AUTONOMY AS THE KEY

With asynchronous learning, traditional classroom teaching, rigid schedules, and missed deadlines are a thing of the past. For the first time, Marie realises how engaging professional development can be when she’s in control of the pace.

What matters most to her:

• Setting her own goals instead of following fixed requirements

• Taking breaks when her mind feels overloaded

• Exploring subjects in depth when they capture her interest

The result of asynchronous learning? Marie is learning more successfully – and, perhaps even more importantly, she’s enjoying it. All without exam anxiety or stress.

COLLABORATION ACROSS TIME ZONES: HOW MARIE LEARNS ASYNCHRONOUSLY AS PART OF A TEAM

Even with self-paced learning, group work is still very much possible. Marie makes use of the tools provided by Swissteach, a leading E-LEARNING AGENCY specialising in asynchronous team-based learning.

Here’s how team-based learning works:

• Discussions in learning forums where every voice counts – regardless of time zone or location

• Shared learning goals that unite, even when everyone follows their own path

• Comparing progress within the group to spark motivation

Whether learners are based in Asia or North America, with GLOBAL TEACH® everyone learns together – no matter the time or place. The digital learning space becomes a meeting place for sharing knowledge and developing new ideas.

OVERCOMING CHALLENGES: SELF-ORGANISATION IN EVERYDAY LEARNING

Of course, asynchronous learning also requires structure. Marie quickly realised that with freedom comes the need for self-discipline. But with a little strategy, it works brilliantly.

This is how she organises her learning routine:

• Setting weekly learning goals – realistic and achievable

• Using to-do lists to structure tasks and content

• Including small rewards – chocolate works wonders

• Blocking learning time in her calendar – like any important appointment

E-learning makes things easier by offering:

• Progress tracking tools to stay motivated

• Automatic reminders if things slow down

• Personalised learning paths that adjust automatically

With good self-organisation, asynchronous learning becomes part of the routine — even when things get hectic at the office.

THE NEXT STEP: MICROLEARNING AND ADAPTIVE LEARNING PATHS

Marie has now fully integrated asynchronous learning into her daily routine. She also makes full use of the advanced features offered by the E-LEARNING platform. Microlearning has become her go-to solution for staying on track during her hectic work schedule.

What makes microlearning ideal for her:

• Small, focused learning units – ideal for fitting in between tasks

• Regular revision to reinforce knowledge in the long term

• Targeted learning – without time pressure or stress

Thanks to Swissteach’s adaptive learning paths, her learning journey adjusts automatically:

• Content is tailored to her progress and individual needs

• Relevance over repetition – asynchronous learning without unnecessary extras

• Ongoing analysis for maximum learning success

This way, Marie saves time – and learns more effectively than ever before.

CONCLUSION: MARIE’S STORY AS AN EXAMPLE OF FUTURE-READY ASYNCHRONOUS LEARNING

Marie’s experience shows just how individual, flexible and effective modern learning can be. By choosing asynchronous learning, she opted for self-direction over pressure. This decision has fundamentally reshaped her learning routine.

Here’s what she now recommends:

• Learning at one’s own pace and rhythm

• Content that integrates seamlessly into everyday lives

• Working together despite time differences – both digitally and personally

• A platform that supports rather than rigid guidelines

Especially in fast-paced companies, this approach to professional development is both a practical model and a forward-looking strategy. Swissteach offers the ideal solution: flexible, scalable, and tailored precisely to meet your needs.

Curious?

If fixed training dates keep clashing with meetings in your schedule, it might be time for a new perspective. Try asynchronous learning – entirely at your own pace.

We at Swissteach are happy to support you.

Send us a request to discover how asynchronous learning can transform your development journey.