Core Competence

Adventure-based Learning™

"There is only one proof of ability: action!"

(Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach)

Core-Competence GmbH has developed an innovative and unique tool, Adventure-based Learning™, which gives companies a completely new means of training their employees. In contrast to classical eLearning and other training methods that restrict themselves to transferring knowledge, Adventure-based Learning™ possesses a series of distinct advantages, and the game-based approach provides additional motivation. In addition, this web-based solution makes it possible for the participants to organize their learning on an individual basis. Research has shown that interactive role games present material more efficiently and in a more lasting way. Employees can immediately apply what they have learned in simulated game scenarios thus internalizing it at a deeper level. In fact, game-based learners who use Adventure-based Learning™ improve their knowledge and practical skills significantly faster and indeed better than with traditional training methods.

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  Applying knowledge in a real world way

  Adventure-based Learning™ combines the acquisition and the application of knowledge on one platform. In the interactive game the participants are asked to deal with tasks taken from their work situations, which have to be solved in a realistic and efficient way. Depending on the level of their experience and knowledge, participants pass through individual learning and application simulations. Alternating between compact learning units and the practical application of knowledge the user deepens their acquired understanding which creates a lasting learning experience.

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  Virtual Coach provides help and support

  A virtual “Coach” accompanies the game-based learner through the entire adventure and facilitates the learning process. The Coach motivates, gives tips, and provides feedback on what the learner has done. As an example, he evaluates how an interview was conducted, the tactics which were employed, and then refers the user to specific learning modules. Thus, the Coach helps the participants acquire more and more knowledge, and deepens what they have learned with simulated behavioral training.

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  Learning better with a game

  Adventure-based Learning™ stimulates the urge to play games, thus enabling the participants to learn even more. Our experts work together with a customer to develop a story line for each interactive scenario which is specially aimed at a target group. For example, a sales team has to acquire a new customer, or service partners need to solve a support call. The exciting and entertaining stories make one want to learn more and ensures that the game is fun. This motivates the participants to face up to the challenge and solve the tasks that have been presented.

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  Learning organized on an individual basis

  Adventure-based Learning™ runs on a modern web platform and can be accessed online with a browser at any time and from anywhere. The flexible software-as-a-service deployment model enables participants to plan their learning process individually and determine their “learning pace” themselves. This means, for example, that interactive role games can be interrupted at any point in time and then resumed. Such independent organization also motivates the participants and enhances the success of the learning Adventure.

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  Training success is measurable

  The participants’ newly acquired knowledge is a positive reflection of their successful navigation of the learning Adventure. A virtual promotion or simply scoring a certain number of points motivates employees to deal with the tasks they have been assigned and to keep going. In contrast to traditional eLearning systems, in which the participants are usually left to their own devices, Adventure-based Learning™ gives companies specific evaluations about the learning success of their employees.