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The Near Future: Content Systems Will Define Who Wins
Content management systems are becoming essential as organizations work to regain control in an AI-driven environment. While artificial intelligence has increased the speed and scale of content production, it has also exposed the limits of traditional workflows. As a result, organizations must rethink how content is structured, managed, and maintained. Coming from the previous article?…
The Transition: AI Is Speeding Up Content, but Breaking Control
AI content development challenges are reshaping how organizations create and manage content. Artificial intelligence has accelerated production across technical writing, training, and marketing. However, maintaining consistency and accuracy has become more complex. Missed the first article? Start here: Content Control — The Evolution of Content Development In the pre-AI model, structured workflows ensured that content…
Staying in Control of Content: How Content Development Is Changing—and What Comes Next
Content development is entering a new operating model. Artificial intelligence has accelerated content creation across technical writing, training, and marketing, which allows organizations to produce more material than ever before. However, as speed increases, control becomes harder to maintain. For many organizations, content creation is no longer the main challenge. Instead, the larger issue is…
Before AI: How Content Development Built Control Through Structured Workflows
Content development before AI did not begin with artificial intelligence. Instead, it evolved through decades of technological change that gradually improved how organizations create, manage, and scale content. Each advancement increased efficiency, yet each also introduced new challenges that required stronger processes and oversight. To understand the current transition, it is important to look at…
AI Content Checklist for Teams
An AI content checklist helps teams catch errors, improve clarity, and reduce risk before publishing AI-generated content. Even polished drafts can contain hidden issues, so a consistent review checklist is essential for protecting accuracy, usability, and brand credibility. Many teams now use AI to create web pages, training materials, help content, and internal resources. While…
Common AI Content Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Common AI content mistakes can damage credibility, confuse users, and create real business risk, even when AI-generated drafts look polished at first glance. AI tools can speed up content creation, but they can also introduce errors, gaps, or off-brand messaging that should never reach a live audience. Common AI content mistakes can hurt credibility faster…
How to Review AI-generated Content Before Publishing
Reviewing AI-generated content before publishing is critical if your team wants to avoid errors, protect credibility, and prevent costly mistakes. AI can produce polished drafts quickly, but without a proper review process, those drafts can introduce risks that are easy to miss. Many teams now rely on AI to create web pages, training materials, help…
Course Content Development Examples for Effective Training
Strong course content is easier to understand when you can review real examples. That is why this page looks at common training formats, explains how they are typically structured, and points to live examples readers can explore. Course content development includes the written, visual, and interactive materials learners use during training. Depending on the project,…
When to Outsource Course Content Development
Outsourcing course content development helps organizations build training faster, improve quality, and reduce pressure on internal teams. When timelines are tight or resources are limited, outsourcing can provide the support needed to keep projects moving forward. This article explains when to outsource course content development, what signs to look for, and how outsourcing fits into…
Course Content Versus Instructional Design: Key Differences
Course content and instructional design often work together, but they are not the same thing. Course content focuses on the training materials learners use. Instructional design focuses on planning how learning should happen. Understanding the difference helps teams choose the right support for each project. This article explains course content versus instructional design, how the…
Course Content Development Process: Key Steps Explained
The course content development process turns ideas, information, and subject matter expertise into training materials that learners can understand and use. A clear process helps teams stay organized, reduce rework, and build content that supports real learning outcomes. This article explains what the course content development process includes, why each step matters, and how teams…
What Is Course Content Structure? A Clear Guide
Course content structure is the way teams structure training content so learners can follow ideas, retain information, and apply new skills. When content feels scattered or overloaded, learners lose focus and miss key points. A clear structure makes training easier to understand and easier to use. This article explains what course content structure is, why…
How to Structure Training Content for Better Learning Outcomes
When you structure training content well, learners can follow ideas, retain information, and apply new skills. When content feels scattered or overloaded, learners lose focus and miss key points. A strong structure makes training easier to understand and easier to use. This article explains how to structure training content for better learning outcomes, why structure…
Training Content Update: Signs Your Materials Need a Refresh
Training content does not stay effective forever. As processes change and teams grow, materials can become outdated or harder to use. A training content update helps keep learning clear, accurate, and useful. This article explains how to spot outdated materials, why updates matter, and how to approach a training content update. If you are building…
What does a course content developer do?
A course content developer creates training materials that help learners understand and apply new skills. These professionals turn complex information into structured, easy-to-follow learning experiences. Their work supports clear learning goals, consistent delivery, and real-world performance. This article explains what this role involves, what these professionals create, and how they support effective training programs. If…
Instructor-Led vs E-Learning: Which Training Format Works?
Many organizations must choose between instructor-led vs e-learning when planning training. Each format supports different goals, audiences, and delivery needs. The right choice depends on how learners use the content and how your team delivers training. This article compares instructor-led vs e-learning so you can choose the format that fits your training goals. What is…
When to Convert Instructor-Led Training Into E-Learning
Many organizations reach a point where instructor-led training no longer scales. As teams grow and schedules tighten, many start to convert instructor-led training to e-learning. However, not every course should move online. Knowing when to make the shift is key. This article explains when to convert instructor-led training to e-learning, when to keep it as…
Technical Writing: A Guide for Businesses and Teams
ProEdit’s technical writing services help organizations produce clear, accurate, and professional content that supports users, teams, and customers. If you are launching a new product, we help you communicate it effectively. If you are updating an existing library, we translate complex ideas into plain language your audience can use. Why technical writing matters Every company…
10 Strangest Job Interview Questions
Here are ten of the strangest job interview questions of all time! Source: Entrepreneur.comSee also: Master Your Elevator Pitch for Interviews
Affordable E-Learning for Budget-Minded Organizations
Well-trained employees are essential to an organization’s success. Unfortunately, many small, budget-conscious teams shy away from investing in e-learning (short for “electronic learning”). Common concerns include the perceived cost of creating and hosting self-paced courses. When financial, human, and training resources are limited, a new training system can feel out of reach. Fortunately, e-learning may…
The Future of Jobs for Content Developers
The Future of Jobs Report 2025 from the World Economic Forum outlines big changes across industries. AI, automation, and skills-based hiring are reshaping how people work. This is especially true for content developers, whose roles now demand more flexibility, tech fluency, and cross-functional value. While the headlines focus on job losses, there’s a parallel story:…
How to Update Content After a Rebrand
Rebranding involves significant behind-the-scenes work beyond just updating logos and websites. A comprehensive content audit, clear brand guidelines, and modernizing legacy files are crucial steps. Consistency in visuals and messaging is vital to maintain audience trust. A phased rollout and ongoing maintenance plan ensure a smooth transition and alignment with the new brand.
How One Typo Brought Down the Internet—And What It Means for Your Business
Amazon’s typo broke the internet. A simple mistake cost companies millions of dollars. Here are some tips for preventing typos, no matter your industry.
How to Improve Learning Retention in E-learning Courses
Learning retention is a challenge in every training environment—but especially in e-learning, where distractions are just a click away. If learners forget what they’ve just completed, the training loses value. That’s why improving retention in e-learning should be a key goal for every course developer. This article covers what learning retention is, why it’s harder…
History of Technical Writing: From Cave Walls to AI
What is the history of modern technical writing? Technical writing has been around since the first technical writer, Cro-Magnon man, was drawing on cave walls. Some joke that it’s the world’s “other” oldest profession! However, most experts would agree that the golden age of technical writing started with the invention of the computer. Here are some of…
Uncleftish Beholding by Poul Anderson
Uncleftish Beholding (1989) is a short text written by Poul Anderson. It uses mostly words from old German roots. It shows what English might look like if it hadn’t borrowed so many words from Latin, Greek, and French. The text is about basic atomic theory, and it’s quite a mess. Here goes: For most of…
The Subtle Art of Delegating
Taking time off is much more relaxing if you effectively delegate your tasks to other team members. Here’s what you need to know to get started.
Ten Idioms about the Human Body
Here are ten idioms about the human body presented in a format that any child of 1960s or 1970s will fully appreciate! Source: WeKnowMemes.com
The Longest Word in the Dictionary
You might be a Word Person if you’ve ever asked yourself, “What’s the longest word in the dictionary?” At 45 letters, pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis is the longest word in the English language published in a dictionary, the Oxford English Dictionary. It refers to a lung disease caused by inhaling very fine ash and sand dust. The disease…
10 Things You Should Give Up Today
The holiday season can be so stressful, and Word People are famously hard on themselves because we think everything has to be “just right.” Charlene Burke recently published an article, “10 Things You Should Give Up Today,” and it really resonated with us. Perhaps it will with you as well. Here are the highlights: Give…
Merry Christmas (Quotations)!
Christmas words are the best, and here are some of our favorite Christmas quotations! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all your friends at ProEdit! Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.— Norman Vincent Peale Christmas is a time when you get homesick — even when…
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Lorem Ipsum…
This week’s blog posting will explore a topic that has bugged Word People for hundreds of years. What is “Lorem Ipsum” anyway, and why do we use it in page layout? According to lipsum.com (and yes, there is a website devoted to this topic…who knew?): “Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and…
How to Get Started as a Content Developer
ProEdit created this practical guide to help you get started as a content developer—even if you’re starting from scratch. If you love words, enjoy learning new things, and take pride in helping others understand, this guide is for you. Introduction: From Lost to Word Person Back in 1980, I was a student at Mercer University.…
The 4 Bs of Customer Service: Life Changing Lessons Learned at the Happiest Place on Earth
How do you build a company where every single employee, even those performing the most menial of tasks, is dedicated, motivated, creative, innovative, passionate, and thirsty for knowledge and success? You create an environment where those qualities are encouraged and fostered. Disney accomplished that feat with Disney University and the Walt Disney World College Program…
Exploring Blackboard LMS: Features and Benefits
Learning management systems (LMSs) continue to play a vital role in corporate training and instructional design. One of the most established LMS platforms in both education and business is Blackboard LMS. While it originated in academic settings, Blackboard has evolved to meet the growing needs of professional training environments. So let’s explore the features and…
Comparing AICC, SCORM, and xAPI
You’ve likely come across terms like LMS, WBT, and CBT if you work in e-learning. But the real foundation of online training lies in the technical standards behind the scenes. So in this article we will be comparing AICC, SCORM, and xAPI standards. These standards help learning platforms track user activity. They record details like…
Ridiculous Things that People Say in Court
There is something about being in a courtroom that seems to activate the most foolish parts of the human brain. So without further ado, here are some of the most ridiculous things that people say in court. Enjoy them (or we’ll sentence you to 30 days in the hole)! Here are some examples: Lawyer: “Was that the…
Why Review Cycles Matter
Why review cycles matter comes down to one thing—for projects to succeed, they need clear, ongoing communication. Review cycles help us stay aligned with client goals and catch issues early. What is a review cycle? Review cycles can happen at different times. Sometimes they come after a draft is finished. Other times, they take place…
More Top Tips for Interviewing Instructional Designers
So, you’ve found a few promising candidates—now what? Interviewing instructional designers requires more than a list of generic questions. You want to dig deeper and discover how candidates think, solve problems, and communicate. Here are more tips on how to interview an instructional designer. In this part, we’ll walk through tips for preparing interview questions,…
Top Tips for Interviewing Instructional Designers
Need tips on interviewing and evaluating Instructional Designers? It’s not surprising. Hiring the right instructional designer is a big decision. Instructional design brings together writing, learning theory, visual design, and communication. Finding someone with the right mix of skills and experience can take time. At ProEdit, we’ve hired and worked alongside many instructional designers on…
History of Instructional Design: From Military Training to AI
Let’s explore the history of instructional design. Spoiler alert… it started with military training manuals, and now AI is shaping how we build smarter, faster learning systems. Instructional design didn’t start with software or online platforms. Its roots go back to the early 20th century, when educators and psychologists began thinking deeply about how people…
Planning a Technical Writing Project
Planning a technical writing project? Whether you’re a writer or managing a documentation team, starting with a clear documentation plan is a smart first step. This plan lays the foundation for your content and helps keep your entire project on track. A documentation plan gives an overview of the project from the writer’s point of…
Weird Facts about the English Language
You don’t have to look very far to find some real quirks in the English language. Here are some of our favorite English language peculiarities.
Ways to Break Writer’s Block
When your livelihood depends upon your ability to write, writer’s block is like a power outage. Your mind goes dark, and you have no idea when the lights will come back on. Here are 14 time-honored ways to break writer’s block: Bottom Line Writer’s block can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to last forever.…
Learning Management Systems: A 50,000-Foot View
A Learning Management System (LMS) is a smart way to manage your training programs. If you’re struggling to track who’s learning what—or how well—it may be time to look at an LMS. An LMS is software that tracks, delivers, and reports on training. It can manage in-person classes, e-learning, and on-the-job training. Most LMS platforms…
History of E-learning: From Overhead Projectors to AI
Let’s explore the history of e-learning. Spoiler alert…overhead projectors were cool, but what new AI-assisted e-learning platforms are helping us do these days is way cooler. E-learning didn’t start with apps, smartboards, or Zoom classes. Its roots go way back. Teaching with technology began long before computers were in classrooms. But just like technical writing,…
Text Artist Huy Lam
Vietnamese-born photographer and artist Huy Lam is a different kind of Word Person. He uses recurring words and phrases in tiny four-point type to create beautiful portraits of modern and historical icons. Check out some of the amazing work of text artist Huy Lam! Huy Lam’s version of Van Gogh’s famous self portrait looks pretty…
Wild St. Patrick’s Day Traditions
As you are enjoying your favorite wild St. Patrick’s Day traditions, you might enjoy reading about some of these. Erin go bragh! According to Discovery.com: Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade Hot Springs, Arkansas takes pride in hosting the shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade. All 98 feet of Bridge Street, which was named the shortest street in the…
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