How do you keep virtual learners engaged?

Keeping virtual learners engaged requires intentional design for interaction, energetic facilitation, and purposeful use of virtual platform tools.

Engagement in virtual learning doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built into the design and delivery. Facilitators should ask questions frequently, use tools like polls, chat, and whiteboards, and vary their voice and pacing. Using the InQuire Engagement Framework® ensures learners stay emotionally, intellectually, and environmentally engaged.

Engagement Strategies:

• Inquiry-Based Approach: Ask frequent questions to prompt interaction.
• Platform Tools: Use polls, whiteboards, annotations, and breakouts with intention.
• Facilitator Presence: Deliver with energy, enthusiasm, and vocal variation.

Additional Resources:

• Blog: Introducing the Enhanced InQuire Engagement Framework®
• Blog: 5 Facilitation Strategies to Elevate Engagement in Hybrid Training
• Blog: Strategies for Flexible and Engaging Hybrid Training Programs
• Whitepaper: InQuire Engagement Framework™