The 10 Most Popular E-Learning Challenges of 2024

Looking to level up your e-learning skills in 2024 but not sure where to start? The weekly e-learning challenges are hands down one of the best ways to acquire new skills, expand your portfolio, and grow your professional network.

From software proficiency to instructional design and multimedia or graphic design, these weekly challenges offer designers at every skill level a chance to build better e-learning.

The 2025 challenges are already underway, but it’s never too late to reflect on the timeless e-learning examples fellow community members shared over the past year.

#1: Show Us What's in Your E-Learning Portfolio #451

Your e-learning portfolio shows off your skills and best work, making it easier to stand out and attract opportunities. Sharing what’s in it highlights your creativity and the value you bring to projects.

 

 

E-Learning Portfolios for 2024 #451: Challenge | Recap

#2: Using Interactive Dials in E-Learning #453

Interactive dials in e-learning let learners turn a dial to explore content in a unique, hands-on way. They’re great for making data or processes more engaging and easy to understand.

 

Using Dials in E-Learning #453: Challenge | Recap

#3: Using Tabs Interactions in E-Learning #448

Tabs interactions in e-learning make it easy to organize content into sections that learners can explore at their own pace.

2022 tabs examples | 2023 tabs examples

#4: How Can You Use This Motion Path Tip in Your E-Learning Projects? #445

Using the 0px motion path in Storyline lets you reuse a single object to create unlimited drag-and-drop opportunities. It’s a clever trick to save time, reduce complexity, and unlock endless creative possibilities in your interactions.

 

 

Using the 0px Motion Path Trick #445: Challenge | Recap

#5: Using Emphasis Animations to Grab Learners' Attention #449

Emphasis animations in e-learning help grab attention by highlighting key points or guiding learners to important content. They’re a simple way to make your course more engaging and visually clear.

 

 

Using Emphasis Animation in E-Learning #449: Challenge | Recap

#6: Show How You're Using AI to Create E-Learning Courses #452

Using AI in e-learning makes it easier to personalize content, automate tasks, and create more interactive experiences.

Using AI in E-Learning Design #452: Challenge | Recap

#7: How are Course Designers Using Labeled Graphics in E-Learning? #464

Labeled graphics let learners explore different parts of an image by clicking or hovering over labels. They’re a simple, interactive way to break down complex visuals and make content easier to understand.

 

 

Using Labeled Graphics in E-Learning #464: Challenge | Recap

#8: How are You Using Drag-and-Drop Interactions in E-Learning? #468

Drag-and-drop interactions make learning more engaging by letting users actively sort, match, or organize information.

 

 

Using Drag-and-Drop in E-Learning #468: Challenge | Recap

#9: Using Pantone's 2025 Color of the Year in E-Learning #487

Using Pantone’s Color of the Year in e-learning is a fantastic way to keep designs fresh and on-trend. It adds a modern touch and can make your course visuals more engaging and relevant.

Pantone 2025 Color of the Year in E-Learning: Challenge | Recap

#10: How Are Designers Using Toggle Buttons in E-Learning? #460

Toggle buttons let learners easily switch between two options, like on/off or show/hide, making content more interactive and easy to explore.

 

 

Toggle Buttons in E-Learning #460: Challenge | Recap

New to the E-Learning Challenges?

The weekly e-learning challenges are ongoing opportunities to learn, share, and build your e-learning portfolios. You can jump into any or all of the previous challenges anytime you want. I’ll update the recap posts to include your demos.

Learn more about the challenges in this Q&A post and why and how to participate in this helpful article.