AI in Training: How to Use Google NotebookLM for Course Creation

Artificial intelligence is transforming education and training. Our AI in Training series explores practical tools that simplify workflows for trainers and L&D professionals. Each episode examines a popular tool—its features, strengths, and limitations.

In this episode, we explore Google NotebookLM, a tool designed to help professionals collate, curate, and transform raw content into structured training resources.

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The Challenge: Efficient Course Development

A major challenge for learning designers is the time required to develop professional course materials. Gathering documents, drafting lesson plans, and creating resources like podcasts and study guides can take weeks.

While many AI tools generate content from generic data, NotebookLM uses your specific sources, reducing inaccuracies and making it easier to tailor courses to your audience.

Google NotebookLM addresses this by allowing you to "ground" the AI in your own materials, generating tailored outputs such as schedules, scripts, podcasts, and reports.

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Google NotebookLM in Action

Watch the walkthrough from our AI in Training series, where we build a time management course using Google NotebookLM.

Why This Matters for Learning Professionals

NotebookLM demonstrates how AI can accelerate course creation while keeping you in control of the source material. Instead of starting from scratch, you can:

• Upload your own documents and data
• Curate information for relevance
• Generate multiple learning resources from a single source
• Save time while producing accurate, professional content

For L&D teams, this means less time spent on manual development and more time for coaching and learner engagement. This isn't about replacing trainers; it's about equipping them with smarter tools to enhance their impact.

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A Powerful Alternative: Open eLMS Learning Generator

At Open eLMS, we believe AI should empower professionals to create engaging, multimodal courses quickly. That’s why we developed the Open eLMS Learning Generator.

With a single prompt or document upload, the Learning Generator instantly produces a professional e-learning course—complete with video presenters, quizzes, animations, and voiceovers. You can edit content online and export it as a SCORM package, PowerPoint, or video. Soon, you’ll also be able to export courses as podcasts or interactive games.

Try the Learning Generator free with 2,000 free tokens and see how AI can streamline your course development.

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