Transforming enterprise learning through a seamless Adaptive Learning integration

Drillster and eSkillz built a Drillster connector for the Cornerstone LMS, a breakthrough in enterprise learning technology, delivering a seamless integration between adaptive microlearning and traditional learning management systems. Our powerful API-based solution automates the entire learning workflow, from user enrollment to performance reporting, while maintaining the adaptive learning advantages that make knowledge stick.

Built through close collaboration between Drillster and eSkillz, this connector is already delivering measurable value across multiple organizations, particularly in industries where top-of-mind knowledge, compliance, and operational readiness are mission-critical.

Key Business Advantages

• Eliminate administrative overhead
  Transform manual, time-consuming processes into automated workflows. Learning administrators no longer need to manually assign modules, track completions, or update learner statuses. The entire process, from user enrollment to performance reporting, runs automatically, consistently and securely.

• Maximize learning impact at scale
  Combine the proven effectiveness of Drillster’s adaptive learning methodology with the enterprise-grade infrastructure of Cornerstone LMS. Users benefit from spaced repetition and adaptive algorithms without leaving their familiar LMS environment.

• Ensure data integrity and compliance
  Maintain a single source of truth with real-time synchronization between platforms. Built-in data encryption, and comprehensive logging ensure your learning data meets the highest security standards.

• Accelerate time-to-competency
  Adaptive learning algorithms continuously adjust to each learner’s progress, focusing on knowledge gaps and reinforcing retention. Real-time proficiency tracking enables immediate intervention when performance drops below defined thresholds.

Core features and capabilities

The core features include user management, single sign-on authentication, embedded Drillster content players, real-time data synchronization and dynamic course creation.  

1. Unified account management

Seamlessly manages user lifecycles with Cornerstone LMS as the authoritative source

• Automated user provisioning: Creates, updates, and deactivates accounts across both platforms
• Role synchronization: Automatically assigns appropriate permissions in Drillster based on LMS roles
• Group management: Dynamically assigns users to Drillster groups based on LMS course enrollments
• Lifecycle automation: Handles the complete user journey from onboarding to offboarding

2. Single Sign-On (SSO) Authentication

Provides frictionless access to adaptive learning content, while maintaining enterprise security standards.

• OAuth 2.0 implementation: Industry-standard security protocols
• Seamless user experience: Users access Drillster content without additional login steps
• Automatic redirection: Returns users to LMS interface after completing Drillster activities
• Session management: Maintains secure, synchronized sessions across platforms

3. Embedded Drillster player integration

Increases learning completion rates by maintaining users in familiar environments while delivering superior adaptive learning experiences.

• Native content embedding: Drillster players (drills, tests, courses) launch directly within Cornerstone
• Contextual access management: Controls content visibility based on LMS permissions and enrollments
• Multi-format support: Handles various content types including microlearning drills, tests, and comprehensive courses

4. Real-time data synchronization

Ensures learning progress and proficiency data flows seamlessly between platforms

• Live progress tracking: Updates completion status and proficiency scores in real-time
• Automated transcript updates: Records achievements directly in LMS transcripts and dashboards
• Intelligent content mapping: Links Drillster exercises to corresponding LMS learning objects
• Performance alerting: Triggers notifications when proficiency drops below defined thresholds

5. Dynamic Course Creation

Automatically creates LMS learning objects for new Drillster content, eliminating the manual effort of content catalog management while ensuring comprehensive learning records.

• Metadata synchronization: Imports titles, descriptions, and learning objectives from Drillster
• Automatic cataloging: Creates properly categorized learning objects in LMS structure
• Transcript integration: Links new objects to user transcripts for comprehensive reporting

Technical Architecture

Robust integration framework

• API-first design: Leverages native APIs from both Drillster and Cornerstone LMS
• Event-driven architecture: Responds to real-time Challenge notification triggers across both platforms
• Scalable infrastructure: Supports organizations from hundreds to tens of thousands of users
• Webhook integration: Enables immediate data synchronization and status updates

Enterprise security standards

• GDPR compliance: Built-in privacy protection and data handling protocols
• End-to-end encryption: Protects data in transit and at rest
• Comprehensive audit logging: Maintains detailed records of all system interactions
• Role-based access control: Ensures proper permissions across integrated platform