Boost Course Engagement with Acadle’s ‘Lock-In (Days)’ Feature

Creating urgency and engagement is one of the biggest success factors in any LMS. When learners feel a sense of time-bound commitment, they’re more likely to stay focused, complete their lessons, and make real progress.
That’s exactly what Acadle’s ‘Lock-In (Days)’ feature helps you achieve.
By setting a time limit on course access, you can drive learner action and increase course completion—without adding pressure. It’s a simple but powerful way to create momentum in your academy.
What is ‘Lock-In (Days)’?
The ‘Lock-In (Days)’ feature allows you to restrict access to a course after a specific number of days from enrollment. Once that time is up, the course becomes unavailable.
This pushes learners to prioritize their learning and stay on track—no more dropping off halfway or postponing indefinitely.
It’s especially effective for:
- Short-term bootcamps
- Time-sensitive challenges
- Promotional course campaigns
- Microlearning programs
By giving learners a clear timeframe, you help them make progress faster and with greater commitment.
Why Use Time-Limited Access?
Creates a Sense of Urgency
Time-limited access encourages learners to act now instead of later. This small nudge can significantly increase motivation.
Improves Learning Discipline
Knowing that access will expire pushes learners to follow through without unnecessary delays.
Boosts Completion Rates
Courses with deadlines are more likely to be completed. Learners feel the need to finish before their time runs out.
Drives Promotional Campaigns
Running a limited-time course offer? ‘Lock-In (Days)’ fits perfectly by ensuring learners complete the course within your promotion window.
Best Practices to Get the Most Out of It
✔️ Match the Duration to the Course Type
Use 5 to 7 days for short courses and up to 30 days for detailed programs.
✔️ Inform Learners Upfront
Let learners know the course has a time limit in the introduction, so they’re prepared to commit.
✔️ Use Countdown Timers or Reminders
Create urgency by displaying a countdown or sending periodic reminders as the deadline approaches.
Start Using ‘Lock-In (Days)’ Today
This feature is easy to activate and instantly creates a more focused, high-engagement learning environment. Whether you’re building a quick-start program or a time-limited challenge, ‘Lock-In (Days)’ adds structure and motivation—two key elements of learning success.
Create urgency. Improve engagement. And drive real results in your academy.
Try it now in Acadle!