Retry with Hints: Provide a second chance with helpful guidance
Learn from the miss—because the second try is where real growth begins.
What It Is
Retry with Hints gives learners a second (or third) chance to answer a question after an initial incorrect response—this time, with a helpful clue or prompt. Rather than simply marking the answer wrong, this interaction turns mistakes into learning opportunities by offering targeted support. It’s a low-stakes, high-feedback approach that promotes mastery over memorization.
When to Use It
- Reinforcing complex concepts in compliance or technical training
- Guiding learners through new processes or multi-step workflows
- Supporting skill-building in leadership, reasoning, or soft skills
- Encouraging confidence in early onboarding and foundational modules
- Helping learners reflect on why they missed a question—not just what they missed
Why It Works
- Supports formative learning by building confidence and competence
- Turns mistakes into learning moments, not penalties
- Boosts knowledge retention through repetition with support
- Encourages metacognitive thinking—“what should I have done differently?”
- Increases engagement by making challenges feel achievable
Impact Insight: Imagine your employees improving in real time—because instead of hitting a dead end, your training guided them through the next right step.
Examples in Action
- Healthcare: Missed a diagnosis? The second try includes a symptom summary
- Retail: Got a product scenario wrong? A hint reminds you of key features
- Finance: Entered the wrong calculation? Get a formula tip and try again
- Compliance: Chose the incorrect policy? A prompt highlights what to consider
Customization Options
- Custom hint text per question or per selected wrong answer
- Retry limits: unlimited, limited attempts, or optional
- Tailored feedback for each retry attempt
- Adaptive hints based on learner behavior or confidence levels
- Visual cues, pop-ups, or embedded links to reference materials
