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Learning Design isn’t for the wimpy

Clark Quinn

Model-based and systems thinking help immensely. That’s what I typically do, as my deep expertise is in learning design, but fortunately I’m eternally curious (used to lie on the floor with a volume of the World Book spread out in front of me).

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How to get everyone to write like Ernest Hemingway

Making Change

Use strong verbs instead of wimpy “is.” “Seventh grade” means different things in different cultures, while the reading ease score isn’t tied to the US educational system. Quick ways to increase your score and sound like a human being. Say “you” and “we.”

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The Case for eLearning in the Workplace

TOPYX LMS

Compared to traditional learning, microlearning may seem a little wimpy. By launching a cloud-based eLearning system. A social learning management system is a great tool. This differs from traditional learning situations. In those situations, students may read huge amounts of textbook pages in one sitting.

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The Case for Self-Paced Learning in the Workplace

TOPYX LMS

Compared to a traditional learning situation in which students may read huge amounts of textbook pages in one sitting, microlearning may seem a little wimpy. One way companies can implement a self-paced learning program is by launching a cloud-based eLearning system. These are all examples of microlearning.

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How to Write the Perfect Learning Objective

OpenSesame

And clients don’t want wimpy objectives. Wimpy objectives use what are considered to be weak verbs. C (Condition) is “Given a complete copy of the manual on Instructional Systems Design.”. One of the most essential and challenging components to designing training is creating the learning objective. What’s the program objective?”

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Effective Communication Training- The Three Most Important Words

OpenSesame

No wimpy stuff, here. Your users’ information will be tracked in your learning management system. You know those jokes speakers start off with? That’s to get your attention. Intention —A speaker has to project themselves into the audience. Even a gesture can do this if done properly. Create your account to get started.