Experiencing eLearning

MAY 23, 2023

Sometimes I use simulations to practice in a more realistic environment. We can make the practice more effective and efficient by providing feedback that helps learners make better decisions. How do you respond when stakeholders ask you to measure how fast learners respond to questions? Fluency requires lots and lots of practice.

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Train Training Performance Support Simulations 439

Kapp Notes

DECEMBER 15, 2013

I am kicking off another blog book tour and am excited to be able to “go” on another tour. We are starting it today as ASTD and I kick-off a 10+ stop blog book tour for the ASTD co-published book The Gamification of Learning and Instruction Fieldbook: Theory into Practice. The book is available at the ASTD Book Store.

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Theory Gamification Blogging Case Study 268

Upside Learning

JANUARY 6, 2011

We have pulled these up based on social signals (views, comments, twitter and more). 10 Common Misconceptions About User Experience Design. 30 Top Online Resources For Instructional Designers To Keep Up With. 3 Reasons To Focus On Media Design In Learning. 3 Reasons To Focus On Media Design In Learning.

Custom eLearning Development 252

Custom eLearning Development eLearning Strategy Augmented Reality eLearning 252

Kapp Notes

MAY 18, 2012

As the The Gamification of Learning and Instruction Blog Book Tour has been underway, another interesting discussion has been occurring in the learning blogosphere. All current reviews of adequately designed and peer-reviewed research have found NO learning or motivational benefits from games.

Teach 270

Teach Games Simulations Cognitive 270

Spark Your Interest

MAY 5, 2025

More and more organizations are outsourcing their training to learning development companies. But what can you expect when you search for a training partner? Using the example of Spark + Co., Spark + Co. has developed a unique but proven approach and process. has developed a unique but proven approach and process.

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Custom eLearning Development Blended Learning Compliance Training Instructional Design 100

Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Clark Quinn’s book Millennials, Goldfish & Other Training Misconceptions: Debunking Learning Myths and Superstitions lines up a bunch of learning myths and then knocks them down, one by one. The book is divided into three main sections, plus some intro on the science of learning and a conclusion. Learning Myths.

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Examples Summary Training Train 127

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 11, 2011

Here is some information that I have discussed before but it is worth repeating, as interface and instructional designers, keep in mind this interactive, engaging interface design technique. Research indicates that a conversational style is much more effective for conveying content to learners than a more formal style.

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Conversation Games Interactive Version 252

Learning Visions

DECEMBER 13, 2011

These are my live blogged notes from December 13, 2011: eLearning Guild Thought Leaders Webinar Ruth Clark and Richard Mayer’s book e-Learning and the Science of Instruction: Proven Guidelines for Consumers and Designers of Multimedia Learning – now in its 3rd edition. But now we’re talking more about cognitive load.

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Cognitive Instructional Instruction Virtual Classroom 222

Upside Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

iPad takes centre stage once again as it gains increasing foothold in education, with educators touting it as one of the must-have technologies and students preferring it over hardcover books. Incorporating what we understand about the role of surprise can help us overcome several common challenges in e-Learning design.

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Media Learning Technologies iPad Technology 254

Kapp Notes

MAY 18, 2012

As the The Gamification of Learning and Instruction Blog Book Tour has been underway, another interesting discussion has been occurring in the learning blogosphere. All current reviews of adequately designed and peer-reviewed research have found NO learning or motivational benefits from games.

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Teach Games Simulations Cognitive 239

Making Change

JUNE 24, 2013

Well, maybe 20 percent of them do. “Survey after survey has repeatedly shown that the proportion of business leaders who are satisfied with their learning function’s performance is around 20 percent,” write the authors of a recent article in The European Business Review. Business leaders love their L&D departments!

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Survey Evalution Calendar Instructional Design 259

Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 31, 2015

12+ Books for Instructional Designers. Learning Experience Design: A Better Title Than Instructional Design? 20+ More Books for Instructional Designers. What does an instructional designer do? Instructional Design Hourly Rates and Salary.

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Instructional Design Write Blog PowerPoint Captivate 170

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 31, 2012

One page design for a learning game created during the workshop. Three workshop attendees hard are work on their game design. Three workshop attendees hard are work on their game design. See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Simulating instructional roles through pedagogical agents.

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DevLearn Simulations Resources Comparison 242

TalentLMS

APRIL 2, 2024

In the realm of workplace learning, L&D and Instructional Design work together like a lock and key. And Instructional Design shapes learning experiences that unlock new skills. Yet, instructional design often gets boxed into eLearning development—as if it’s only about churning out online courses.

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Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Conversation 40

Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 13, 2019

Scenario examples for training – Learn instructional design for the workplace from Cathy Moore A collection of example scenarios from multiple sources, built in multiple tools. Cathy describes each scenario and asks questions to help you reflect about the design. Paid plans start at £20/ month. Scenarios for Learning.

eLearning Strategy 48

eLearning Strategy Cognitive Diigo Summary 48

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 23, 2013

And then presenting on Five Things that Instructional Designers can Learn from Game Designers. Five Things Game Designers Can Teach eLearning Designers from Karl Kapp. Here are the five elements of thinking like a game designer. Here are the slides and some resources from my presentation. References. [1]

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DevLearn Games Resources Design 191

Kapp Notes

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Companies Mentioned Designing Digitally. GameMaker (simple basic game design, but requires some programming and creativity). See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Simulating instructional roles through pedagogical agents. Simulating Instructional Roles through Pedagogical Agents.

Simulations 209

Simulations Resources Conference Comparison 209

Performance Learning Productivity

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

(a version of this article was originally written as background for an #OzLearn chat held on Twitter, 11th November 2014) The Power of Embedded Learning A common finding that has emerged from study after study over the past few years is that learning which is embedded in work seems to be more effective than learning away from work.

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Benefits Instructional Design Performance Support Study 250

Spark Your Interest

JULY 13, 2021

Here we give you 19 expert instructional design tips so that you can benefit and create a great Thinkific course. Currently, Thinkific supports online learning for over 50,000-course creators in 190 countries and in 20+ languages. Thinkific empowers entrepreneurs and small businesses to create online courses. What Is Thinkific?

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Authoring Tools Benefits Business Cognitive 285

Knowledge Guru

AUGUST 29, 2017

for corporate learning games will be over 20% between 2017 – 2022 and about 35% globally with the U.S. for corporate learning games will be over 20% between 2017 – 2022 and about 35% globally with the U.S. When learning games go small there are four quadrants of design skills involved. So it is with learning games.

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Games Design Player Cognitive 204

Kapp Notes

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

For more information on content and structural gamification, click HERE. Primarily used in content gamification, working together to overcome a challenge or solve a mystery is a method of adding game elements to instruction. The more individuals work together, the more they are able to achieve. Volume 20, No.

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Gamification Case Study Cognitive Games 229

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 25, 2012

Training Magazine Presentation: Gamification of Learning & Instruction from Karl Kapp. Companies Mentioned Designing Digitally. See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Simulating instructional roles through pedagogical agents. Simulating Instructional Roles through Pedagogical Agents.

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Simulations Resources Conference Comparison 200

Kapp Notes

FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Five Things Game Designers Can Teach eLearning Designers from Karl Kapp. Here are the five elements of thinking like a game designer. Give Learners Choices Also related is to Create Multiple Levels of Entry into Your Instruction. Retrieval Practice alone can provide improved recall performance by as much as 10-20%.[2]

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Slides Informal Resources Diversity Training 175

Kapp Notes

JANUARY 22, 2014

Unfortunately, the weather here in Pennsylvania did not cooperate with my desire to head to Las Vegas to talk about game design. Here is some information on thinking like a game designer. Improve Training: Thinking Like a Game Designer. Here is Chapter One of “The Gamification of Learning and Instruction.”

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Slides Simulations Resources Comparison 203

learnWorlds

MARCH 30, 2022

Before Adam started working at Slack, he worked as a Content Developer, Instructional Designer, Community & Customer Education Director for Optimizely, Checkr, Kasasa and Enspire Learning. Services: Curriculum/instructional design. In the study, companies utilizing customer education reported: A 6.2 CE Communities.

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Expert Custom Education Social Networks 52

Kapp Notes

MARCH 22, 2013

GameMaker (simple basic game design, but requires some programming and creativity). See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Simulating instructional roles through pedagogical agents. Simulating Instructional Roles through Pedagogical Agents. Here I am with Erik. A well played game by both teams.

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ASTD Simulations Authoring Tools Comparison 195

Spark Your Interest

JULY 16, 2020

Since Covid-19 people are now more familiar with some of the benefits of online learning. Some of the benefits, however, are much more obvious than others. While most writers on the topic list 5 or 6 of the obvious benefits of online learning there are many more. You don’t have to book training rooms, travel or accommodation.

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Online Learning Benefits Online Internationalization 243

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 3, 2012

Companies Mentioned Designing Digitally. See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Simulating instructional roles through pedagogical agents. Simulating Instructional Roles through Pedagogical Agents. Here is the video I showed during the presentation. Enspire Learning. EduNeering Zombies Run.

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Simulations Resources Comparison Games 187

Kapp Notes

MAY 17, 2013

Sharon Boller, Steve Boller and Leanne Batchelder from Bottom Line Performance co-presented a workshop on game design and here are the slides and some other resources related to the workshop which you may find helpful. Learning Game Design Workshop from Karl Kapp. See more research at the Stanford Virtual Human Interaction Lab.

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ASTD Slides Simulations Comparison 175

Upside Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2010

50 Ways To Use Wikis For A More Collaborative And Interactive Classroom. Wikis are an exceptionally useful tool for getting students more involved in curriculum. 20 Sites For Young Learners. 10 Books Of Visual Ideas. Here are some book recommendations you might find intriguing. Read it here. Let’s Play!

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Social Networks Wiki Learning Technologies Technology 199

Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Here are my session recaps from two days at ATDTK23: TUESDAY – February 6, 2023 Opening Keynote – Limitless: Supercharge Your Brain to Learn Faster and Remember More (Jim Kwik) Touted as a “world-renowned brain coach”, Jim Kwik is on a mission to help people get more out of learning and productivity. F = Forget. A = Active.

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Summary Conference Knowledge Virtual Classroom 215

Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 9, 2024

Surprisingly, I feel like I have more to write about now than I did after one year of blogging. This image was created in Playground AI and edited with Affinity Designer. If you see several people commenting on a topic, that’s a sign people are interested in learning more. My ideas for posts come from several sources.

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Ideas Blogging Write Blog Pattern 221

Kapp Notes

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

If you are thinking about being more adventurous in your teaching, think about gamifying some of your instruction. Start small and then add more and more game elements. ” It will help you think through the gamification process and to create meaningful gamified instruction. Here is a sneak peak. White, R.W.

Resources 159

Resources Cognitive Journal Poll 159

SweetRush

MARCH 17, 2023

But, just as the cost of building a small addition versus an entire home varies, so too does the cost (and time it takes) to design and build a custom eLearning solution. We likened creating a custom eLearning solution to designing and building a house. There are just so many different factors to consider. But that’s not all!

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Custom eLearning Development Cost Solution Custom 52

Learnnovators

AUGUST 15, 2014

We have also been trying to leverage the power of emerging technologies for designing and developing cost effective and powerful performance support solutions. .” – Clive Shepherd (in our interview with him). “ Read on for more interesting and thought provoking findings. Survey/Research Results.

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Corporate eLearning Change Blended Learning eLearning Consultant 173

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 29, 2012

Here is a link to information about Stone Librande and his“One-Page Design” concept. Here is a link to his slides from the 2010 Game Developer’s Conference related to the one page game design document. Here is a link to his slides from the 2010 Game Developer’s Conference related to the one page game design document.

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Resources Simulations Comparison Slides 155

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Research indicates that a conversational style is much more effective for conveying content to learners than a more formal style. It turns out that participants in the conversational group produced between 20% and 46% more solutions to transfer problems than the group who was presented content with formal language. [1].

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Simulations Conversation Games Create 177