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Embedding Learning in Work: The Benefits and Challenges

Performance Learning Productivity

(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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eLearning Conferences 2013

Tony Karrer

https://ssih.org/events/imsh-2013-central January 26-31, 2013 International Conference on Current Trends in Theory and Practice of Computer Science , 39 th , Špindler?v link] February 21-24, 2013 International Conference on Computer Graphics Theory and Applications (GRAPP), 8th, Barcelona, Spain. v Mlýn , Czech Republic.

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5 Milestones in the History of Neuroscience

KnowledgeOne

First coined in the 1960s, the term “neuroscience” refers to the scientific study of the nervous system, including our fascinating brain, from its most fundamental aspects, such as molecules and cells, to the integrative dimensions that underlie our cognitive and behavioural functions. Cajal’s colossal contribution.

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2 Things Good Leaders Do to Create a Great Workplace

Infopro Learning

” Articles and books abound in providing theories, research results and outcomes on productivity and profitability, motivating us to put certain practices into place. 2014, Penguin Group. We all want to work in a great place. In our current 2016 jargon, this also is called striving for a “culture of employee engagement.”

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Can Learning Management Systems Foster Experiential Knowledge in the Workplace?

TOPYX LMS

I could have just lectured about theories and research findings related to jury decision making. They might be more motivated to think carefully about relevant theories and research findings. In 2014, the Huffington Post published a fascinating article providing proof of the effectiveness of video-based learning. million words.

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Virtual reality for pain management

KnowledgeOne

Goldman explain how virtual reality affects pain, and not just the fear of it: “The theory behind VR’s role in reducing not only anxiety but also pain is related to the limited attention span of human beings. 2014; Hoffman et al., 2014; Shahrbanian et al., 2008; Hoffman et al., 2011 and Lagnado L.

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How to Draw Attention in Video Lectures

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They decrease the competition in our brains between relevant and irrelevant information and also reduce unnecessary cognitive load. Together, the results are consistent with the social presence theory. According to this theory, social cues provided by the instructor are assumed to activate the learner’s learning engagement.

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