The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

Welcome to the A-Z of Digital Learning, your comprehensive glossary of learning and eLearning terminology. Alternative text describing the content of an image on a website or in an eLearning course. Equipment, software, or a device which enables learners with disabilities to access eLearning and other content. A Accessibility.

Diversity Training 52

Diversity Training Compliance Training Digital Blended Learning 52

Experiencing eLearning

MAY 8, 2012

.” It’s a deliberately provocative title, meant to draw attention and cause controversy. A more accurate title would be “Some Games Aren’t Effective at Making People Remember Content,” but that’s a lot less likely to grab attention.

Teach 408

Teach Games Simulations Research 408

LearnDash

DECEMBER 1, 2014

A few internet searches will yield plenty of tips and tricks, but sometimes they can be too specific to a particular situation. Pay Attention to Design - Just because something is “cool” doesn’t always make it the best choice for your elearning design. Gamification is a perfect way to do this.

Tips 237

Tips Course Develop Beginner 237

LearnDash

JULY 6, 2016

Not every elearning course that you take is going to hold your attention. It certainly does not help that we often take these courses using our personal laptops or mobile device which means the internet (and our email) are only one click away. If the content is boring or delivered poorly then your mind will wander.

eLearning Strategy 150

eLearning Strategy eLearning Tips Instructional Design 150

Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Another common learning myth is the one referenced in the book title: “Humans have changed to having the attention span of a goldfish.” ” If you believe that, you’ll aim for minuscule chunks of learning, probably with lots of things flashing on the screen to hold your 8 seconds of attention. Buy the book.

Examples 124

Examples Summary Train Training 124

Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 24, 2020

Set a schedule Get dressed Pay attention to your natural rhythms Keep a To Do list. We have fiber internet a solid home wifi (good enough for video calls anywhere in the house). The post Working From Home during the Pandemic appeared first on Experiencing eLearning. Homeschooling while working. We have it relatively easy.

Write Blog 338

Write Blog Tips Internet Music 338

Upside Learning

APRIL 7, 2011

The more I look at this demographic they call ‘digital natives’, I find individuals who take the digital world the internet enables for granted. To these individuals, the internet and its data services are just as mundane as electricity and phones were to us in older generations. Digital natives have short attention spans.

Digital 279

Digital Virtual World Attention Internet 279

TOPYX LMS

MARCH 24, 2017

Thank you to our Guest Blogger spearhead eLearning. Elearning is described as the delivery of training or education through digital or electronic methods. With the ongoing development of the internet and the advancement in elearning technologies, the way in which learners learn will continue to evolve into the future.

Corporate eLearning 162

Corporate eLearning eLearning Strategy eLearning Association Learning Management System 162

eLearning Industry

JANUARY 22, 2021

If you have a good connection to the internet and a laptop or a computer, you can choose to study at your own pace. This post was first published on eLearning Industry. The advancements in technology are so fast and complex that now you can get an education from the comfort of your own home.

Attention 105

Attention Lesson Online Internet 105

eLearning Brothers

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Technology has been the common thread of Generation Z, the first group of humans who have had access to the internet since the day they were born. Just like their recreational activities, their educational experience has been scattered with smart devices, apps, online learning platforms, and other technological tools.

Attention 116

Attention Education System Internet 116

HexaLearn

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

eLearning is a rising star in the education system. But what makes eLearning the go-to way for younger generations? Let’s explore how multimedia-rich content has transformed and popularized eLearning. People want to see content that gives them a reason to stay, as the shorter attention span is a real deal.

Compliance Training 52

Compliance Training Simulations Case Study Corporate eLearning 52

Infopro Learning

MARCH 7, 2019

Keeping on top of trends is part of the eLearning job description. These trends are paving the way for the future of eLearning design and implementation. These trends are paving the way for the future of eLearning design and implementation. However, there are others that don’t seem to get their fair share of attention.

Diversity Training 287

Diversity Training Compliance Training Trends Online 287

LearnDash

DECEMBER 18, 2014

Whether you are creating a training program in a platform like Articulate Storyline, elearning plugin, or delivering your training live – it can all be quite draining. In the context of elearning, your online courses will benefit. Do something that requires your full attention like reading a book or playing a board game.

Articulate 183

Articulate Brain Internet Attention 183

TOPYX LMS

MARCH 22, 2017

Many eLearning designers know how to use color and graphics to create visually appealing online learning atmospheres that engage the mind. When designed well, and especially when it has been gamified, eLearning doesn’t feel like work; it feels like play or entertainment. Much eLearning is designed in story form.

Blended Learning 203

Blended Learning Online Learning LMS Online 203

Joitske Hulsebosch eLearning

MAY 30, 2022

The facililtator must divide attention across the room and online. You have to pay more attention to the chat and the screen and multitasking. There are many tips and tricks for a hybrid meeting on the internet, but which competencies do you need to develop? Pay attention to the nitty gritty. Now the day itself.

Develop 281

Develop Multitasking Photo Sound 281

Raptivity

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Such teaching mechanisms are effective in capturing learners’ attention. Note: do make sure to have an active Internet connection to access this link. Happy building eLearning interactions! Copy the shareable link. Insert this shareable link in the appropriate PowerPoint slide.

Raptivity 181

Raptivity PowerPoint Sample Examples 181

Paradiso

APRIL 9, 2023

With the rise of the internet and social media, businesses, organizations, and individuals increasingly rely on digital Content to reach their target audience and convey their messages. They require an internet connection and are typically offered as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model.

Authoring Tools 172

Authoring Tools Authoring Simulations Tools 172

Origin Learning

JUNE 29, 2016

Statistics show the latest trends of how technologies are enabling learning and development in organizations that are constantly paying attention to boost learning with the use of latest tools and technologies. According to Syndacast, next year, 74% of all internet traffic will be video ! Practical way. Collaborative learning possible.

Effectiveness 170

Effectiveness Blended Learning Predictions Internet 170

LearnDash

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Some of these key phrases will be more important to you than others, but they should all be relevant terms for your elearning business. Most importantly of all, a learner who is searching the Internet for an answer needs your article to provide it. Now do two things with that list: 1. People want your answer to get to the point!”

Compliance Training 279

Compliance Training Tips Write Blog Course 279

Kineo

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

So, I know you've probably only just got over the news that Microsoft were dropping support for Windows XP - but I'm afraid to say I've got more bad news for you on that front: Microsoft is ending support for all previous versions of Internet Explorer, except for the most recent IE11 version.

Microsoft 100

Microsoft Calendar News Version 100

Kineo

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

So, I know you've probably only just got over the news that Microsoft were dropping support for Windows XP - but I'm afraid to say I've got more bad news for you on that front: Microsoft is ending support for all previous versions of Internet Explorer, except for the most recent IE11 version.

Microsoft 100

Microsoft Calendar News Version 100

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

When the Internet was in its early days, websites would often look just like a document: whole paragraphs of text with headings, filling the screen from side to side.     The same is true with eLearning. eLearning is not just an online representation of what we would do in the classroom. . 

Classroom 80

Classroom eLearning Bloom Taxonomy 80

E-Learning Provocateur

MARCH 10, 2014

We have the tools at our disposal – from the camera on our smartphones to a plethora of free editing software downloadable from the internet. instructional design motivation multimedia authentic barriers challenges Chris Bessell-Browne compliance DIY e-learning elearning engagement fear relevance scenarios training video'

Compliance Training 189

Compliance Training Compliance Camera Comparison 189

BrainCert

JULY 4, 2022

In the midst of our collective journey toward development, let's take a closer look at the eLearning trends that will shape up to the year 2022. Are you ready to begin your eLearning journey with a trusted solution ? Businesses are now implementing eLearning with the latest trends to gain an optimal ROI.

Cloud Computing 98

Cloud Computing eLearning Strategy eLearning Virtual World 98

TOPYX LMS

JULY 14, 2016

According to eLearning Industry’s contributor Asha Pandey, micro learning consists of “ short, 3- to 5-minute focused learning nugget(s)…designed to meet a specific learning outcome.” Another way it fosters information recall is by catering to the average employee’s short attention span. What’s the culprit behind this phenomenon?

Micro-Learning 170

Micro-Learning Blended Learning Corporate eLearning Train 170

Learnnovators

APRIL 2, 2023

She’s worked at small startups, mid-sized training companies, boutique elearning shops, and as a freelance instructional designer. And it wasn’t until 2004 when Articulate Studio first came out that I became aware of the presence of rapid and “easy to use” elearning development tools. In person was just the way it was done.

CD-ROM 278

CD-ROM Authoring Tools Instructional Design Instructional 278

TOPYX LMS

JULY 18, 2017

Company decision makers and eLearning experts are finding that mobile learning is the future of L&D/corporate training. This isn’t because employees don’t care about training or are defiant; they just don’t have time in their busy schedules to give training the attention it deserves. The question is “why?” Read on to find answers.

Mobile Learning 209

Mobile Learning Mobile LMS Learning Management System 209

LearnDash

JANUARY 16, 2018

Furthermore, most of us understand how difficult it is to communicate emotion over the Internet. And while it’s often easy for instructors to pick up on non-verbal cues in a classroom situation that might indicate a learner is disengaged or struggling, the Internet does not provide the same feedback loop.

Learner 187

Learner Help Course Gamification 187

Tesseract Learning

DECEMBER 10, 2020

” Microlearning can be used as one of the primary modes of training delivery for some learning programs or just before an eLearning or VILT session, or a few days after the formal training as a reinforcement of key learnings to help the learners remember the concepts well. This article was originally published on eLearning Industry.

Trends 139

Trends Virtual Classroom eLearning Strategy microlearning 139

Ed App

AUGUST 30, 2021

Last year, the eLearning industry was abruptly disrupted as a result of the pandemic. EdApp is a leader in eLearning. Ninety-five percent of eLearning professionals prefer delivering microlearning, rather than day-long seminars, because their learners prefer it. Source: eLearning Infographics ). Source: eLearning Guild ).

Statistics 97

Statistics Blended Learning Corporate eLearning Brandon Hall 97

eLearning Industry

MAY 23, 2018

According to a study by Microsoft, our attention spans are now less than 8 seconds. Instead, people have turned to the internet to find quick solutions to their problems. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

microlearning 102

microlearning Effectiveness Microsoft Internet 102

learnWorlds

DECEMBER 27, 2022

The future looks very bright for eLearning. In fact, the eLearning market is predicted to grow by upwards of 200% between 2020 and 2025, with a high peak already happening during the Covid-19 pandemic. This will not come as a surprise, as the industry has already begun making moves that will help their businesses succeed. 9 AR and VR.

Compliance Training 132

Compliance Training Trends Blended Learning Augmented Reality 132

LearnDash

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

There are limits to the amount of personal attention an instructor can devote to any student, and the larger that course becomes, the faster that limit is met. However, while the ability to automatically deliver content to a large number of learners at once has obvious benefits for running an online business, it can leave learners behind.

Facebook 249

Facebook Social Networks IBM Games 249

Web Courseworks

MARCH 7, 2018

Our ability to find what we need to learn on the Internet is ubiquitous; so much so that 70% of employees will turn to Google before their company learning files*. Include an author or speakers’ bio page “ eLearning leaders at Allen Communications prefer you not slice and dice recorded presentations.

microlearning 106

microlearning Wikipedia Micro-Learning Exercise 106

Tesseract Learning

JANUARY 13, 2022

This article will look at how organizations can do that and what the key eLearning trends are for 2022. eLearning Trends For 2022. For ease of understanding, we shall review the eLearning trends to watch out for in 2022 under two headings: Organization driven trends Learner driven trends. Organization Led Or Driven Trends.

Trends 105

Trends Blended Learning eLearning Strategy microlearning 105

TalentLMS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

No matter the reason, these eLearning quotes will help you understand how important and beneficial online learning can be for any organization. eLearning quotes from eLearning experts. We reached out to eLearning experts to provide us with their take on online training. There are three main categories. ” Dr.

Expert 98

Expert eLearning Consultant Corporate eLearning eLearning 98

Elucidat

APRIL 5, 2024

With most learners rating their organization’s online training as fair to poor, elearning engagement has become the elephant in the room. It’s time to create elearning that hooks your audience, nails your learning goals, and leaves them hungry for more. What is elearning engagement? Elearning engagement isn’t any different.

Content 98

Content eLearning Quiz Poll 98