Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 30, 2019

” They want a long explanation of the history of changes to a regulation, or the biography of the person who developed the theory, or descriptions of a bunch of rare situations that are outside of the scope of the current project. Seductive Details. However, this can actually depress learning.

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Upside Learning

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Over time, I realized that most Instructional Design theories are rooted in common sense. However, as Instructional Design beginners, we are so overawed by these theories that we fail to understand the simple principles behind them. Methods for grabbing the learners’ attention: ? What is Motivational Design? Confidence.

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CommLab India

MAY 3, 2017

If your goal is not to put your learners to sleep, then you should consider designing courses, paying careful attention to the Cognitive Load theory. According to this theory, information retention is effective, as long as it doesn’t overwhelm the mental capacity of learners. Overloading the course with information.

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LearnDash

JUNE 4, 2014

There is a lot of theory out there regarding the best ways to accomplish this, often times making the entire process seem rather complicated. Black and white charts with various Clipart images aren’t going to do any favors with regards to attention span. Reference: DigitalChalk. instructional design'

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Adobe Captivate

JANUARY 17, 2017

In this post, I’d like to focus our attention on the theory side of things. In particular, a topic whose importance in the eLearning arena was really brought to my attention by a colleague of mine named Jim Garland. Welcome back, Cadets, and Happy New Year! So let’s get started. That leaves us with cognitive up-shift.

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Kapp Notes

JANUARY 27, 2014

If you want to have effective learning engagement, in gamification or any type of learning, you need to consider carefully how to grab and hold the learner’s attention. References: Gibson, J.T., Instructional-design theories and models: Vol. Instructional-design theories and models: Vol. Reigeluth, A. Merrill, D.

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

A term to describe adult learning theory. There are four elements to motivating eLearning course learners: gaining attention, making it relevant, developing confidence and attaining satisfaction. Refers to collections of data that are too large or complex to be processed using traditional applications. Andragogy. Behaviourism.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

As an instructional designer/eLearning professional, what books are the essential tools in your reference library ? Im not looking for the obtuse theory books. Can I, um, have your attention, please? Theory vs. Application in Instructional Design: On. I prefer the get-down-and-dirty variety. These are my current faves.

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LearnUpon

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

ARCS (Attention Relevance Confidence Satisfaction). Keller’s ARCS model of motivation stands for Attention, Relevance, Confidence, and Satisfaction. A small unit of a larger piece of learning content is referred to as a chunk. Face to face training refers to the in-person elements of instructor-led training.

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Infopro Learning

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

We have to read up on all the latest software, strategies, gadgets, and theories to create the most powerful eLearning content for our modern learners. Specifically, those on the forefront of eLearning technologies or theories, such as experienced Instructional Designers who have the inside scoop about upcoming software or eLearning topics.

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B Online Learning

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Research into our cognitive architecture has lead to the development of Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) and related guidelines which, when applied, results in more efficient learning. It’s evidence based, there’s been lots of studies and experiments to test the theory. This will reduce split attention. References.

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Learning with e's

MAY 21, 2014

This is the third in my blog series on major learning theories. My plan is to work through the alphabet of psychologists and provide a brief overview of their theories, and how each can be applied in education. Today, we explore the work of Albert Bandura on social learning theory. Reference Bandura, A. These were: 1.

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Clark Quinn

MAY 3, 2012

Finally, Cathy Davidson’s written Now You See It , a book that takes an attentional phenomena and builds a strong case for more closely matching learning and work to how we really think. (I Her point is that what and how we pay attention does not reflect our current schooling systems nor our traditional work environments.

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The Performance Improvement Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2010

Organizations, as well as children, can have ADD (attention deficit disorder)? Do your managers have trouble keeping their attention focused on new performance-improvement initiatives? Wally Bock aptly describes this phenomenon in reference to a client who worked in an ADD organization.

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Learnkit

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

These thoughts can be true for some, but if elearning is presented effectively, with the learner’s attention span in mind, we can see a shift in this ideology. To curb learners from being distracted, elearning needs to be designed to grasp the learner’s attention. Attention is built on three components: memory, interest, and awareness.

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Infopro Learning

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

We have to read up on all the latest software, strategies, gadgets, and theories to create the most powerful eLearning content for our modern learners. Specifically, those on the forefront of eLearning technologies or theories, such as experienced Instructional Designers who have the inside scoop about upcoming software or eLearning topics.

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Learning with e's

MAY 25, 2014

This is number 6 in my blog series on major learning theories. My plan is to work through the alphabet of psychologists and provide a brief overview of their theories, and how each can be applied in education. In the last post we examined the work of Craik and Lockhart on Levels of Processing theory. London: Harper and Row.

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Learning Visions

MAY 1, 2007

A list of important books, key terminology, basic theory. And, more importantly, you can improve your design when you understand the theory. (Im Im not a big theory person. Im not saying that these theories are right or wrong -- but they get tossed about and referred to with great relish by some in the industry.

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E-Learning Provocateur

JULY 12, 2011

While the former refers to the traditional notion of learning as the acquisition of knowledge and skills, the latter is a more powerful concept. According to Cook-Greuter, “it refers to how we see the world through new eyes, how we change our interpretations of experience and how we transform our views of reality.

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Learning Rebels

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

Let’s discuss why L&D should be paying attention. This creates gaps with employee engagement, productivity, and attrition – which is referred to as “Access Agony 4 ”. References. [1] 7] Albert Bandura, 1971 Social Learning Theory. Why does bridging the digital divide matter ? Contact us Now. 5] [link]. [6]

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IT Training Department Blog

MAY 21, 2024

Whether it’s behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism, or any other learning theory, the company should know how these principles apply to eLearning. A good eLearning development company will listen attentively to your requirements, ask clarifying questions, and provide regular updates on progress.

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Association eLearning

MARCH 15, 2017

If you can get learners to wonder “why,” you’ve got their attention. Performance support – Any job aids, reference guides, troubleshooting directions, tools, etc. A lot of the time the only questions are the knowledge checks or the quiz at the end. Here are some ideas for planting “I want to know!” questions in your eLearning.

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Axonify

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Charbel had my attention with this statement alone. Instructional designers pull from a wide array of instructional theory to build training content. Rather than require every ID to understand every possible theory, we should reference real-world applications of instructional methodology that are proven to work.

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Learningtogo

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The theory suggests that offering a series of choices, each leading a bit closer to the desired behavior, is more effective than trying to change complex human behavior all at once. Two fundamental assumptions of nudge theory are: • Human behavior isn’t based solely on logic, so we can’t change it by simply presenting facts.

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SHIFT eLearning

JUNE 12, 2014

Use Color to Direct Attention. Color can help reduce boredom and passivity, thus improving attention spans. Specially red , when used carefully, stands out and grabs attention immediately, stimulating the visual sense and helping learners remember facts and figures. A Quick Recap on Color Theory (1-min video).

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Tesseract Learning

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Motivation refers broadly to what people desire, what they choose to do, and what they commit to do” (Keller, 2009). There are numerous theories that attempt to explain motivation and its attributes. The third group delves into cognitive, attributional, and competence theories. References. What is Motivation?

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Spark Your Interest

JULY 13, 2021

Also there is a decorative, free, image (refer to tip 12 below). When someone is passively watching your videos, they may not know what it is that they should be paying attention to. For example, checklists, reference guides, illustrations, completed examples, or helpful screenshots. So the learner isn’t overwhelmed.

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Origin Learning

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Understanding Social Learning Theory. Social learning theory as we understand it today primarily evolved from the work of Albert Bandura in the 1960s. This theory is often considered to be a bridge that connects behaviorist and cognitive learning theories. Reference: Harvard Business Review. Image Credit- Pexels.

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Learning with e's

MAY 24, 2014

This is number 5 in my blog series on major learning theories. My plan is to work through the alphabet of psychologists and provide a brief overview of their theories, and how each can be applied in education. This is a simplified interpretation of the theory, so if you wish to learn more, please read the original works.

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BrainCert

JANUARY 30, 2023

Color Theory Basics Color theory plays a major role in the effectiveness of learning management systems (LMS). Understanding the basics of color theory can help LMS designers create a user friendly and visually appealing system. The principles of color theory include hue, saturation, value, temperature, intensity, and contrast.

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LearnUpon

AUGUST 6, 2019

Information Processing Theory is a cognitive theory that focuses on how information is encoded into our memory. The theory describes how our brains filter information, from what we’re paying attention to in the present moment, to what gets stored in our short-term or working memory and ultimately into our long-term memory.

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Integrated Learnings

JULY 15, 2010

A post from a couple weeks ago explained that there are instructional design models that offer formulas for assembling training in a way that captures learners’ attention, conveys content, and provides learners with an opportunity to practice and receive feedback on new skills. By Shelley A. David Merrill’s first principles of instruction.

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EduPivot Knowledge Center

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The conditions of learning theory, developed by American psychologist Robert Mills Gagné, provides a framework that companies can use when designing their learning and development programs. Gagné’s theory also introduces nine events of instruction. What Does Conditions of Learning Theory Outline?

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Matrix

APRIL 27, 2021

The theory of transformative learning has been developed by Jack Mezirow. Communicative learning shifts attention to how people communicate what they perceive, feel, need, and want. That’s why they’re mainly relevant when we refer to adult learners. They shed light on various aspects of a new problem or situation.

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Learning Visions

NOVEMBER 11, 2010

Screen grabs of the entire program that he then referred to as he took the test. AIDA: Attention, Interest, Desire, Action (see the Kineo Top Tip: Learning from the Ad Men ) Cammy (that’s me!) Working with SMES: SMES don’t care about learning theories. His solution? Is this what your learners are doing?

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Learning with e's

JANUARY 27, 2014

The emphasis of the Working Memory model, and also Dual Coding Theory is that memories are strengthened when both auditory and visual stimuli are presented to the learner in an optimal combination. What exactly can Cognitive Load Theory do to help us to optimise students'' memories? Unported License. Unported License.

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Hurix Digital

APRIL 30, 2025

Captures Attention In this era of short attention spans and constant distractions, capturing and maintaining focus requires a distinct approach. Serious games help convert complex topics into compelling stories that easily grab the learners’ attention. They also hold students’ attention and augment their knowledge.

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