Making Change

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

If you had time to evaluate the research on learning styles, what would you conclude? That quote is from Learning Styles: Concepts and Evidence , an examination of learning style research. Variation among learners doesn’t prove any specific theory: “It is undoubtedly the case that a particular student will sometimes bene?t

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

Research summary on spaced education for medical students. tags : spacedlearning learning research e-learning scenarios. Research summary on a specific model for spaced learning which the author found effective for improving recall. tags : spacedlearning learning research.

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

Authoring Tool. A term to describe adult learning theory. A learning theory developed by B.F A learning theory based on the idea that learners construct their own meaning and knowledge through actively interacting with the material, as well as connecting it with their prior knowledge and past experiences. Andragogy.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 23, 2024

– Learnlets Clark Quinn reflects on why DEI is important, including some review of research supporting DEI work. This paper discusses how the authors created a screen reader browser extension to improve the accessibility of Twine stories built with Harlowe and Sugarcube (the two most common story formats).

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Technology can facilitate scenario-based elearning development (authoring tools can make it easier than in the past). This document from Massey University in New Zealand explains some theory behind why scenario-based learning works and how to decide if scenario-based learning (SBL) is the right strategy. Real-life decision making.

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Upside Learning

MAY 20, 2010

As an instructional designer, you start by learning a whole lot of theories and models. e-Learning Authoring Research Blog by Michael Allen. On the one hand, you are continuously learning about different work environments as you are called upon to resolve different performance issues. E-Learning Curve Blog by Michael Hanley.

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 8, 2009

Cognitivist methods do have some research support, after all. We may contrast cognitivism, which is a causal theory of mind, with connectionism, which is an emergentist theory of mind. We may contrast cognitivism, which is a causal theory of mind, with connectionism, which is an emergentist theory of mind.

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Knowledge Guru

OCTOBER 16, 2013

But that resource was only good for informing us, and the community as a whole, on the concepts of games for learning—as well as the research supporting its efficacy. A Theory of Fun for Game Design. That’s where A Theory of Fun for Game Design comes in. It wasn’t designed to be a how-to book.

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Patti Shank

APRIL 17, 2018

Research offers important clues to difficult and complex questions. The reason I say clues and not answers is that science is a moving target and some research is not done well or is not applicable to the specific question.) I find that research doesn't always tell me what I expect, however. What does research support?

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Connect Thinking

MARCH 7, 2012

Paul and colleagues have described the evolution of learning theories in the context of workplace learning, and I have summarised their points (probably rather clumsily) in the table you see below. Organisational learning theories are evolving as the chaos and complexity associated with culture and climate are being acknowledged.

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Clark Quinn

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

I think Ruth Clark’s provides a great service in presenting what the research says on elearning, starting with her highly recommended book eLearning and the Science of Instruction. As Raph Koster’s fun and valuable book A Theory of Fun for Game Design aptly points out, the reason games succeed is that they do require learning.

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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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Spark Your Interest

JULY 13, 2021

Then we redesign the slides using an authoring tool like Articulate Storyline. By doing market research you can be clear about why your potential customers would buy your course. If you want to research the jobs to be done approach, this article by Ger Driesen is a good place to start. Well, the good news is that you can.

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Upside Learning

JUNE 24, 2009

When writing the whitepaper about Casual games , I did a fair bit of research and looked at several hundred web links. Game Development Research. A Theory of Fun- Clive on Learning, August 16, 2007. The Top 5 Platforms for Creating Educational Video Games « Educational Games Research, June 17, 2009. BBC School Games.

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Upside Learning

JUNE 24, 2009

When writing the whitepaper about Casual games , I did a fair bit of research and looked at several hundred web links. Game Development Research. A Theory of Fun- Clive on Learning, August 16, 2007. The Top 5 Platforms for Creating Educational Video Games « Educational Games Research, June 17, 2009. BBC School Games.

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Clark Quinn

JULY 25, 2019

Customer research is an important tool here as well, but it’s not the only one. It is, essentially, testing your theory with research! Whether it’s authoring tools, a course management system, a portal, a web meeting tool, what have you. For one, to have credibility, for sure. Internally, for their own work.

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Kapp Notes

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

The other day I caught up with Catherine Lombardozzi who is the principle behind the firm called Learning4Learning Professionals and author of a brand new book. Kapp: I know you always choose to ground your work in a research-based perspective on how learning works. I try to give a little of that background in the book.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 3, 2015

It makes research about learning accessible in ways you can apply immediately. If you’ve ever wondered if formal or conversational style is better for learning (conversational) or if your on-screen text should replicate what’s on the screen (no, it shouldn’t), this book explains it with the research to back it up.

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Kapp Notes

SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

We know from a variety of research (Delpit, 1995; Gay, 2000; Nieto, 2004: Villegas & Lucas, 2002) that successful schools place their students' cultures at the center of their missions and curriculum. Culturally responsive teaching: Theory, research and practice. References: Delpit, L. New York: The New Press. Grossman, L.

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Web Courseworks

AUGUST 4, 2014

In this case, industry knowledge is networked in print form as a snapshot of best practices and forward-thinking analysis, and the handbook becomes a tool to enhance and refine deeper research efforts. To be useful to the profession, the final product needed to be current, grounded in theory, and practical. Or the topics first?

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Arlo Training & Events Software

JANUARY 26, 2025

Looking for a new eLearning authoring tool? Weve put together this list of the top 10 examples of authoring tools available in 2025, so you can find the right fit for your needs (and if you want to sign up for early access to Arlos very own upcoming eLearning authoring features!).

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Docebo

JULY 22, 2021

From time to time, you’ll come across a subject matter expert who’s new to the world of e-learning and doesn’t know much about instructional design models and related theories. In cases like these, a good place to start is with bringing an experienced SME on board to do some audience research.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 1, 2015

I will invest some of my time in learning and seeking the truth, from sources like peer-reviewed scientific research or translations of that research. Common sense might give you a hint that these numbers aren’t really based in research though. Filed under: Change , Instructional Design , Research' Subramony, D.,

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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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Clark Quinn

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

In my quest to not just talk about transformation but find a way to go beyond just experience, I did some research. Mezirow was the originator of Transformative Learning Theory. The author of the paper pointed me to her co-author, who unveiled a suite of work around Transformative Experience Theory.

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Kapp Notes

JUNE 13, 2013

The information about the games industry can be found on the web site of Singapore’s Media Development Authority. Here is a slide deck that references many of the slides and research from this session. Also referenced was research about games and cognition supported by a grant from DSO National Laboratories , Singapore.

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Spark Your Interest

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Articulate Storyline is one of the most popular authoring tools used worldwide to create online learning. That’s where an authoring tool, such as Articulate Storyline , comes in. It’s a cloud-based e-learning authoring tool. Creating the content using an authoring tool can significantly enhance the interactivity of your courses.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 7, 2016

CogDogBlog is about educational technology, social media, Creative Commons, and a number of other topics that author Alan Levine finds interesting. Dave’s Educational Blog by Dave Cormier often focuses on his theory of rhizomatic learning. Janet Clarey specializes in research on learning and performance.

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TOPYX LMS

AUGUST 4, 2016

Eric Nordin, contributor to the Center for Innovation in Research Training , said it this way: “Experiential learning can be an effective method for helping students integrate course material into their day-to-day lives. I could have just lectured about theories and research findings related to jury decision making.

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Look at research trends. There are LOTS of shows with science as a theme (Big Bang Theory, CSI, Cosmos, etc.) It requires irreverence for authority. (Japan won three Nobel Prizes this year). But where is the trend going? The US is shrinking. Innovation in STEM fields is the driver in economies.

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Clark Quinn

JUNE 22, 2010

Is there an elearning authoring tool you would endorse? Is there current research that shows whether employers view fully online degrees programs any different than a traditional degree program? Clark: Frankly, this is research I haven’t really tracked. Clark: Paper and pencil. Seriously. The opportunities of web 3.0

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The Performance Improvement Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Surgeon, author, and medical crusader Atul Gawande, in his book, " The Checklist Manifesto ", presents theory, research, and personal experience in support of using checklists in complex work situations, such as performing surgery, flying a plane, or building a skyskraper.

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Tony Karrer

AUGUST 25, 2010

Just when you've made the transition from the prior generation of CBT authoring tools (e.g., Of course, it’s such a big topic that I decided to cheat and quickly point the person to eLearning Learning and particular to eLearning Sales , eLearning Sales Metrics , Sales eLearning Case Studies , and Sales Performance Support. It is asynchronous.

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E-Learning Provocateur

JULY 1, 2015

Educational Researcher , 27(2), pp. In this paper, the author distinguishes between two metaphors for learning: the acquisition metaphor in which the learner’s mind is akin to a vessel to be filled, and the participation metaphor in which the learner is an active social agent in the learning process. Cook‐Greuter, S. Siemens, G.

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Patti Shank

DECEMBER 6, 2017

L&D has its own version of fake news: fads, made-up theories (and how to implement) in conflict with what research or science says, and people selling ideas using devious means. As you likely know, the research is clear that learning styles aren't "a thing." (See I just had the latter happen. Noooooooooo. Except it's a lie.

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Clark Quinn

MARCH 28, 2023

Ruth, you should know, is the co-author of eLearning and the Science of Instruction , amongst other books, a must-have which leverages Rich Mayer’s work on multimedia learning. Thus, she’s knowledgeable about what the research says. So, for one thing, we know that gratuitous media interferes with learning.

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Allison Rossett

JULY 17, 2012

These tools are useful for staying up-to-date on recent news, best practices, and theories in the field of Education. Her research focuses on the use of professional learning networks to improve teachers’ confidence in using technology as a learning tool. RSS readers (i.e., She is currently pursuing a Ph.D.

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