Learningtogo

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

You may have a Bayesian brain. Basically, Bayesian theory states that you can predict the likelihood of future outcomes based on the frequency of events in the past. So what does all this math have to do with the brain? Introducing Thomas Bayes. A lot, as it turns out. The Bayesian Debate.

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LearnDash

APRIL 30, 2020

Unfortunately, there’s no evidence to show that this theory holds any weight. You’re either “right-brained” or “left-brained.”. Many of those who have read the descriptions of being right- or left-brained have come to identify with those descriptions strongly. For them, it feels true, therefore it must be true.

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Learningtogo

DECEMBER 22, 2019

One key to understanding why magical thinking exists is to understand the brain’s capacity to predict future events based on past experience. The brain does this by paying attention to changes in the environment and linking current and past events together to build a reliable model of the world. The brain is still a gigantic mystery.

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Learningtogo

DECEMBER 22, 2019

One key to understanding why magical thinking exists is to understand the brain’s capacity to predict future events based on past experience. The brain does this by paying attention to changes in the environment and linking current and past events together to build a reliable model of the world. The brain is still a gigantic mystery.

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Learningtogo

DECEMBER 23, 2016

In fact, it may be a coping mechanism invented by the brain to help us explain the world. We know that our brains have evolved to become “ survival machines ,” so how does an illogical belief keep us alive? One theory is that these myths help our brain perform its primary function – to keep us alive.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 25, 2021

When asked which top three skills the respondents look for when hiring instructional designers, they selected: eLearning development (74.3%) Communication skills (65.3%) Ability to apply ID theory and science (61.4%) Devlin Peck. Engage Brain and Train! Storytelling and a branching scenario example. Kayleen Holt. Decisions, Decisions!

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Learningtogo

DECEMBER 14, 2017

In fact, it may be a coping mechanism invented by the brain to help us explain the world. We know that our brains have evolved to become “ survival machines ,” so how does an illogical belief keep us alive? One theory is that these myths help our brain perform its primary function – to keep us alive.

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Clark Quinn

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

I’ve long maintained that our organizational practices are too often misaligned with how our brains really work. Yet we also are good at pattern-matching and meaning-making (sometimes too good; *cough* conspiracy theories *cough*). I’ve attributed that to a legacy from previous eras. The premise comes from business.

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Growth Engineering

MAY 21, 2020

Learning theories are sets of principles that explain how we best absorb information over time. Here are the 10 learning theories that you have you to know! The post 10 Learning Theories You HAVE To Know! appeared first on Growth Engineering.

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Mike Taylor

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

” Don’t worry – it’s not boring theory. Learn more → Daily habits like sleep and exercise can shape brain connectivity for weeks A groundbreaking study reveals a direct link between daily habits and brain function. ChatGPT and other chatbots are modeled after how the human brain works.

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Infopro Learning

JANUARY 26, 2025

Cognitive Learning Theory (CLT) explains how the brain processes, retains and applies new information. What is Cognitive Learning Theory? Cognitive learning theory explains how mental cognition is essential during learning new skills, understanding different ideas, and masteringcomplicated tasks. In 2024:$6.05

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Association eLearning

MAY 11, 2016

That’s where my brain goes when I hear “eLearning,” and I have fond memories of it. For many, their first experience with eLearning was educational computer games delivered via CD Rom. Digitec, Instructional Designer, Jennifer Ritter wrote a blog about this recently explaining, “I now realize that I was raised with game-based learning.

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BrightCarbon

JULY 12, 2024

I push to develop our Carbonites, supporting building their skillsets to delight our clients and build their expertise in all things training and eLearning from the theory through to the practical. The way our brains are evolving alongside technology is infinitely interesting – or perhaps that’s the scientist in me.

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Learningtogo

JANUARY 17, 2023

Nearly everything we thought we knew about the human brain changed when we started putting live subjects into functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging machines (MRIs) about 15 years ago. While his work targeted children, many learning professionals have applied his theory to adult learning. by Margie Meacham.

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

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. Behaviourism. Connectivism.

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E-Learning Provocateur

APRIL 10, 2012

I don’t mean a programming language (although the theory probably still holds). By going outside of your comfort zone, you stimulate your brain into new realms. During the daily grind it’s easy to slip into production mode and put your brain into hibernation. Learn a language. Wer wagt, gewinnt!

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LearnDash

JUNE 2, 2013

There have been many theories on how to get learning to stick, all of which are valid enough in their own way. References: Bloomfire & Heart+Brain. In the end though, the most important thing is that the learning sticks – that the learners walk away with a solid understanding of the main objectives.

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LearnUpon

APRIL 25, 2019

Adult Learning Theory, also known as a ndragogy is a concept that has been around for years. Adult learning is a relatively simple theory to grasp, so let’s explain what it is and how its principles can be applied to your corporate learning strategy. What is Adult Learning Theory? Analyze your learning with the theory in mind.

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Performance Learning Productivity

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Professor Carol Dweck is a psychologist at Stanford University and the prime force behind mindset theory. In simple terms this means that those who tend towards believing in ‘nature’ or innate ability as the prime factor in determining their success are defined in Dweck’s model as having ‘fixed mindsets’ or fixed theories of intelligence.

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IT Training Department Blog

JULY 10, 2023

Whether you’re in the instructional design world and are familiar with cognitive load theory or on the content side of things, content overload has the same negative impact on workplace learning. Train brain! Instead of overwhelming our goal is to help people do their job better.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

Raph Koster -- "in games learning is the drug" in A Theory of Fun. You have a rider -- the conscious, verbal thinking brain -- and the elephant -- the automatic, emotional, visceral brain. We think it has to do with brain glucose. Your brain on Tetris. The scooby snacks approach to tricking people into it.

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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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Learningtogo

JUNE 10, 2016

Do you feel like no matter what method, model or theory you use, it just doesn’t do your design justice? If so, then you might consider creating training based on what neuroscientists know about the brain. Everyone who attends will receive a signed copy of Brain Matters: How to help anyone learn anything using Neuroscience.

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 29, 2014

When you learn Trig Calc, your brain is going through a new wiring process. It leaves your brain differently wired. We''ve come to presume that the answer matters instead of the brain wiring that leads to the answers." The brain doesn’t have to do any work. You’re learning HOW to solve problems. A: “What are my choices?”

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Growth Engineering

MAY 6, 2021

Like with fingerprints, our brains are all unique. This is why there are a number of different ways we learn, leading to learning theories. Here we will focus on the five most commonly used learning theories and how they should affect your learning and development programmes. The post 5 Learning Theories You HAVE To Know!

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Clark Quinn

JULY 14, 2020

No, not as a plea for communism or something, but because it doesn’t align with our brains. A lovely theory. So, to begin with, I’ve been somewhat frustrated with the traditional model of capitalism. The problem is, capitalism assumes that we’re optimizing buyers.

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E-Learning Provocateur

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

My fellow citizens were confounded by brain benders such as whether to wear a mask inside a ride-share vehicle; what qualifies as an “essential” item; and when one may travel beyond 5km from home. As my home state emerges from lockdown, I reflect over the many months of confusion during the pandemic.

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ReadyTech

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Or maybe you’ve noticed that after a certain point, it’s like your brain just stops absorbing new information. Cognitive load theory has some answers. This theory dives into why learning can be so mentally tiring and offers tips on how we can keep our brains focused. Let’s break it down.

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Learningtogo

JANUARY 12, 2017

Psychologist Albert Banderra’s Social Learning Theory recognized that we learn best in a group or community setting. More recently neuroscientists have been able to validate his theory through brain imaging techniques. Don’t miss the chance to re-charge your brain by attending at least one learning conference this year.

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Challenge to Learn

MAY 3, 2016

The brain will forget the majority of the information that it receives in order to prevent overload. Just plain repetition is one thing, but the retention will increase significantly if the brain has to process the information, if your students have to think on it. Image: By Educ320 – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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Performance Learning Productivity

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Although Ebbinghaus’ experimental research was limited, his theory and results indicated that context and the spacing effect are key contributors to effective retention, learning and performance improvement. It could be argued that context is best provided by embedding learning in work.

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Clark Quinn

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

In short, I think that the theories that have arisen have provided useful guidance for designing systems and learnings that wouldn’t have emerged from strictly neural explanations. John Sweller’s theory posits that there are limits to our mental resources. And I have a small problem with that.

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eLearning Industry

APRIL 16, 2021

Cognitive load theory explains why it’s important to give employees exactly what they can handle, in a format that makes sense, so that they can learn, retain, and make use of the training. Here’s your guide to cognitive load theory and why it's so incredibly important to employee learning.

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InSync Training

JUNE 21, 2016

On June 14th, Julie Dirksen , creator of Usable Learning , shared her perspective and theories about this commonplace quandary. Using the metaphor, “Your brain is like a rider with an elephant,” from the book, The Happiness Hypothesis , by Jonathan Haidt, Julie explained the reasons behind common behavior change challenges.

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Mike Taylor

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

While there’s a treasure trove of marketing strategies that could enrich the L&D landscape, one stands out as the linchpin: speaking to the primal brain. (I ” The Missing Link: Speaking to the Primal Brain Enter the Dual Processing Theory , or as I prefer to call it, the art of “speaking to the primal brain.”

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Kapp Notes

JUNE 20, 2014

In 2012, we launched our first commercial product, Knowledge Guru , which is a game-based learning solution designed around the brain science of what it takes to help people build long-term memory: spaced learning, repetition, and feedback. We also design and develop custom game-based solutions. Opening The Knowledge Guru with a story.

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Association eLearning

MARCH 22, 2017

Therefore, we presume that if one part of the brain functions better than the other, learners should learn differently. Howard-Jones, however, explains that “the brain’s interconnectivity makes such an assumption unsound.”.

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