Association eLearning
MARCH 1, 2018
Although gamification and game-based learning have been around for a few years, only recently are training departments beginning to take these learning and engagement methods seriously. However, convincing the CEO that gamification works is a tougher challenge. The perception that playing games isn’t really training still lingers in the minds of the c-suite.
Making Change
MARCH 27, 2018
I’m kicking off a series of posts about scenario-based training. Let’s start with the big picture: The design process. Many people start writing a scenario too soon. They invest a ton of time only to find their work rejected by the client or learners. Use the steps below to make sure you’re writing a challenging scenario and going in a direction everyone will like.
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Infopro Learning
MARCH 20, 2018
Relevancy is the key to online training success. If employees can’t assign meaning to the online training content, even the most interactive online training tools will miss their mark. In this article, I’ll share 8 tips to create branching scenarios that resonate with your geographically dispersed workforce. . How To Create Branching Scenarios That Resonate With Employees.
LearnDash
MARCH 14, 2018
If you are selling your LearnDash courses then you need to configure a sales page that converts. Fortunately the flexibility of WordPress gives you plenty of options for creating high-impact sales pages for your courses. There are actually a number of ways to go about creating a sales page depending on how you are planning to sell your course (i.e. shopping cart, membership plugin, or built-in LearnDash payment system), and what other tools you are currently using.
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Upside Learning
MARCH 7, 2018
An year earlier, we presented separate blog posts on different responsive authoring tools: Adapt, Evolve, gomo, Elucidat, Captivate 9, Lectora 16 and Rise and shared our thoughts about their features, advantages, and limitations. In later blogs, we released detailed feature-wise comparison of these tools. Some of these authoring tools have now come up with newer […].
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Origin Learning
MARCH 7, 2018
We have been constantly bombarded with data-driven reports and survey-results that mark the sharp dip in learner attention-spans. These reports also highlight the reduced attention span among learners in the corporate world. The influx of smartphones and the tendency to immediately ‘Google’ and find answers has created two problems. One – memory capacity of learners is reducing and two – the dwindling attention spans.
Making Change
MARCH 5, 2018
“How can I design good training for new software? What’s the right balance between help screens, job aids, and training?” That’s the top question in our idea collector , so let’s go at it. Here’s part 1, in which I say, “Try everything but training.” We’ll cover needs analysis, job aids, help screens, and the radical idea of making the software easier to use.
Torrance Learning
MARCH 15, 2018
We’re sharing some of our favorite instructional design techniques here in this toolkit to support new instructional designers or “old” ones who want to sharpen their saw (pun completely intended). Why a toolkit? Just like a carpenter’s toolbox, you probably won’t use all of these techniques on every project, but these are tried-and-true favorites you’ll want within easy reach.
LearnDash
MARCH 15, 2018
Tips to help online educators plan their first course. With online education a growing force on the market, more enterprising individuals than ever before are finding themselves inspired to launch an online course of their own. However, for many of these potential educators, the first hurdle is learning how to teach a course. If you’ve never taught a class before, there are some fundamentals you should be familiar with before you begin.
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Dashe & Thomson
MARCH 7, 2018
On a recent business trip, I was reminded that even though I live in the world of instructional design every day, how difficult the concept can be to explain to someone who doesn't. Here’s a breakdown of common processes and principles.
Lambda Solutions
MARCH 13, 2018
At Lambda Solutions, we’re passionate about providing the best learning solutions to your staff. And our clients are organizations that care about equipping their learners with the most effective online learning experiences possible. But just because you’re using an LMS, that doesn’t mean you’re getting the most out of it.
Origin Learning
MARCH 14, 2018
Since we are living in the era of technological revolution, it doesn’t come as a surprise that Virtual Reality (VR for short) has become the most popular buzzword in the eLearning domain. VR is described as the next big thing, especially in terms of online learning and corporate training. That is why everyone should have an insight into what VR represents, how it can be used, what benefits it brings, and what importance it holds.
Infopro Learning
MARCH 27, 2018
Do your online resources have a long shelf life? Or do they go stale before they’ve warranted the investment? In this article, I’ll share 9 tips to create eLearning content that stands the test of time. How To Create Evergreen eLearning Content. It takes a significant amount of time and resources to develop high-quality content. Specifically, eLearning content that connects with online learners and imparts the key takeaways.
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Customization is crucial for an effective LMS strategy. A one-size-fits-all approach no longer works for diverse and dynamic organizations. Customizable LMS platforms allow tailored learning experiences that meet specific company needs, boost user engagement, and seamlessly integrate with existing systems. Customization also supports scalability, adapting as an organization evolves, ensuring long-term investment value.
Jane Hart
MARCH 13, 2018
By David James, Looop A trend I’m seeing more and more, and which is reflected in the latest Bersin By Deloitte ‘Market Trends’ Keynote, is L&D’s shift in focus from ‘learning outcomes’ to the complex and individually experienced reality of the work itself.
LearnDash
MARCH 5, 2018
Online learning is harder than it looks. Here’s how you can support your learners. We all know that online education is a significantly different learning medium than the traditional classroom. Learners have more freedom and independence, but they also face more distractions. Without regular face time in the classroom with instructors and peers, many online learners begin feel isolated and alienated from the learning experience.
E-Learning Provocateur
MARCH 4, 2018
A couple of years ago I started up Virtual Reality Working Out Loud Week to promote real-world applications of virtual reality. The inaugural #VRwolweek unearthed 20 real-world examples of the emerging technology, and the enduring popularity of that blog post tells me that we are hungry for more. Loath to disappoint, I hereby present 25 more real-world examples of virtual reality, drawn from this year’s and last year’s events.
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dVinci Interactive
MARCH 7, 2018
Using Game Elements to Make Learners Think In recent years, gamification has evolved from being an accepted approach to learning to a sought-after approach. For instructional designers, this means seeking opportunities to use game elements and interactivity to create more engaging learning experiences. As an author, speaker and professor, Dr. Karl Kapp advocates for moving beyond the “gamification” buzzword and focusing on achieving the desired outcomes.
Experiencing eLearning
MARCH 29, 2018
If you weren’t able to attend my session at the Learning Solutions Conference in Orlando , you can still hear me speaking on this topic. This recording is from a virtual version of the same presentation which I gave to the Online Network of Independent Learning Professionals on March 1 to prepare for the conference. If you’re reading this in email or RSS and the video doesn’t appear above, try watching it directly on YouTube.
The Simple Shift
MARCH 27, 2018
Enterprise social tech does so much right. It’s easy to access It resembles consumer social platforms Intuitive and familiar features and functions Positive business positioning around collaboration, innovation, agility These however are just the first 25.2 miles of the marathon; the tech is easy, engaging, familiar. What enterprise social doesn’t get right though is the […].
LearnDash
MARCH 22, 2018
A look at the advantages, disadvantages, and underlying purpose of social media in the classroom. When hosting an online course, it makes sense to make the best use of all the resources the Internet has to offer. Social media is among the most prominent of these resources , and there’s a strong temptation for many online educators to find creative ways to use it in their course.
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Living in Learning
MARCH 15, 2018
If sustained workforce performance truly represents the universal brass ring, L&D…or some other corporate entity…must evolve tactically and adopt a performance mindset head downstream into the post-training environment where measurable outcomes and value are generated…or lost – Point-of-Work (PoW).
Lambda Solutions
MARCH 12, 2018
Access to online learning resources has triggered a revolution in classroom settings from K-12 all the way up to postsecondary institutions. eLearning is no longer a simple byproduct of the age of information and access to the internet, it’s become an invaluable resource to educators and classroom teachers, harnessing a new model of knowledge sharing wherein students now possess the tools to learn at their own pace.
Making Change
MARCH 21, 2018
Are you expected to “train” everyone on new software? In my previous post , I recommended that you first try everything but training. Make the software easier to use (yes, it’s often possible!). Create job aids and help screens. Did that work only partially? Are you convinced that people need formal training? This post is for you. What you’ve done so far.
Experiencing eLearning
MARCH 13, 2018
I’m presenting at the eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions Conference again this year on “Better Feedback for Scenario-Based eLearning.” You can watch a two-minute trailer for my session (if the video isn’t embedded below, watch it on YouTube ). When you create a scenario, you work hard to make it realistic and relevant for your learners.
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With the increased interest in reskilling and upskilling existing workforces, companies are looking for more training and development content and realizing that higher education has a lot to offer. Similarly, companies are finding value in providing training to students and preskilling their future workforce. The challenge is that the technology and platforms used to serve these two audiences have never had to work well together—until now.
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