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7 Deadly Myths of Microlearning

Learning Rebels

Why are these particular microlearning myths deadly? As you all know, I’ve been around this microlearning block a time or two. Here is a post I wrote on Microlearning being the “IT” buzzword. There are some things that ever changing, the different types of tools, or even microlearning applications. Some myths are harmless. Finding a pot of gold under the rainbow, who DOESN’T want to believe that?

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How 3 Learning And Development Pros Boosted Engagement

eLearning Industry

Follow our unconventional article to learn how 3 L&D pros boosted their employee training engagement through 5 steps. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Plan Now for GDPR Impact on eLearning

LearningGuild

Plan Now for GDPR Impact on eLearning. lynne-mcnamee. Mon, 04/23/2018 - 01:00.

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You Can Overcome These Obstacles to eLearning for Adults

Clarity Consultants

ELearning is a format that makes sense for all age groups, particularly as more and more demographics gain access to digital content and devices. But where it really shines is in the corporate realm. Adults are capable of being great learners, but sometimes (especially for eLearning programs) obstacles may arise. Here's a quick look at some of the most common learning barriers older learners encounter, and a few tips to help you overcome those obstacles.

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2024 State of Customer Education Report

Customer education has become a key driver for growth, retention, and product adoption. Our latest 2024 State of Customer Education Report uncovers critical data and insights from a survey of over 200 industry leaders, offering a look at the evolving role of education in driving business success. Inside, you'll find data on key trends and strategies, including: Strategies for Scaling & Customization: Find out which investments in learning technology deliver the biggest ROI and scalability.

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5 Ways Using Mobile Learning Creates High Performing Teams

Infopro Learning

This article explores today’s workforce training challenges and outlines how mobile learning drives high engagement and productivity. In today’s globally-connected business landscape, employees are being asked for more than ever, in less time. We’re working longer hours across time zones, we’re producing more and with the availability of mobile devices, we’re always on.

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Become a Modern Professional Learner – in 60 Days

Jane Hart

Sign up for the Challenge starting 1 May.

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SweetRush Earns Rose Gold at the 2018 Muse Creative Awards

SweetRush

The winning project is a custom and creative online course designed to improve sales skills. San Francisco, Calif., April 30, 2018. — The 2018 Muse Creative Award winners have been announced, and SweetRush has reason to celebrate after having been recognized with a Rose Gold Award in the Website eLearning category. SweetRush shares the honor with client-partner Bridgestone Americas.

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Branching or mini scenario: which do you need?

Making Change

You want people to practice making decisions in a situation that has grey areas — that’s perfect territory for a scenario. But what type of scenario do you need? Will a one-scene mini-scenario be enough, or do you need to invest the (considerable!) time in creating a branching scenario? Here are some ways to figure that out. Mini-scenario: Short but mighty.

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Why Scrum Might Be Perfect For L&D

eLearning Industry

Learn how Scrum can help Learning and Development teams foster flexibility, cost control, and quality in their workflow. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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7 Human Memory Myths Debunked For eLearning Professionals

Infopro Learning

Are memories truly infallible? Does age really affect the forgetting curve? In this article, I’ll debunk 7 human memory myths for eLearning professionals. 7 Human Memory Myths And The Truth Behind Them. Human memory is nothing short of amazing. It allows us to store impressive amounts of information and build on our preexisting knowledge. However, there are limits to its power. eLearning professionals should be aware of the facts behind the fiction in order to create eLearning experiences that s

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9 Pros and Cons of Self-Hosted E-Learning

LearnDash

Where is the best place to sell online courses: your own website, or an e-learning platform? For many online educators, the first decision they have to make is whether to build their new online course on a hosted e-learning platform such as Udemy or Thinkific, or host it themselves on their own website using a self-hosted solution such as LearnDash or some other WordPress-friendly LMS.

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Trends in L&D – past and future

Jane Hart

On 17 April, 2018 to mark the 20th anniversary of the Dommel Valley Group I was invited to participate in a panel discussion on Trends in L&D – past and future, together with Bob Mosher and Prof. Joseph Keppels as we had all given keynotes to the Dommel Valley Group in the past.

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Improving Assessment In eLearning Programs

eLearning Industry

What should we think about as we develop assessments in our online education programs? Mary Burns shares some thoughts for you to keep in mind. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Why Customization is Essential for an Effective LMS Strategy in Your Company

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.

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So…You Want to Become a Learning Performance Ninja – Good Choice!

Living in Learning

This as a story, a pivotal story in my career, that validated re-thinking the significance of adopting an evolved strategy using a tactical Learning Performance Assessment (LPA) methodology embedded in a Learning Performance Solutions Discipline called DRIVER.and of course, becoming a die-hard learning performance ninja.

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LearnDash and Gutenberg: What to Expect

LearnDash

WordPress 5.0 is coming soon (or so we are told) and with it comes the new Gutenberg editor. One of the more touchy subjects in WordPress is the new editor that is shipping out with WordPress 5.0. If you aren’t familiar with Gutenberg, then there are an endless number of articles out there to bring you up to speed (like this one ). But, chances are that if you are reading this then you: Know what Gutenberg is, and… Are using LearnDash.

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SMEs for Design

Clark Quinn

In thinking through my design checklist, I was pondering how information comes from SMEs, and the role it plays in learning design. And it occurred to me visually, so of course I diagrammed it. The problem with getting design guidance from SMEs is that they literally can’t tell us what they do! The way our brains work, our expertise gets compiled away.

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Top 5 Reasons Why eLearning Projects Fail

eLearning Industry

Before reaching any conclusion on why an eLearning project failed, it is important to understand the reasons first. This article will help you identify those 5 mistakes that can lead a project to its failure. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Challenges and Solutions in High-Volume, High-Stakes Hiring

Facing a hiring surge that feels like conducting a complex orchestra? Our guide is your roadmap to harmonious high-volume hiring. In it, you’ll learn: Strategies to maintain quality while hiring at scale The real math behind agency vs. in-house recruiting Secrets to a stellar candidate experience during hiring spikes Resource optimization techniques for stretched TA teams Don't let resource constraints or market pressures derail your hiring goals.

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5 Tips to Increase Motivation in E-Learning

JoomlaLMS

Student motivation has always been a tough challenge for teachers. But research has shown that there are a few “standards” that remain pretty constant.

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Technology for E-Learning: What You Need

LearnDash

To be a successful e-learning instructor, you need to know your way around technology. Anyone who’s spent any time reading about the e-learning industry knows that online courses and traditional classrooms use very different technological tool kits. While new technology is slowly making its way into the classroom (most instructors use PowerPoint slides rather than chalkboards), other innovations have yet to find their place (laptops in lecture halls are still a distraction more than a learning a

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Three Ways Technology is Changing the Learning Space (Plus One)

Learningtogo

We love our tech. Most of us in the learning profession pride ourselves on being comfortable with technology. Whenever a new tool is available, we’re ready to give it a try, eager to adopt the latest way to help people learn.

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My decade of provocation

E-Learning Provocateur

On this day 10 years ago, I pressed the “Publish” button on my first ever blog post. It was a welcome message pitching my corner of the World Wide Web as “a forum to share my thoughts and ideas about everything e?learning, to explore new tools and technologies, and to highlight trends and changing behaviours in the online world.” I initially titled my blog Ryan 2.0 – hence the URL – because “on a personal level, it represents my next big step in our evol

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Transform Your L&D Strategy: Register for the 2024 Virtual LearnOps Summit

The 2024 Virtual LearnOps Summit is a free event designed for Learning & Development professionals who want to enhance their approach to Learning Operations. Join industry experts to explore the latest strategies, tools, and best practices in the field. The summit offers practical insights and advice to help you optimize your training programs and improve operational efficiency.

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No Budget for Learning Videos? No Problem!

InSync Training

When you need to learn how to do something, where do you go for information? I thought about this question recently when I faced a pretty standard homeownership quandary: spring recently sprung, but my front yard needed some improvement in the lush greenery department. I turned to YouTube first to find a step-by-step process for increasing the curb appeal of my house.

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Compliance & Competency Training: How To Create an LMS Framework for Both (Part 2)

Lambda Solutions

This part two article is a summary of “How to Make Compliance Programs Simple Yet Effective” , a webinar led by our Manager of Learning & Development, Erin Melvin. Didn’t catch part one? Read it here.

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How to Undertake an LMS Features Comparison

TOPYX LMS

A daunting task for many organizations to undertake includes an LMS features comparison. There are multiple choices, variables, and types of LMS to consider when making a decision. Often, the cost can be a determining factor in the decision. However, overall satisfaction with an LMS is related not to the cost of the system, but to whether or not it includes essential features, which contribute to the overall functionality and end-user experience with the system.

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Create Beautiful Custom Dropdown Menus With jQuery—Storyline Edition

eLearning Brothers

I am sure one day soon Articulate will push an update that empowers us with dropdown (select) menus. But in the meantime, if you are like me you have probably avoided building them—it takes so many layers and triggers. But sometimes it really just makes sense to use a dropdown menu! I decided to build one using jQuery (JavaScript). Right away you should know that this solution is limited to Storyline’s HTML5 output.

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Shaping a Better Future by Uniting Corporate and Higher Education Content

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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