ID Reflections

MARCH 31, 2015

In today''s time-crunched, attention-deficit and multitasking world, micro-learning seems to have cropped up as a possible solution to corporate learning and personal development. However, what exactly is micro-learning remains a bit of an elusive concept with different people defining it in different ways.

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eLearning Brothers

MAY 24, 2018

She discussed micro, macro, and blended learning examples, and gave us a current look at how blended learning is used today. A: We are working with a couple of associations to present the learning in a great user experience. The challenge has been to balance simplicity with engagement and learning.

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LearnDash

APRIL 25, 2017

Earlier this year I made a prediction : micro-content is going to increase in use in 2017 and hit the scene in a big way in 2018. All signs are pointing to this as more online courses going the route of the micro-course. The great thing about micro-content is that you don’t need any fancy technology to implement it.

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LearnDash

APRIL 6, 2021

Micro courses. Advanced courses explore a subject more narrowly, but micro courses offer a chance to go broad rather than deep. Maybe your course on SEO could benefit from a micro certification in local SEO. Like micro courses, webinars create an opportunity for learners to engage with material in a new way.

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 13, 2023

Microlearning needs a micro focus Branching scenarios are generally microlearning: they’re typically a 5-15 minute learning activity. Combine small skills When you have a large skill, especially one that needs to be learned deeply or fluently, the approach for branching scenarios can be more like how we approach other skills.

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LearnDash

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Micro-content offers new possibilities for learner engagement. We’ve discussed ways that micro learning can help educators shift their thinking about online content delivery. Micro content can be marketed in a variety of ways. Micro content also allows you to address multiple niche audiences.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 18, 2023

Last week was the Learning Solutions Conference 2023. I enjoyed catching up with folks I have seen at past events, meeting new people, and learning from the sessions. One of the ways I have learned to get more out of the conference is to both take notes during the sessions and then to review those notes after I get home.

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Web Courseworks

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Learning today happens everywhere, not just in the classroom. Digital badges are a type of micro-credential , meaning that they are smaller in scope than traditional credentialing systems such as degrees and certifications. Anyone can create a free account with Credly to start earning and issuing badges.

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E-Learning Provocateur

AUGUST 31, 2020

They’re suffering a free-fall in income from international students, despite the consensus that people can access the Internet from other countries. That means while in-person classes can resume, remote learning will remain the staple. To begin, I suggest we go micro. So now is our moment of opportunity. There is no try.

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LearnDash

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

One of the main draws of online learning for many learners is that they can complete a course during moments of free time—on a lunch break, during a morning commute, in the evening after putting the kids to bed. Placing tons of content on one page also leads to problems with mobile learning. How to avoid content stuffing.

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LearnDash

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

Lately, there has been a rise in using micro-courses as a tripwire. This makes a lot of sense because if you are selling a high-priced course, you can offer a micro-course on the same topic at a much lower price to get people into the door. Create a free (valuable) report of some kind related to the topic of your tripwire course.

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Docebo

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Enter online education/non-degree programs (AKA alternative credentials, micro-credentials , micro-degrees, or micro-certifications ). It’s pretty easy to get the appeal of micro-certifications from the learner’s perspective. And they’re waaaaay more affordable than traditional degrees (even free, in some cases). .

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CourseArc

MARCH 9, 2023

Kathryn, you are an educational researcher and practitioner focusing on online and digital learning. My primary focus is online and digital learning, but in the midst of all of my projects, which varied in focus, an underlying theme was educator burnout, stress, and overwhelm. How did you bridge the gap to start Wellness for Educators?

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Coursera

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

We’re excited to announce that the Nevada Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) has partnered with Coursera to launch LearnNV, a new statewide program that will provide free job training to tens of thousands of unemployed and underemployed Nevadans, particularly young adults.

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LearnDash

JUNE 30, 2020

How Mobile Training Innovates the Learning Process. Not every learner has access to a computer at work or during convenient learning times. Use Microtraining to Make Learning More Efficient. Video micro lessons make it faster and cheaper to develop and update course materials than offline or longer digital content.

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

Welcome to the A-Z of Digital Learning, your comprehensive glossary of learning and eLearning terminology. The inclusive practice of removing barriers and making learning content usable and accessible to everyone. The inclusive practice of removing barriers and making learning content usable and accessible to everyone.

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Performance Learning Productivity

OCTOBER 14, 2013

High performing individuals, teams and organisations focus on exploiting development opportunities in the workplace because that’s where most of the learning happens. Typically, adding learning involves integrating structured away-from-work learning (courses, classes, and eLearning modules) with learning activities within the workflow.

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Ed App

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

20 Best Free Educational Apps. Free educational applications abound, and entire courses can be found online. If you’ve ever had an itch to learn a new language, or develop your math skills, now’s the time! If you’ve ever had an itch to learn a new language, or develop your math skills, now’s the time!

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LearnDash

DECEMBER 6, 2017

The increased preference for video is changing the way that we learn both formally and informally. From a LearnDash perspective the rise in video was what brought us to create our Video Progression capabilities , resulting in true hands-free learning when using a WordPress powered learning management system.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 19, 2018

Last month, I attended the Learning Solutions 2018 Conference in Orlando. Now that I’ve had a few weeks to process and reflect, I want to summarize some of what I learned. Now that I’ve had a few weeks to process and reflect, I want to summarize some of what I learned. Kevin Thorn: Comics for Learning.

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LearnDash

JULY 20, 2017

Earlier this year I predicted that micro-learning would be on the rise as learners become picky over the content they consume. But back to the topic on hand: improving your videos so as to adhere to micro-content standards. Go check it out to see if it would be a good fit for you – creating a test account is free.

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dVinci Interactive

JULY 5, 2016

In the information technology industry, micro-credentialing is helping employers and professionals keep pace with rapid change. Currently, IBM is adopting the Open Badges standard as an innovative way for IT professionals to validate their learning activities, skills and achievements. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akGTdXutRmU.

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Edmego Learning

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Micro-learning continues to trend upward so the need for professional snippets of content is extremely important but it also needs to have a quick turnaround time from a production standpoint. Game Your Video is a free app that can do just that. Using some fun video tricks help in learning retention.

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LearnDash

MAY 16, 2018

4 ways to make money selling your online course for free. “Free” is one of the most magical words in marketing. People like “free,” and in some cases, they’re willing to give up a lot to obtain it. But here are four ways selling your course for free can unexpectedly make your job a little easier.

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LearnDash

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Mobile learning isn’t just a way to make courses more accessible—it’s a way to deliver better learning content. After all, most of them are also creating content on their desktop, and it’s a space learners traditionally turn to when they search for new learning content. Distraction-free design. Here are just a few.

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ID Reflections

MARCH 11, 2014

which while not as far reaching as MOOCs, further stretches the boundaries of online learning. MOOCs--for all the debate, angst and confusion surrounding them--have changed the face of online education and learning for good. But does that mean I have not learned? We can love it or hate it, but we can’t ignore it. Of course not!

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LearnDash

JUNE 1, 2017

Back in 2004 I was working a summer internship at an automotive supplier, and during my time there I was tasked with helping set-up an internal “corporate university” This was my first taste into what we know as e-learning today, and it sure was different. The e-learning universe has grown considerably since 2004.

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Infopro Learning

APRIL 10, 2018

Ensure that each element serves as an individual learning unit that supports the desired outcomes. Ensure that each episode centers on a topic or idea to make it micro. Compile the videos to create topic-centered eLearning courses that support the learning objectives and goals. Turn Task Manuals Into Interactive Simulations.

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Infopro Learning

JUNE 22, 2022

For instance, instructional design recruiters can find highly experienced professionals with expertise in curating learning experiences using a plethora of tools from instructional technology and curriculum design to cognitive psychology and innovative evaluation techniques. Enjoy a Stress-free Work Environment.

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LearnDash

JANUARY 24, 2019

Let’s have a look at what we can expect in the coming year for e-learning! For starters, it is hard not to make repeat predictions as I have learned that 12 months is hardly enough time for big shifts to occur in an industry as large as e-learning. Today online learning is very “course” driven.

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LearnDash

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Your first course is a learning experience for you, too, so know what you want to learn from it. A common misimpression about online learning is that you have to have a course ready to launch before you can have a website, a blog, or a real community. Many online educators offer their first course for free.

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Limestone Learning

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

If you feel sunny and ready to learn something new, why not sign up for one of the free webinars being offered this month? What can we learn from these various approaches about the use of web cameras, the approach to delivery, and the application of technology? Bring on the crocuses, daffodils and allergies!

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Kapp Notes

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

The best time to learn something is right before you need it. Often and employee learns about a subject or topic in January with hopes that they will recall that information in June. The ideal learning event is quick and timely. Learning embedded in the workflow. As does the free YouTube with extensive how-to videos.

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LearnDash

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

One major trend in e-learning is micro-content, something many of our updates take into account. You see, with micro-content you often end up with many lessons. LearnDash has a large variety of free add-ons available. On this page you will have a consolidated interface for all of our free integrations.

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LearnDash

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Duolingo is one of the best examples of how to create an engaging learning program. It is no secret that I am a fan of Duolingo , the popular (free) program for learning a new language. Applying and practicing the language concepts you learn on Duolingo is really enjoyable. Learning those concepts is not.

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Learningtogo

AUGUST 22, 2019

Are your stakeholders demanding “micro-learning,” without necessarily understanding whether or not this solution is right for your learning audience? Are you struggling with the question “Just how long should micro-learning take?” But it’s not so easy to change the way you design learning.

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Fly Plugins

APRIL 8, 2024

Step 5: Use Udemy to find out what micro-topics are being covered in courses within the niche. In fact one of our first courses took over 200 hours to create, but then again we didn’t quite know what we were doing and we were having to learn all the tech that goes along with it. You can sign up for free and get 3 searches.

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