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Should Marketing Review eLearning Courses?

Association eLearning

Just because we think a course would be more visually interesting if more images were used on slides, doesn’t mean there is sufficient cause to add them. We have a brand to protect and we need to uphold those standards and manage our image. In short, we are not instructional designers. So, should Marketing review eLearning courses?

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I’m Writing a Second Edition of The eLearning Designer’s Handbook!

Tim Slade

This means every image, graphic, and example will be presented vibrantly in color, allowing for a richer, more engaging reading and learning experience. In addition, I’ve also decided to have the book printed in full-color! What’s Next?

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Using Video, Images, or Text in ELearning

LearnDash

But as you can imagine, effectively conveying critical learning objectives is best accomplished when using a variety of methods. That said, just using various tools like video and images doesn’t mean that your learning is suddenly better. Careful consideration must also be taken when using images as well.

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AI Tools, Games, Freelancing: ID Links 2/14/23

Experiencing eLearning

The fields of instructional design, learning & development and learning theory have been shaped by a wide range of people over many years. In this post, we share a list of 100 people who are some of the most influential people within instructional design, learning and development, and learning theory.

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The Sound of Silence | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

For an excellent illustration of this problem, check out this great example provided by the always-interesting Cathy Moore (click the image to launch the Flash player): Courtesy of [link] So, why does narration in eLearning frequently do nothing more than parrot back what’s written on the screen? Properly d.

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Make Learning An Experience. Blend It! | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

There is value in books, manuals, and written reference materials included in training activities, but don’t use words to replace examples, images, and experience. Learn to be more specific, and customize any of your materials for precisely the right support. Don’t Throw Out the Baby with the Books. Enjoy people; embrace life!

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Moving from Teacher to Facilitator | Social Learning Blog

Dashe & Thomson

Even with the help of the newest technology tools to communicate and educate including social media, wikis, and Google, we still need to transform our ILT classrooms and training sessions into integrated blended learning environments. Some of my photography can be seen in local art galleries and online through National Geographic image stock.