Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 12, 2023

As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful. I share these links about once a month here on my blog. This post includes research on stories and memory, games for learning, scenario-based learning, a definition of LXD, and a few AI image tools. This was created in Playground.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 6, 2022

I’ve had the opportunity to be interviewed on some wonderful podcasts over the last few years. Most of the time, our discussions related to scenario-based learning. I have also recorded several conversations about instructional design careers, freelancing, and other topics. Scenario-Based Learning Q&A with Devlin Peck.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 17, 2020

In this presentation, I discussed why scenario-based learning engages participants. I gave examples of how to “hook” learners to draw them into a story right from the beginning. I also talked about some elements to help craft narratives. This is part of the TLDC Storytelling playlist. He’s so excited.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 19, 2024

As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful. I share these links about once a month here on my blog. Here are four ways chatbots optimize learning. Here are four ways chatbots optimize learning. Always lead with emotions when showing instead of telling.

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Clark Quinn

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

I recently mentioned that one of the problems with research is that things are more interconnected than we think. Which underpins why it makes sense to talk about Learning Experience Design (LXD) and not just instructional design. In short, learning is about more than just information dump and knowledge test.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

These are my live blogged notes from the InSync Training Byte session “Once Upon a Time, Storytelling WAS Learning” by Tom Campbell and Karin Rex. Why don’t we just give learners a book and command them to read and learn? Our brains are wired to learn from stories. Psychological Learning Process.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 11, 2023

As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful. I share these links periodically here on my blog. Ranting on the Gender Pay Gap in e-Learning An old blog post from Julie Dirksen about the gender pay gap in the elearning field. Registration required to view.

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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 27, 2019

I got a call from a prospective client looking to hire an instructional designer. “Tell me about what you’re looking for,” I said. “Well, I have a classroom training program I’d like to convert to online. ” “It’s OK, I guess. Tell me about the course itself.

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

I got a call from a prospective client looking to hire an instructional designer. “Tell me about what you’re looking for,” I said. “Well, I have a classroom training program I’d like to convert to online. ” “It’s OK, I guess. Tell me about the course itself.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 17, 2019

That’s part of behavioral engagement. Behavioral engagement is the actions and behaviors people take during learning, which may support or hinder learning. I adapted this from a coding scheme developed by Baker et al (2004), as cited in Baker et al (2010). In elearning, we often focus on clicks and interaction.

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 6, 2023

As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful. I share these links periodically here on my blog. Be clear about the learning goal. Make sure the story is realistic, relevant, and tied to the learning goal. I think this could be adapted for branching scenarios. Does it matter?

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 24, 2023

I’ve definitely heard from folks that are scared the whole field of instructional design could disappear and we’ll all be replaced by AI. I’ve also seen predictions from people optimistic about AI who expect it to transform and improve the whole field within two or three years.

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Clark Quinn

MAY 17, 2022

When ATD asked me to write the learning science book , I’d already had the intention of writing a Learning Experience Design (LXD) book. I’d even begun, and the first section on learning was underway, so essentially I was partly done! For experience, you can think: engagement and/or emotion.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

I’ve been experimenting with using ChatGPT to draft a branching scenario. Now, I have a complete prototype scenario, “The New Hire with Attitude,” written by ChatGPT. To create the scenario, I generally prompted for one decision point or passage at a time. In Twine, I color-coded my tags.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 30, 2024

Last week, I attended the Learning and HR Tech Solutions Conference (LHRCon 24). This is the newly rebranded Learning Solutions conference that I have presented at multiple times in the past. I enjoyed seeing so many old friends, meeting people in person for the first time, and making new connections.

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Clark Quinn

JUNE 14, 2022

I’ve argued both that Learning Experience Design (LXD) is an improvement on Instructional Design (ID), and that LXD is the elegant integration of learning science with engagement. I think it’s worth looking at those important distinctions both in principle and practice. What does this mean in practice?

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 3, 2013

I knew I was setting a high bar when I wrote the evaluation, and I expected that most students would say that they learned from the course but that it didn’t really transform their teaching. That’s where the real learning happens regarding diversity though. Most Successful. Least Successful.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 3, 2020

They can move the plot forward, show conversations, or build emotion. We can borrow this technique from video game design when we develop branching scenarios for learning. The answers in bold are the selected choices for the next part of the dialogue. Robert : Ah, I see. I can include that in the price for the project.

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E-Learning Provocateur

MAY 3, 2020

While many of us had been offering online courses and other alternatives to in-person training for years, suddenly nothing could be run in a traditional classroom setting; and so as a collective we’ve been forced to shift learning and development online. Or maybe I’m being too quick to judge.

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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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ID Reflections

MARCH 10, 2014

Andragogy stepped in to rectify this and foster awareness about how adults learned. While the principles of Andragogy clearly stated what it takes to motivate adults to learn, the role of a teacher / the expert remained undisputed. Then came Heutagogy advocating principles of self-determined learning. Will past experience help?

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Knowledge Guru

JUNE 19, 2013

Last week’s post gave an overview of the entire process for getting started in learning game design or creating game-based learning. How to evaluate games you play to learn more about game design and get ideas for designing your own games. Because the fun in a game helps learning happen—or IS the learning.

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Clark Quinn

JULY 21, 2020

I’m working on my next plan for global domination. And as I do, I’ve been developing my thinking, and there are some interesting outcomes. Including a realization that I wasn’t doing what I usually recommend. First, I’m developing my understanding, getting concrete about it.

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Clark Quinn

JUNE 8, 2021

Not all have immediate take homes, but I want to introduce a few to you with some notes. First, of course, I have to point out my own Learning Science for Instructional Designers. I am perhaps overly confident that it does what it says, but others have said nice things. I’ll also update my list of recommended readings.

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Clark Quinn

MAY 13, 2020

As part of coping in this time of upheaval, I’m trying different things. In addition to teaching a course on mobile learning, I’m one of the speakers at a new online event. To be fair, the Learning Guild has had a continual practice of trying different things at their conferences, and it’s been good.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 19, 2018

Last month, I attended the Learning Solutions 2018 Conference in Orlando. I had fun meeting people like Judy Katz, Tracy Parish, Cammy Bean, and Clark Quinn in person who I have known online for years, plus seeing people again from last year. ” hyperbole I see from many sources.

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 25, 2023

How can you use AI to write scenarios for learning? I am not an expert in AI by any stretch, but I have been experimenting with ChatGPT, Bard, and other AI tools. So far, I have found these tools helpful in generating ideas, writing first drafts, and summarizing. I’m using the free ChatGPT 3.5

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Last week, I attended the first week of the Learning Guild’s DevLearn 2020 conference, also called DDX (DevLearn Digital Experience). I want to reflect on my first week at DevLearn. The sessions are the easiest part of a conference to replicate online. Online Experience via Attendify. Key Takeaways.

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 9, 2020

I knew I was setting a high bar when I wrote the evaluation, and I expected that most students would say that they learned from the course but that it didn’t really transform their teaching. That’s where the real learning happens regarding diversity though. One of my most successful.

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Clark Quinn

JUNE 2, 2020

So, last week, I asked the musical question: where are we going most wrong? I followed that up asking what most would help. I also suggested that I had my own answers. So I have answers for each. My answer for the first part, where we’re going wrong, is somewhat complex. And I have addressed this.

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Knowledge Guru

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

I’m publishing this blog on Valentine’s Day, a day that is supposed to be all about love. Engamement refers to the amplification of a child’s focus, interest, and learning. She even channeled her love for games into a new book called Play to Learn , which comes out March 3 rd. Pre-order Book.

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CourseArc

MARCH 9, 2023

Q&A: Wellness for Educators This Nonprofit Works to Support the Mental, Physical, Social and Emotional Wellbeing of Educators Stress, burnout, and mental health concerns are all issues that many educators across the U.S. Kathryn, you are an educational researcher and practitioner focusing on online and digital learning.

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Clark Quinn

JULY 30, 2019

So, I tracked both of these down, and found some interesting results that both supported, and confounded, my learning. So it’s time to think a bit deeper about Direct Instruction and Learning Experience Design. I couldn’t find the paper that makes that case, however. Mastery learning (.57). It was time.

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Learning Rebels

MARCH 14, 2018

” I have already christened 2018 as “The Year of Discovery” and I have written before as to what “Discovery” looks like in the wild. This week I have already discovered that I know more about updating my website than I thought I knew. Discovering your inner Learning Rebel.

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Raptivity

JULY 7, 2020

Game-based learning has witnessed tremendous growth and adoption in the past few years and continues to be recognized as one of the most important elements of the modern learning approach. A famous quote rightly says, “Play is our brain’s favorite way of learning”. What Differentiates a Game from another Learning Activity?

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Learning Rebels

MARCH 2, 2022

When it comes to developing a learning program that is not only compelling and engaging but is highly accurate and relevant, successfully working with subject matter experts (SME) can be tricky. Their role is to have complete knowledge of a topic to ensure the wheels go ’round and ’round. Now enter the big question.

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Infopro Learning

MARCH 26, 2025

They test, experiment, and adjust, learning as they go. Learning is more valuable than knowing. Expertise is temporary; the ability to learn is timeless. Emotional Honesty: Leading with Authenticity Children dont filter their emotionsthey express them. Leadership isnt about titles or authorityits about behaviours.

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