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The key to informal learning is autonomy

Jane Hart

Jay Cross, the author of the 2007 seminal book, Informal Learning, Rediscovering the Natural Pathways that Inspire Innovation and Performance , recently wrote a blog post in which he explained that although there has been a lot of talk about “informal learning” in the last five years, there has been very little action.

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Open Source eLearning Tools

Tony Karrer

Learning Conversations , December 30, 2008 Why you should embrace open source - Informal Learning , February 14, 2009 Free, High Quality, Reusable Content - Daretoshare , August 22, 2009 eLearning Technology. Subscribe to the Best of eLearning Learning for updates from this blog and other eLearning blogs.

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Plain Language for Course Creators: Enhancing Clarity and Engagement

CourseArc

Tips to Write for Clarity and Understanding Put information in logical order, with the important details first. Plain language minimizes confusion and ensures content is easily understood by all learners, no matter their prior knowledge or experience. Retention : Clear, straightforward language aids in information retention.

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4 Benefits of AI for Learners… and Teachers

KnowledgeOne

Feedback, therefore, has not only an informative but also a motivational role. Numerous empirical studies have demonstrated the link between better performance and a more challenging task – within the competence limits of the individual performing it – (Locke and Latham, 2002; Latham, 2007; Latham and Locke, 2007).

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Informal Learning Technology

Tony Karrer

There's a fantastic post by Stephen Downes - New Technology Supporting Informal Learning. So as you read this, keep in mind that Stephen was primarily talking about technology that can support a Formal Learning Event that heavily leverages Informal / Social Learning as it's primary mechanism. It's definitely worth a read.

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Cammy Beans Learning Visions: Lance Dublin: Formalizing Informal Learning

Learning Visions

Tuesday, September 15, 2009 Lance Dublin: Formalizing Informal Learning [My notes from a webinar. Lance Dublin: Formalizing Informal Learning … &#%!? Examples of informal: Water cooler, SoMe Informal learning is never intentional. Lance asks: What happens if you add intentionality to an informal activity?

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Achievement Unlocked: A Powered-Up Understanding of Gamification

InSync Training

They commanded the attention of millions by way of social media apps like FarmVille , and touch-screen tablets made it possible for designers to reach audiences ranging much younger and older than ever before.