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Leverage the Power of Software Simulation for Effective Software Training

IT Training Department Blog

It allows for realistic environments that help people quickly grasp and retain exactly what they need to do. Plus, there’s no challenge in guessing how it will look in the system if the simulation is done to near exactness. A good software simulation does exactly that.

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What is an IT Training Course?

IT Training Department Blog

These exercises can range from software simulation to real-world projects. It can be completed at the employee’s pace and may include a software simulation, text, videos, etc. Identify the Target Audience A good instructional designer (technical or not) should always go through the ADDIE process.

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10 Instructional Design Commandments Every Instructional Designer Should Abide By To Help Their Organization Thrive

IT Training Department Blog

If these “commandments” are followed, practiced, and lived each day then the organization will thrive with a learning environment driven by good instructional design practices. This of course is part of the design phase if you’re a fan of ADDIE. So you should always create an engaging learning environment.

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Crafting Corporate IT Training: Begin with the End in Mind

IT Training Department Blog

Starting with the end in mind often means you don’t skip the analysis phase of ADDIE and also use performance objectives (we’ll get to this in a bit) rather than learning objectives. Realistic practice, even in a simulated environment, is significantly more valuable. This is an essential part of planning for the end.

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How Technical Training Paves The Way for A Smoother Transition During Technical Change

IT Training Department Blog

There are many better types of training to provide employees with training for technical changes which is why we specialize in these digital training solutions including: eLearning (with software simulations, etc.) The ADDIE model is an excellent process for creating effective technical training during technical changes.

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Discover the Power of Training: How User Guides Fall Short Compared to Providing Employees Software Training

IT Training Department Blog

This could include customizing the content to fit their skillset, providing additional support or training, and building an environment that is conducive to learning. Or, it could be as simple as building training that’s specific to employees’ jobs and helps them apply using the software to the work they do daily with it.

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Enhance Corporate Technical Training with The Power of Scenario Based Learning

IT Training Department Blog

This approach not only engages employees on a deeper level but also allows them to experience the consequences of their decisions in a safe environment. We like creating a safe environment to learn with software simulations. That’s why software simulations that give employees a safe learning environment are ideal.