eFront

APRIL 26, 2013

Let’s start this post by stating that Facebook was not actually created as a learning platform, it can however clearly be used to enhance and support elearning. Facebook makes it easy to network and interact with other virtual students, and because most people know how to use Facebook they don’t need to become familiar with a new platform.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 19, 2011

Without throwing him completely under the bus, I’ll describe him as being late to the social media party but definitely ahead of the curve when it comes to openness to using informal learning elements like social media in his undergraduate courses. I’m going to end with a link to an article about someone else who gets it.

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eFront

NOVEMBER 7, 2010

News from the e-learning frontier Pages Home About Community Free e-Learning Resources Contribute to the e-Learning Community 11/07/2010 Facebook for e-Learning Facebook objective is " to help you connect and share with the people in your life ". 50% of Facebooks active users log on to Facebook in any given day.

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LearnDash

MARCH 27, 2018

That said, not every social media platform works the same way, and your first step in determining if it’s right for you probably involves a closer look at the options available. Here’s a quick guide through the top six social networks, and how you can use them as part of your online course. Create a course group.

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Moodle Journal

OCTOBER 18, 2009

The other day I had an email from our network manager with a link to a BBC news item promoting the use of social networking in colleges using Facebook ; strange that I often go to some lengths in separating social from computer networking during conversations, still.

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The eLearning Coach

JULY 3, 2020

Have you ever considered starting a learning design career in higher education? In this episode, Peter Shea and I discuss the roles that instructional designers play in higher education and what it's like to work in that environment. Have you ever considered starting a learning design career in higher education?

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eLearningMind

MAY 2, 2023

billion active users; it’s the fourth most popular social media platform after YouTube, WhatsApp, and Facebook. But as it turns out, Instagram’s surge and unprecedented success in a sea of failed social media networks (we’re looking at you, Google+) may be more linked to the way the brain works than those #nofilter pictures shared.

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learnWorlds

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Online communities have become pivotal in fostering social interaction , offering support, facilitating professional networking, and enhancing learning opportunities. In this article, we delve into the various types of online communities that have emerged, each serving a distinct purpose and catering to different needs and interests.

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Learnnovators

MARCH 22, 2015

“Today’s organizations are moving towards on-the-go, collaborative social learning, which is where learning is headed, and I think that the future holds more student-centric learning and reality-based education.” – Christopher Pappas (in our interview with him). But only 10% walk the social talk!

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Allison Rossett

JULY 17, 2012

It took 40 years, but with the invention of the Internet and social media tools, Licklider & Taylor’s predication has come true. Educators today are pursuing professional development by building their very own Professional (or Personal) Learning Networks (PLNs). An Educator’s Professional Learning Network.

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Allison Rossett

JULY 17, 2012

It took 40 years, but with the invention of the Internet and social media tools, Licklider & Taylor’s predication has come true. Educators today are pursuing professional development by building their very own Professional (or Personal) Learning Networks (PLNs). An Educator’s Professional Learning Network.

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LearnDash

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Whenever there are popular apps and platforms it seems like it is only a matter of time until we see it used in education. Facebook groups have been used in adult education, even Facebook based learning management systems. YouTube has been a perennial favorite with educators in nearly every sector.

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Jane Hart

AUGUST 4, 2011

A recent article in the WebWorker Daily, Supporting milennials in the workplace , pointed out: “One interesting characteristic of Millenials … is that they tend to rely on their own resources and network of friends or colleagues to try and solve problems before going down the official support path.&#.

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Trivantis

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

When a company, for example, needs to hire an eLearning pro for its next project or to call upon a specialist to join its development team, you will be at the top of the list if you have taken the time to network. LinkedIn and Facebook, as well as other social media sites, are great places to network online.

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learnWorlds

JANUARY 12, 2024

As we delve into each practice, consider them as the keys to unleashing the full potential of your virtual community , ensuring that it becomes a social network where members not only learn but actively contribute, connect, and find value in being part of a collective journey. recipes, tips, hacks, etc.) Pretty cool, isn’t it?

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Learning Visions

AUGUST 22, 2007

Wednesday, August 22, 2007 Half of Companies Blocking Facebook Christy Tucker has been musing on Social Networking as LMS: Problems and Opportunities. One real problem is corporate fear of social networking tools. Posted by Cammy Bean at 11:38 AM Labels: facebook 4comments: Rosetta Thurman said.

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CLO Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2022

This article discusses investing in your own career. Obtaining a certificate for a specific topic provides evidence that you have the education in that topic. Gaining a certification, however, provides evidence of experience, education and meeting a national or industry standard of measurement for that topic.

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CourseArc

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Instructional design is the thoughtful application of design aspects — like color theory, typography, and user experience — to create educational resources. This book should be on the bookshelves of users of online education and new and experienced instructional designers alike. LinkedIn groups. Devlin Peck’s website.

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LearnDash

MARCH 22, 2018

Social media is among the most prominent of these resources , and there’s a strong temptation for many online educators to find creative ways to use it in their course. However, social media isn’t for everyone—or every course. Are you using social media as part of your course, or as a networking and idea-sharing tool?

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Trivantis

JUNE 22, 2015

Facebook may be perceived as a distraction for online learning audiences. In this article, I’ll share a Facebook guide for eLearning professionals explaining why Facebook is such a powerful eLearning tool. The Ultimate Facebook Guide for eLearning Professionals. Why Facebook Is Such a Powerful eLearning Tool.

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Online education using WordPress as LMS

JANUARY 17, 2022

In today’s hybrid world, social networking sites play a greater role in eLearning. In this article, I will outline how to build a learning community with the help of social learning. This seems to be the idea of facilitating social learning among the learners to acquire new skills and knowledge.

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CLO Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2011

The movie The Social Network has been in the news this week — as it’s been for the last six months or so — for racking up eight Academy Award nominations. As any educator likely knows, tests provide more than a way to grade students on what they learned; they’re a means to an end – a vehicle by which students learn.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 28, 2008

Udutu has a beta system out called UdutuTeach and UdutuLearn to turn social networking sites like Facebook into an LMS. tags: lms , facebook , socialnetworking. Udutu brings to the eLearning community the world’s first LMS designed to run on popular Social Networks such as Facebook.

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Learnnovators

MARCH 21, 2015

“Today’s organizations are moving towards on-the-go, collaborative social learning, which is where learning is headed, and I think that the future holds more student-centric learning and reality-based education.” – Christopher Pappas (in our interview with him). But only 10% walk the social talk!

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Adobe Captivate

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

I’ve since started writing chapter summaries (here is the last article ) so people can “preview” some of the great books out there and hopefully end up reading them! Social media and social networking sites allow individuals and groups to collaborate and learn together.

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Upside Learning

JANUARY 6, 2012

With our increasing focus on Game Based Learning, each week sees us sharing interesting articles and resources about Game Based Learning on varied social networking platforms. This article from the MindShift Blog underscores the importance of play in learning. Teaching Science Through Video Game Design.

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Upside Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2010

In continuation to our weekly roundup of the best links shared on Twitter and Facebook, here is a collection of our top 15 links from the last week, each accompanied by a quick brief. This article shares how you can put wikis to work in your classroom. Social Networking: The Future. Where is social networking headed next?

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Technology Enhanced Learning Blog

JULY 26, 2021

My last post, on July 5th, was to announce I’d be off my blog, Twitter, LinkedIn and, for the most part, Facebook too from July 9th. But not yet on Twitter or LinkedIn (kinda – I posted a few updates on the posts I’ve been editing for the ALT blog. Well, on my blog at least. Well, I’ve written this.

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Learning Visions

JUNE 19, 2007

Tuesday, June 19, 2007 Using FaceBook Im trying to expand my horizons a bit these days and have been taking a closer look at a whole bunch of tools out there, including SecondLife and FaceBook. FaceBook seems like such a student-world application, and yet folks say more and more "grown-ups" are using it. But its a start.

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Learning Visions

JULY 26, 2007

Thursday, July 26, 2007 Is Facebook the next Microsoft? Have you seen this article from TechCrunch: Could Facebook Become The Next Microsoft? Posted by Cammy Bean at 12:14 PM Labels: facebook 2comments: Davidsaid. Its just a matter of time before someone new buys Facebook. No, Google is. 8:29 AM Cammy Bean said.

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Association eLearning

FEBRUARY 13, 2014

She is knowledgeable in associations’ use of continuing education and strategic application of technology implementation. When developing continuing education, you typically look to provide high value to your members while keeping costs as low as possible. Share this on Facebook. Share this on LinkedIn. Tweet This!

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fewStones

APRIL 12, 2024

Tutorial videos provide valuable educational content for existing customers and help reduce churn by improving user onboarding and retention. Webinar recordings can be repurposed as on-demand video content to educate and engage both prospects and existing customers.

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Association eLearning

OCTOBER 28, 2014

Earlier this year, Associations Now wrote an article asking whether “binge learning” will become the new “binge watching.” Use these three conditions provided by Csíkszentmihályi Mihály, the “father of flow,” in your online education to help your members achieve learning flow: 1) Goals. Share this on Facebook. Tweet This!

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OpenSesame

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Social networks such as LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook are also ways in which to connect and interact with candidates. With this influx of connectivity, however, it’s easy to get bogged down by an overload of applications or lose focus in your social media recruitment and screening.

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Dashe & Thomson

JUNE 6, 2011

While we at Dashe & Thomson are generally more in touch with advances in learning techniques in the corporate sphere, it’s always good to stay abreast of what’s going on in education generally (after all, the fields are related…). Based on the review, it looks like they’re pulling it off.

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BrainCert

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Digital learning facilitates collaboration among learners and educators. Digital analysis plays a crucial role in improving educational institutions. Engaging Young Learners Using Social Media Platforms Social media use continues to rise among adults, with platforms like Facebook and YouTube being the most popular.

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Upside Learning

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Each week sees us sharing interesting articles (including news, reports, statistics etc.) from various spheres of learning and technology on varied social networking platforms. This article from Understanding Graphics lists and explains 10 reasons you should use color in your visual messages and displays. Read it here.

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