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3 Tips on How to Maintain Motivation While Studying

KnowledgeOne

Maintaining high levels of motivation during study sessions is often a struggle; however, backed up by neuroscience, a few study tips could provide a helpful hand. On that note, this article might better explain why trying to multitask is not the best approach when studying: Are we really good at multitasking? Strategist.

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The Limitations of Lecture-Style Training

Jigsaw Interactive

This is the second article in a three-part series about engagement and virtual training. In the last article, we defined what engagement is (and isn’t) in a virtual learning environment. In this article, we will explore the weaknesses of the traditional lecture-style training that currently dominates the training industry.

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Random Thoughts on Passive Learning and Lectures

Kapp Notes

quote brought to my attention by this article Rethinking Direct Instruction in Online Learning. I recently came across a study called Active learning increases student performance in science, engineering, and mathematics written by a host of researchers, Scott Freemana,1, Sarah L. The evidence does not look too good for lectures.

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Best Lecture

Tony Karrer

I just read George Siemens post Will online lectures destroy universities? He makes the point that despite articles like Why free online lectures will destroy universities – unless they get their act together fast : Statements like “universities are obsolete” or “universities are dying” are comical. And untrue.

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Different Types of Lecturers –Not all are Good–Which Inhabit Your Organization

Kapp Notes

People often like to compare game-based learning to lectures. Many people don’t realize there are also different types of lectures and most lecture types are not that good. Many people don’t realize there are also different types of lectures and most lecture types are not that good.

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Plain Language for Course Creators: Enhancing Clarity and Engagement

CourseArc

In this article, we explore how training materials can be revised using plain language to improve the learning experience. Efficiency : Online learning often involves self-paced study, where learners engage with content independently. Plain Language for Course Creators: Enhancing Clarity and Engagement Belo Miguel Cipriani, Ed.D

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Award of Excellence and Innovation in Instructional Design

KnowledgeOne

Theo 202 – Introduction to Biblical Studies is an asynchronous online course Concordia University offers. It intended to initiate students to the Bible and its study. Attention is paid to diverse approaches of interpretation, which are used in historical, literary, or theological studies of the Bible.