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Plain Language for Course Creators: Enhancing Clarity and Engagement

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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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OER for Precedent

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We have all used the buzzwords, skimmed articles, and attended conferences and presentations with the intention of doing better. Based on the idea of open access, OER is the free, immediate, online use of available research articles with re-use rights. But inequities still exist. We are putting our learners first.

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The Secret to Beating the Forgetting Curve

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If your goal is to retain that knowledge and apply it when new situations require it, studies have shown that your best bet is to learn in smaller doses, and repeat key information over time. This critical realization was the discovery of psychologist Hermann Ebbinghaus , who helped pioneer the study of human memory over a century ago.

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Navigating the Journey to Teaching and Learning Online: Step 3

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6-12: Scholastic Learn at Home – Day-by-day projects and articles. Social Studies and History. Check back to our blog and social media feeds for additional resources and case studies on how our clients are using CourseArc to move their classrooms online. PK-5: Unite Online Library – Digital library with narration.

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12 Helpful Resources for Instructional Design

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Devlin Peck is a freelance instructional designer and his website features videos, tutorials, and articles for instructional designers. Her blog offers design ideas, practical examples, and templates that can help instructional designers at any experience level develop interactive learning materials. Devlin Peck’s website.

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Navigating the Journey to Teaching and Learning Online: Step 3

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6-12: Scholastic Learn at Home – Day-by-day projects and articles. Social Studies and History. PK-5: Unite Online Library – Digital library with narration. PK-5: ESL Games – Games for learning English as a second language. 6-12: The NY Times Picture Prompts – Image driven prompts to inspire writing.

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Top Five Tips to Create Accessible Content

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Here’s an example: in our 12 Helpful Resources for Instructional Design article, we highlight books and websites. See our tool in action and then check back to our blog and social media feeds for additional resources and case studies on how our clients are using CourseArc to move their professional development and training programs online.

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