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Microlearning: The Assessment Factor

InSync Training

DECEMBER 26, 2017

There are different points of view on how assessment in microlearning actually plays out. The good news is that microlearning is assessable. There are some variables to consider when sorting out what learners actually gain from these nuggets of information. In fact, there's even research to prove it.

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Assessing Virtual Classroom Facilitation

InSync Training

DECEMBER 5, 2018

How can we assess how things are really going in a virtual facilitation setting? Often, our only feedback comes from “smile sheets,” the surveys at the end of class to see what people thought of the program. But how do these really help guide our professional development when only five out of 30 learners actually filled it out?

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom Assessment Classroom Survey

Evaluating and Assessing Modern Blended Learning Outcomes

InSync Training

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

So it is, that as we consider how to assess a blended learning solution , we need to look at that statement and look at the objectives that required a training solution in the first place – finis origine pendet – “the end depends upon the beginning”.

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101 Tips to Motivate the Virtual Learner: Assess Learning

InSync Training

MAY 8, 2014

Motivation Category 4: Assess Learning. Don''t focus solely on assessing the live interactions and activities. Use a variety of assessment techniques before, during, and after the curriculum. This is the fifth post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. The first post introduces the series.

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Keeping it Real - Ensuring Virtual Learner Success Through Assessment

InSync Training

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

The art in design is that of keeping learners accountable in authentic assessment that ensures students' success in the virtual classroom. We know learners attain more when given the ability to learn in authentic ways, but we believe that assessment is a key piece in the art of keeping learners accountable.

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom Assessment Learner Classroom

Exploring Assessment and Evaluation EdTech Tools and Apps

InSync Training

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

This week, we continue our series on our EdTech toolboxes by diving deeper into assessment and evaluation tools and apps. L ast week, we looked at social and community EdTech tools and apps. The tools that focus on quantifying or qualifying the impact of learning fall into this toolbox compartment.

Evalution

Evalution Assessment Tools Survey

The Value of 3rd Party Accreditation in L&D

InSync Training

MARCH 21, 2023

In the real world, rulers (and every other thing that measures items) has a characteristic that measurement and assessment cognitive psychologists call reliability. Not a great measuring device, particularly if you’re trying to fit the desk through the door.

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Cognitive Assessment Skills Change

InSync Announces "Certified Virtual Learning Coach™"

InSync Training

JANUARY 12, 2023

Training Managers responsible for virtual learning strategies are now able to effectively assess the quality of individuals supporting virtual facilitation, virtual instructional design, and virtual hosting/support, and coach them to virtual excellence. "In

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What Does the A in ADDIE Stand For?

InSync Training

AUGUST 15, 2019

The A in ADDIE stands for assessment , right? On the other hand, an “ assessment ” is defined as, “the act of making a judgment about something. To assess something, you are estimating the value or character of the object.”. Or is it analysis ? I can never remember.

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Instructional Design ADDIE Analysis Assessment

Evaluating a Virtual Instructional Program

InSync Training

JULY 8, 2020

The good news is that current modern virtual classroom platforms give you a variety of tools you can use to assess the effectiveness of your instructional delivery and its effect on learners. The challenges lie in what you measure and how you interpret the results.

Evalution

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When does collaboration add value in the virtual classroom?

InSync Training

APRIL 4, 2014

Determine how you will assess that learners are reaching the desired level of mastery (meeting the learning objectives), keeping the following guidance in mind: If you can test it (or assess using a particular activity) online, you can teach it online. If you aren’t going to assess it, don’t bother teaching it.

Virtual Classroom

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Making Blended Learning Happen

InSync Training

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

The approaches you select will depend on who the learners are, what objectives have been developed, what methods of assessing learning you have designed in alignment with those objectives, and whether or not collaboration will enhance the learning experience.

Blended Learning

Blended Learning Blended Instructional Design Learning

Exploring Augmented and Virtual Reality EdTech Tools and Apps

InSync Training

FEBRUARY 16, 2017

Last week, we looked at assessment and evaluation EdTech tools and apps. This week, we continue our series by diving deeper into augmented and virtual reality tools and apps. These tools and apps enable us to create immersive learning experiences for our learners.

Simulations

Simulations Tools Budget Evalution

Laying the Foundation for Virtual Classroom Facilitation and Design

InSync Training

OCTOBER 1, 2019

For this group of professionals, multiple-week blended learning experiences with rigorously assessed final projects makes sense. Most of these individuals are experienced in supporting traditional classroom environments and have a need to add mastery of the virtual classroom to their existing skill sets.

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom Classroom Design Blended Learning

Critical Components of Constructive Coaching

InSync Training

MAY 23, 2019

Coaching requires personal assessment. This definition reinforces two key ideas: Coaching encourages creative thinking. Through the process, coaches encourage participants to think outside of the proverbial box in order to identify improved ways of doing things.

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9 Terms That Create the Language of Modern Blended Learning

InSync Training

JANUARY 16, 2017

Their goal is to integrate content, exercises, and assessment, into a seamless curriculum, regardless of what delivery technologies or instructional pedagogies are used. Terms like ‘eLearning’ and ‘webinar’ just don’t represent what the modern instructional designer, or Learning Experience Architect , is trying to accomplish.

Blended Learning

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EdTech Tools and Apps For Creating Knowledge-Based Content

InSync Training

JANUARY 19, 2017

We opened this series by introducing six technology toolbox compartments that are used in blended learning to provide content, develop interaction, and perform assessment. Knowing which tools to use in each piece of your modern learning design improves the learning experience.

Knowledge Base

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What Is Tech? Past, Present and Future? And How Will It Matter In the Workforce?

InSync Training

JUNE 6, 2017

We are presented with a problem, we hypothesize/explore/test/attempt/fail/repeat - until we come up with an idea for a solution, and then we assess the data from our trial and error process to improve that solution. Over time we then continue to build on the successes and failures of the process, to continually improve the solution.

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Toolkit Instructional Design Assessment Expert

Virtual Classroom Tool Design Basics: Breakout Rooms

InSync Training

MARCH 24, 2014

The facilitator can assign one or more participants to breakout rooms to complete a self-paced exercise or assessment, or for team competitions. Breakout rooms allow groups of two or more participants to meet and collaborate during a larger live online session. Virtual Classroom - Instructional Design'

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Virtually There: Best Practices for Developing Blended Content that Meets Your Learning Goals

InSync Training

FEBRUARY 21, 2015

You’ve created an instructional design plan that includes validated learning goals and objectives and an assessment plan, and maps the learning outcomes to the most appropriate delivery methodologies. To ensure success, end-to-end project management is critical. Congratulations!

Blended Learning

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Prove the Value of Training to the Business Through Evaluation

InSync Training

MARCH 19, 2019

Evaluating a learning program is by far the best way to highlight its value to all business stakeholders. It also bolsters a culture of continuous improvement. Without measurable results, it's hard to convince the business community that its learning and development (L&D) offerings are effective. Or even necessary.

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Evalution Business Community Culture

An Introduction to Kirkpatrick's Four Levels of Evaluation

InSync Training

MARCH 21, 2019

Measuring and evaluating training makes up a critical piece of the learning implementation process. Without it, we have no idea if our designs have the impact we are hoping for! Thanks to one tried-and-true approach, getting started with an evaluation strategy does not have to cause stress.

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How to Conduct Productive Training Meetings At Work

InSync Training

APRIL 20, 2017

Training and development are extremely important components of employee satisfaction and engagement. Appropriate training and development opportunities also play a factor in your staff's ability to be productive throughout the day.

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Infographic - Implement a Learning and Evaluation Strategy

InSync Training

OCTOBER 7, 2022

A strong evaluation strategy allows you to assess the effectiveness of your virtual learning programs. The industry standard for evaluation is Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels of Evaluation which identifies four levels of training that should be measured distinctly:

Evalution

Evalution Strategy Standards Assessment

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Microlearning: The Assessment Factor

Assessing Virtual Classroom Facilitation

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Evaluating and Assessing Modern Blended Learning Outcomes

101 Tips to Motivate the Virtual Learner: Assess Learning

Keeping it Real - Ensuring Virtual Learner Success Through Assessment

Exploring Assessment and Evaluation EdTech Tools and Apps

The Value of 3rd Party Accreditation in L&D

InSync Announces "Certified Virtual Learning Coach™"

What Does the A in ADDIE Stand For?

Evaluating a Virtual Instructional Program

When does collaboration add value in the virtual classroom?

Making Blended Learning Happen

Exploring Augmented and Virtual Reality EdTech Tools and Apps

Laying the Foundation for Virtual Classroom Facilitation and Design

Critical Components of Constructive Coaching

9 Terms That Create the Language of Modern Blended Learning

EdTech Tools and Apps For Creating Knowledge-Based Content

What Is Tech? Past, Present and Future? And How Will It Matter In the Workforce?

Virtual Classroom Tool Design Basics: Breakout Rooms

Virtually There: Best Practices for Developing Blended Content that Meets Your Learning Goals

Prove the Value of Training to the Business Through Evaluation

An Introduction to Kirkpatrick's Four Levels of Evaluation

How to Conduct Productive Training Meetings At Work

Infographic - Implement a Learning and Evaluation Strategy

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