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Accelerated Learning: Where Does It Fit In? | Social Learning Blog

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Some of the students used video cameras to understand the three-dimensionality of the sculptures, others were blindfolded and directed to identify sculptures according to specific criteria, and yet another group were involved in a Q and A session. The students directed their own learning.

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AR: Augmenting the Reality of Learning

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Because Smartphones possess GPS, a camera, and fast graphic chips, they have all the necessary ingredients for a smooth AR experience. How AR can facilitate learning. When it comes to learning, most people think Smartphones will provide the most effective delivery vehicle.

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Video Training – why it’s here to stay

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Of course video doesn’t just mean watching a person go through a presentation on camera. As a result, employees can sit at their laptops at work or at home and watch high-definition video training on their firm’s ERP software, their firm’s products, soft skills, certifications, etc.

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Effective Video Training – Breaking it down

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by using a variety of methods – titles, voiceovers, different camera angles, music. She suggests that the script be written in a way that enhances learning and adheres to ID principles like any other training format. Take a cue from cable – change what’s on the screen every 5-7 seconds. Keep people engaged (!) Show people doing stuff.

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Beyond Corporate Training: How Social Learning is Changing Travel

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Simply point your phone’s camera at the landmark you would like to learn more about and get detailed information instantly with links to more content via Wikipedia and YouTube. The gist of the article is that through the use of mobile applications (like Wikitude World Browser ), travel is becoming much easier and whole lot more fun.

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Three Reasons Why Corporate Training Departments Could Become.

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Today, broadcast quality video can be shot on a digital SLR camera that costs less than $2,000. Want to create something with a little higher production values? A million dollars would barely get you started. A similar trend is taking place in the learning and development industry.