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Ultimate eLearning terms you should know: Part 1 (A-L)

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eLearning is full of specialist terms and acronyms that aren’t always clearly defined. Cognitive load: A theory developed by John Sweller that describes the strain working memory experiences when information is being processed. From API to xAPI, the words we use everyday can be complex and confusing.

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Ultimate eLearning terms you should know: Part 2 (M-Z)

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Today, I’ll complete the list by defining the true meaning of training, from ‘manifest’ to ‘white label’ Let’s dive into the language of learning! SME (subject matter expert): An individual with specialist knowledge about a topic or subject area covered in a course. Missed the first part?

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LMS for Corporate Training and Employee Development

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The following types of users can be found within an organization: An administrator is someone who manages the system; in more user-friendly LMSs, this person may be an IT specialist, but in more complicated LMS, they may also be a course creator. All of the offered training programs comply with SCORM and AICC standards.

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The Ultimate Glossary of eLearning Terms

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Cognitive Load. Involves applying a methodology based on cognitive psychology and instructional theory to create learning content. White-Labelling. With white-labeling, you have the ability to remove.learnupon.com from your sub-domain. Compliance Training. ID (Instructional Design).