learnWorlds

JANUARY 12, 2024

Ever felt like online learning could use a bit more… magic? Well, this is where community management swoops in as the game-changer. It’s not just about courses and textbooks anymore-it’s about creating spaces where people can learn, connect, and be inspired. That’s a solid win for teamwork and collaboration!

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 13, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Twitter as Social Learning: Seven Ways to Facilitate the Exchange of Information by Paul on March 14, 2011 in social learning Most of us in the adult learning industry have already found and incorporated Twitter into our everyday lives.

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learnWorlds

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The power of community in online education is not just a trend but a game-changer. It’s no longer about passive learning; it’s about forging connections and sparking meaningful interactions to improve the entire learning experience. It facilitates the student-instructor interaction.

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LearnDash

JANUARY 26, 2017

This is the year we double-down on social learning. It is time for learning program developers to strive for something more. However, there are so many other courses out there that could be better if they leveraged social learning concepts. It is about creating community over courses. It’s easy.

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Learnnovators

MARCH 22, 2015

.” – Albert Bandura (Originator of Social Learning Theory). “ We’re still seeing an avoidance of social learning, the continual use of courses as the only solution, and consequently organizations that can’t adapt fast enough.” – Clark Quinn. How will social learning evolve in the coming years?

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Paradiso

MAY 28, 2024

In today’s dynamic business environment, continuous learning and professional development are essential for businesses to thrive. The Chamber of Commerce offers invaluable tools, networking opportunities, and educational programs essential to helping local businesses and entrepreneurs succeed.

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Association Learning Management System LMS Learning Management System Blended Learning 91

Clark Quinn

JULY 5, 2023

The Internet Time Alliance Memorial Award , in memory of Jay Cross , is presented to a workplace learning professional who has contributed in positive ways to the field of Informal Learning and is reflective of Jay‘s lifetime of work. They share their work in public and often challenge conventional wisdom.

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Online education using WordPress as LMS

JUNE 24, 2022

Are you still using that traditional training method to skill-building programs? Social learning is an interactive experience with hands-on activities that increase employees interest and engagement in the training. Social Learning Within The Organization. Continuous Learning Culture Within Organization.

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Infopro Learning

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The five steps below can help leaders in the field of learning steer the ship through this transition. The first thing is that learning leaders should clearly understand the need for training programs. Providing badges and rewards at the end of any course module will add learner interest and engagement to the training program.

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Jane Hart

MAY 18, 2016

Setting up and running an online community takes time and effort. In this online workshop we look at how to support the planning, launch and running of an online community. This 4-week online workshop covers the following topics: Planning the community. Launching the community. Encouraging engagement. Measuring success.

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Matrix

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Just as you would do when beginning the design process for a new learning module, a needs assessment is paramount. The whole point of having online learning communities is to help the learners, so you have to find out what they want and need. With learning moving online, it’s important to cater to all learner needs.

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Learnnovators

MAY 11, 2015

I have been writing about social learning and its related concepts – communities of practices , working out loud and skills for the networked world for quite some time now. The catch is that “social learning” cannot just be implemented or enforced. Nor can one be sent off to attend a class on social learning.

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Social Learning Social Integrate Blended Learning 176

Online education using WordPress as LMS

JANUARY 17, 2022

In today’s hybrid world, social networking sites play a greater role in eLearning. Building a learning community helps in collaborative learning and promotes knowledge sharing. In this article, I will outline how to build a learning community with the help of social learning.

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Instancy

AUGUST 31, 2021

This article discusses the concept of a ‘learning community’ that goes far beyond the notion of a course or a learning program. Building a learning community can create an ongoing learning environment. A learning community may include many users, playing many roles.

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Logicearth

MAY 26, 2022

In a recent article for this very blog, I wrote about the importance of cohort-based learning as a way to motivate and empower learners. Cohort-based learning programs usually combine instructor-led live sessions and learning resources, with a significant focus on social learning.

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Community Online Learning Online Social Networks 59

Hurix Digital

JANUARY 31, 2024

This shift has not only redefined employee communication and collaboration but also presented a unique challenge for organizations: adapting their learning and development (L&D) programs to cater to a geographically dispersed workforce. Table of Contents: Why are Virtual and Hybrid L&D Programs Crucial?

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Obsidian Learning

DECEMBER 9, 2019

In a recent blog article, How to Adapt Your Microcontent to Your Employees’ Social Needs , we discussed the importance of addressing social needs at work, and how you can use your microcontent to both educate and to engage/build community. A learning video can fulfill those needs without travel or putting anyone in danger.

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Logicearth

MAY 26, 2022

In a recent article for this very blog, I wrote about the importance of cohort-based learning as a way to motivate and empower learners. Cohort-based learning programs usually combine instructor-led live sessions and learning resources, with a significant focus on social learning.

Community 52

Community Online Learning Online Social Networks 52

Instancy

MARCH 29, 2023

With the advent of technology, learners in both academic and corporate settings now have many options, including eLearning, blended learning, social learning, and mobile learning. Unlike traditional and eLearning, social learning is not necessarily structured or delivered through a pre-determined curriculum.

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Learning Visions

MARCH 30, 2011

These are my live blogged notes from today’s eLearning Guild Webinars with members of the Internet Time Alliance (ITA): Harold Jarche, Charles Jennings, Clark Quinn, Jane Hart, Jay Cross Exploring Social Learning and Smarter Working The questions for the session were sourced from the crowd. Tell your managers what you have learned!

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Dashe & Thomson

AUGUST 11, 2011

Two weeks ago Jane Hart wrote an article titled, Social Learning: to be or not to be? , in which Jane expresses her dislike of the term Social Learning (big S, big L). Jane claims that “Social Learning has come to refer exclusively to the use of social media in top-down, formal learning.”

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Wiki Social Learning Informal Learning Social 189

Learnnovators

MARCH 21, 2015

.” – Albert Bandura (Originator of Social Learning Theory) “ The research isn’t heartening. We’re still seeing an avoidance of social learning, the continual use of courses as the only solution, and consequently organizations that can’t adapt fast enough.” – Clark Quinn. THE JOURNEY. What are the trends? OUR FINDINGS.

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ID Reflections

AUGUST 13, 2011

And my own foray into the world of social media with Twitter. The age of social learning is here. tools and technology, laden with social media tools and apps, fueled by the Pods and the Pads, social business burst upon the scene. The age of Connectivism was truly upon us. Powered by enterprise2.0

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CommPartners

MARCH 5, 2018

Guest blog by Bobby Kaighn, Higher Logic Online learning is valuable, convenient, and scalable, which makes it an ideal benefit for associations. In the last few years, online learning has also proven to be very popular for members who want to advance their careers.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 17, 2016

​. What Makes Social Learning so Interesting? A Comprehensive Examination of Social Media in Our Learning Programs. Not too long ago, connections were forged outside of technological communications and maintained via sheer will. The purpose of effective social learning is to close this gap.

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Social Learning Social Social Media Social Networks 80

Learnnovators

MAY 10, 2015

I have been writing about social learning and its related concepts – communities of practices , working out loud and skills for the networked world for quite some time now. The catch is that “social learning” cannot just be implemented or enforced. Nor can one be sent off to attend a class on social learning.

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Social Learning Social Integrate Blended Learning 100

ATD Learning Technologies

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

When thinking through the design of training programs, learning and development (L&D) teams should not overlook the power of the community, but embrace it. Allison Michaels from Yammer Education Services explains why L&D needs to get over its fear of social learning. Click here to read full version.'

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Matrix

JUNE 30, 2020

Social learning occurs pretty much anytime, anywhere, both through face-to-face interaction in the workplace and online. That’s why L&D departments need to incorporate social learning into all training programs. Read more: 3 useful social learning tips for instructional designers.

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Social Learning Social LMS Social Networks 95

Infopro Learning

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This enhances their learning experience and maintains their engagement. Fun Learning Another thing mLearning does is make learning more fun. Learning leaders can use games, social learning, and innovative technology to make learning exciting.

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Mobile Learning Mobile Blended Learning Brandon Hall 443

ID Reflections

APRIL 10, 2015

I have been writing about social learning and its related concepts – communities of practices , working out loud and skills for the networked world for quite some time now. The catch is that “ social learning” cannot just be implemented or enforced. Nor can one be sent off to attend a class on social learning.

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Learnnovators

MAY 29, 2014

THE JOURNEY: We, like many out there, are of the view that, though most learning designers possess good levels of skills around the traditional training (formal learning) area, their skill levels fall short around the informal or social learning areas. Courses/Programs/Tools. Quotes/Excerpts. “ Articles/Blog Posts.

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Social Learning Social Informal Diversity Training 167

Adobe Captivate

APRIL 22, 2019

If you’re a fan of Adobe Captivate Prime, you may be aware of the new social learning features that were just released. Social learning is an important developing aspect of the learning technology industry. Sometimes we instead help learners connect with people who can support their learning experience.

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Voice Social Learning Blended Learning Social 53

Dashe & Thomson

JUNE 26, 2011

In Kenya, she said, everyone is very community-focused; but here, in the United States, we function as completely separate individuals. She described how she and her Kenyan friends get together frequently for an entire day to cook, talk, braid each other’s hair, and learn things from each other. But that is what community is all about.

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Superb Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

One of the big challenges with many online learning programs is the low completion rates. These low completion rates mean that the full impact of the program is not received, and the desired transformation does not happen. With a strong focus on community and collaborative learning, CBCs focus more on the individual learners.

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Instancy

MARCH 3, 2021

Social learning became the go-to workplace training approach during COVID-induced lockdowns. Read on to understand why you must adopt social learning as the way going forward in an age where managing remote teams is the new norm. Social Learning theory is no novelty. Is Social Learning Nature or Nurture?

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Wahoo Learning

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

One of the best ways to aid channel partner success is to supply them with a training program with specific courses focused on their role and business. Here are the key steps to take when monetising your channel partner training program: 1. Certification and compliance management: Track and manage necessary certifications.

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WBT Systems

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

I bet one or more of the top results came from a message board or discussion forum for an online community, where someone else was seeking answers from their peers on a similar topic? They do this through a variety of platforms including websites, social media, email, and increasingly through online communities.

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