Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Is the LMS RFP a Necessary Evil? A Request for Proposal (RFP) is one of the most widely used yet controversial tools for learning management systems buyers. Either way, it’s usually foolish to buy an LMS without one. The LMS RFP has developed a bad reputation because it is easily misunderstood.

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Talented Learning

JULY 16, 2019

Although 2000 years have passed since that sign was created, the advice is still relevant – especially if you’re trying to choose the right LMS. How exactly can you avoid missteps when selecting a learning system ? As an independent learning tech consultant, I hear questions like that all the time. Got questions?

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Web Courseworks

NOVEMBER 9, 2015

John Leh runs a firm called Talented Learning and he is quite the talented guy when it comes to speaking about Extended Enterprise LMS. Talented Learning is a news, research and consulting organization dedicated to the advancement of all aspects of extended enterprise learning technology solutions.

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Today, let’s move to the next step – LMS implementation. Choosing an LMS isn’t the end. Here’s how… Ask Me Anything: About LMS Implementation. 1) How difficult is LMS implementation, really ? A decade ago, the LMS space was defined by a handful of well-known employee learning platforms.

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Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

As learning systems consultants , we’ve seen our share of organizations abandon LMS platforms that once seemed like ideal solutions. How to Keep That “New LMS” Feeling Alive. There are plenty of things you can do to be sure a new LMS doesn’t meet an untimely end. But all of that is behind you.

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Talented Learning

MAY 29, 2018

LMS vendors, I owe you a post. But since the LMS market is on fire, you’ve probably been too busy to notice. In fact, we just completed two concurrent full-scale LMS selection projects — one for a corporate extended enterprise client and another for an international professional association.

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Talented Learning

OCTOBER 8, 2019

If you’re familiar with Talented Learning, you know we’re fiercely independent consultants focused on one goal – to help you choose the best extended enterprise LMS for your needs. EXTENDED ENTERPRISE LMS AUDIENCES. 3) How does a modern LMS support franchise success? Its popularity spread like wildfire.

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WBT Systems

JUNE 19, 2018

The request for proposal you send to learning management system (LMS) providers is only as good as the process you use to develop your LMS requirements. If you don’t accurately and completely identify and prioritize your real needs during that process, your new LMS will fall short of expectations.

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Talented Learning

MARCH 4, 2020

For instance: Sometimes a buyer seeks technology that is complementary or superior to its own. 2) Broader Reach : The combined customer base will drive stronger content, support, systems integration and technology partnerships around the globe. My View From the LMS Customer Front Lines. 7) Saba is the Better LMS.

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Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Talk with consultants who’ve helped other organizations retool their learning programs. I often see associations with complementary programs teaming up to offer a broader selection of content through ecommerce sites. You can upload those recordings on an LMS. 9) Let’s talk about technology. I also see U.S.

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Adobe Captivate

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

In May, I partnered with a continuing education organization to offer a class on how to select a learning technology platform. The description is below: Has your organization asked you to select a new learning technology platform or learning management system? Decide on your top priorities for an LMS.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Regular readers know that this blog isn’t the only way we share advice with learning technology buyers and sellers. This year we launched our new podcast series, “ The Talented Learning Show “ to showcase one-on-one conversations with experts from across the learning technology community. Top 3 Podcasts of 2018.

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Talented Learning

MAY 14, 2020

Over the last decade many associations slowly started to transform their offering to include some of their education, but rarely all their education, certifications and test prep online via an LMS. Many Types of LMS. In 2020 there are many different types of LMS solutions and hundreds of competing vendors.

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Talented Learning

JULY 11, 2016

With almost 700 LMS vendors in the world, competition for every sales opportunity is fierce. years, I have leveraged that software sales experience as an independent LMS selection consultant. In this capacity, I’ve helped dozens of buyers purchase the right LMS for their organization. LMS Vendor Sales Tips.

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 9, 2018

Welcome to our 4th annual LMS and learning systems “Trends” post! As fiercely independent learning technology analysts, we think a trend isn’t just a fleeting idea that comes and goes like fashion, or a social media hashtag. It directly affects learning technology buyers and sellers. What is a trend, anyway?

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Talented Learning

JANUARY 23, 2018

When we started Talented Learning, there was no independent source of extended enterprise learning technology research, but we knew from experience that the need was real. 2 LMS Evaluation: Expert’s Guide to Making Better Learning Tech Choices. How can you navigate the field of 700+ LMS vendors?

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 17, 2017

I bump into LinkedIn posts from learning professionals who are overwhelmed by LMS challenges. Often, these posts have 287 or more responses from LMS vendors, each claiming they offer the best solution, given the overwhelming evidence provided in the original 2-sentence help request. New LMS Realities. Roll the dice?

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Two years ago, we launched our podcast series, “ The Talented Learning Show “ for convenient access to one-on-one conversations with leading learning technology innovators and practitioners. But what do innovative technologies mean for continuing education providers operating in the real world? Top 3 Podcasts of 2019.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 1, 2016

. In the last two weeks as an LMS selection consultant, I have been on the receiving end of 24 hours of live LMS demos from eight different vendors. The vendors were competing for two unique, extended enterprise LMS opportunities. LMS Buyer Background. LMS Demo Do’s.

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Talented Learning

APRIL 26, 2017

Thanks to a surge in learning technology innovation and greater demand for a workforce with proven professional skills , the business of selling continuing education units ( CEUs ) is growing bigger each day. What is Technology’s Role in Continuing Education? CEUs Meet Employee LMS: Oil Meets Water? 3) Functional Gap.

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Talented Learning

APRIL 18, 2017

Why does everything about the LMS market seem so complex? To find the best learning technology fit , we must sort through various learning platform types, license models , functionality, integration capacity , implementation services (or lack of) and overall costs. The LMS Sandbox: Blessing or Curse? 2) Vendor Identification.

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Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Making Sense of LMS License Models. Throughout the last month, I’ve reviewed 12 RFP responses for 3 different LMS business scenarios: association learning, commercial training and corporate channel/customer education. There are more than 700 LMS vendors today, yet there is no standard usage-based LMS license model.

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Talented Learning

DECEMBER 7, 2016

It is not easy choosing the best LMS for 2016. LMS specialists of every size, shape and focus continue to enter the space with impressive new capabilities. In years past, the same dozen or so vendors competed for all the LMS market share. Finding the Best LMS in a Complex World.

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TalentLMS

MAY 27, 2015

Ryan holds a Master’s degree in Learning Sciences and Technology from the University of Sydney. Her background is in corporate learning and development where she worked on various learning technology platform implementations, technical training, curriculum development and instructional design. Follow him on Twitter, at @ryantracey 4.

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LearnUpon

DECEMBER 15, 2016

It is nearly 13 years since I started working in the LMS space. That time has been split between working on customized LMS implementations (about 8 years) and cloud-based LMS solutions during my time with LearnUpon. Reasons to choose a custom LMS. Pitfalls of a custom LMS solution. LMS Vendor QA. Bug Fixing.

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Talented Learning

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

They needed to streamline their RFP response process. But customers can also self-select into what they need, and we don’t force them into any particular curriculum. In this case, by the time I engage with a vendor, I’ve got everything laid out, so we can replicate it in an LMS and take it to the next level.

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eLearning 24-7

DECEMBER 1, 2014

LMS Report Criteria. For the 2015 report, I decided to utilize a new process for selecting the best of the best, in other words, the top 50 platforms in the world. Bonus areas: Do you include any courses in your LMS for free as part of a value add for clients? NEO LMS (K-12, HE). Why isn’t A or B in this?

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Docebo

AUGUST 12, 2020

Finding a learning management system (LMS) requires a lot of brainstorming and prioritizing to nail down your final system requirements. Don’t jump the gun by writing down your dream functionality and selection criteria just yet. LMS features found in modern, world-class learning suites. Final thoughts. Who you gonna call?

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Talented Learning

MARCH 25, 2020

Throw out your learning technology playbook. Below are tips and action items from three different viewpoints: 1) Tips for Learning Systems Vendors and Consultants. 1) Tips For Learning Systems Vendors and Consultants. Are you in the learning technology or content business ? It’s time to write a new one.

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Talented Learning

AUGUST 1, 2018

In January, I outlined “ 18 LMS trends to watch in 2018.” ” That’s a lot of moving pieces, but it’s also a fair indicator of today’s complex and fluid learning technology landscape. Here’s my latest snapshot from the front lines of the learning technology space: LMS Trends Update.

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Talented Learning

JULY 13, 2017

See More Vendors in our LMS Directory. The Docebo LMS has come a long way since we first reviewed it in 2014. Here was my assessment at that time: Docebo is an excellent option for your first or second internal or extended enterprise LMS. Docebo has built a pure cloud LMS that now supports over 1200 customers. (By

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Limestone Learning

MARCH 28, 2017

Select three effective opening and closing strategies that work online. You’ll discover best practices and lessons learned, gaining insights into how Adventist: Integrated its LMS platform with both a legacy and future-state HRIS. How you can leverage learning analytics with the data generated by your LMS.

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Troy is a “triple threat” learning innovator with deep expertise as a content development practitioner, solutions consultant and technology vendor. Organizations may want to buy your content but they may not want to send their learners to your LMS for access to that content. They may have their own LMS.

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Talented Learning

JUNE 5, 2017

See More Vendors in our LMS Directory. Somehow I made it through more than 3 years without reviewing Adobe Captivate Prime LMS. Immediately, I was directed to my own dedicated area of the LMS and presented with friendly “getting started” video tutorials to learn about key concepts and features before giving them a try.

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learnWorlds

MARCH 30, 2022

Consultant Companies. The list of CE & CS consultants follows alphabetical order from A to Z and there is no preference in regards to the structure of the information presented. LMS implementation. Summary: Consult with Alessandra to help you learn how to create successful customer learning experiences. Meetup Groups.

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Talented Learning

JUNE 20, 2017

See More Vendors in our LMS Directory. The Litmos LMS is a modern, pure cloud-based LMS designed for small and medium organizations with straightforward learning management technology needs. Learners should have no problem using this LMS. WATCH JOHN LEH’S VIDEO REVIEW OF LITMOS LMS NOW!

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Talented Learning

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

At Talented Learning, we help all kinds of organizations big and small find the right LMS for their needs. With 13 years in LMS sales and now nearly 3 years as LMS selection consultants, we’ve been directly involved in $65,000,000 worth of LMS selling and buying. LMS Selection: The Challenge.

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