Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 27, 2022

How Research Informs My Work : How research informs my work as an instructional designer, in writing, designing, and justifying my decisions. This was a follow-up post from a Twitter debate about whether and how research is relevant to the work of instructional designers and corporate training professionals.

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CLO Magazine

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

In this article, we discuss our model for collaboration between instructional design and students and the real-time impact it has on program direction and outcomes, including skills, engagement and team building. We began building a masters-level program designed for the industry and supported by experienced leaders. Living our values.

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mLearning Revolution

JUNE 6, 2012

This is one of the reasons why I’m a big fan of Responsive Web Design because it allows us to create content once that intelligently adapts to various screen sizes and devices. Please watch the video and chime in on whether you agree or not in that the iPad is mobile via the poll below: You hear that? Send to Kindle.

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InSync Training

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

Using surveys, polls and feedback tools in the virtual classroom can offset this lack of physical interaction. One major challenge faced by virtual classroom facilitators is the absence of eye contact and body language that they usually rely on in the traditional classroom.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 4, 2011

Integrating Game Design Principles into Instructional Design for e-Learning. Integrate game structures into instructional designs for standard e-learning content. Integrate game structures into instructional designs for standard e-learning content. Most people said “engaging&# in the poll. audience poll).

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Elucidat

JANUARY 13, 2023

If you’re in need of some design tips to drive the impact of your elearning, you’re now covered. We have summarized some of our most noteworthy elearning design tips, so that you can tackle your projects armed with the right strategy. You might have already explored our practical advice on elearning design, via Design Tip Tuesdays.

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Learning Visions

MAY 30, 2014

For those of you responsible for designing learning solutions for your organization, what''s your current mix? Asking because I''m speaking at mLearn Con in a few weeks -- The Accidental Mobile Instructional Designer -- and want to share some real world stats. Thanks for your help!'

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 24, 2022

This post includes links on UX, accessibility, branching scenarios, Twine, instructional design blogs, free/freemium tools, and systems thinking. 7 Articles To Help You Improve Your eLearning Designs. How to Create Branching Scenarios (5 Instructional Design Tips) — The Interactive Story. Branching scenarios and Twine.

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TOPYX LMS

OCTOBER 12, 2017

And, believe it or not, designing this type of program isn’t all that hard to do. 69% of respondents from a recent poll noted that this is what motivates them to actively participate in workplace learning and development (2; Chart). Furthermore, designing the right types of these LMS training programs is imperative for organizations.

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Infopro Learning

AUGUST 2, 2023

Format and Design: Tailor the course content and materials to fit the virtual tools used. And don’t forget to make the design scalable so it can work smoothly in different virtual environments. Sprinkle interactive options like polls, breakout rooms, annotations, and channel chats to get people involved at various levels.

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BrainCert

DECEMBER 12, 2022

With the right authoring tool and a user-friendly graphical user interface (GUI), instructional designers can easily create functional developments that are tailored toward specific learning goals. Defining clear objectives also helps guide both the learning design and development process as learners progress through the course material.

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Infopro Learning

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Soft” skills or professional development skills webinars are harder to design than technical training webinars as designers must creatively turn instructor-led classroom activities into activities that grab the participants through cyberspace. If possible, follow your introduction with a quick survey and poll your audience.

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Clark Quinn

MARCH 7, 2017

I attended a recent Meetup of the Bay Area Learning Design & Technology, and it led to some insights. The topic was Themes from a Hat (topics are polled and then separate discussions are held). The topic was Themes from a Hat (topics are polled and then separate discussions are held). Are you doing good learning design?

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InSync Training

APRIL 1, 2014

This is the seventh post in a series of seven titled Virtual Classroom Tool Design Basics: A Virtual Engagement Primer. Virtual training design doesn''t need to be difficult - but designers do need a working knowledge of the features each virtual classroom tool provides. Surveys, Polls, & Feedback Tools.

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Training Folks

APRIL 3, 2024

These tools can range from simple activities such as quizzes and polls to more complex simulations and virtual reality experiences. With the right tools and techniques, instructional designers can create engaging and effective learning experiences that rival those of traditional classroom settings.

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Mike Taylor

DECEMBER 18, 2020

The third in this awesome series from Mirjam Neelen and Guy Wallace is with the lovely and smart Julie Dirksen, author of “ Design for How People Learn ”. Quick & easy polls that are easy to share. 3 Questions Answered By An L&D Giant: Julie Dirksen. A few other things just because I can. Where You Can Find Me.

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CommLab India

MAY 13, 2022

Read on to get useful tips on how to design engaging interactivities. Virtual Instructor-led Training (VILT) is becoming the buzzword in corporate training world in present times. The success of VILT programs depends on the interactivities and collaboration.

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Learning Rebels

MAY 6, 2020

With this in mind, let’s discuss the 5 Steps to designing your successful blended learning strategy. Blended Design Delivery Methods. A good blended learning program can be designed to deliver training entirely through distance learning approaches. That’s not a blend, it’s a technical hodgepodge.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

I received a question today that I can’t really answer, so I’m hoping that some of you out there who have actual degrees in instructional design can help me out. When I polled people on how you learn about accessibility earlier this year, only 1 person indicated they learned about accessibility from a formal course.

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Clarity Consultants

MAY 26, 2023

Bring in an instructional design agency. We’re breaking down the purpose of a sales enablement program, how important it is for your business, and how instructional design helps make it possible. Thus the importance of instructional design agencies. Not sure where to start? Still not sure if it’s right for you?

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Learning Visions

APRIL 11, 2008

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Friday, April 11, 2008 Instructional Designers Poll: Market Sector and Advanced Degrees My original survey on Instructional Designers and Advanced Degrees had some holes in it. Please take the latest poll!

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Hurix Digital

JANUARY 11, 2024

Emerging Mobile Learning Trends Responsive platforms: With students accessing LMS and courseware on mobile devices, responsive design is a must. Bite-sized microlearning: Short, focused e-lessons designed for small screen consumption enables learning in the moments between daily tasks.

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Matrix

MARCH 30, 2021

Polls, puzzles, games are all great for keeping people interested until the training actually starts. Instructional design has to be engaging. However, when we are talking about e-learning design, several aspects differ from traditional materials. Read more: Taking gamification in training to the next level.

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Aptara

MARCH 20, 2023

One of the biggest challenges has been designing effective training programs that meet the needs of both in-person and remote workers. In this blog post, we will discuss what to keep in mind when designing training for a hybrid workforce and how to implement it effectively.

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Technology Enhanced Learning Blog

APRIL 22, 2020

The third article in my series on living and working during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown takes a look at the work learning/instructional design, learning/education technology, etc is undertaking in these uncertain times. You cannot replace a revision session with an online poll/quiz. Photo by Rodion Kutsaev on Unsplash.

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Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 26, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Wednesday, September 26, 2007 Bloggers New Polling Tool As you may know, Ive been playing around with Polls on this blog. Today I just noticed that Blogger has added a polling tool. What Is Instructional Design? #2

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Hurix Digital

DECEMBER 13, 2021

A professional instructional designer uses several best practices and excellent strategies while designing their courses that help the learner understand, grasp, and retain the content effectively. Best practices in educational program design. Set clear learning goals and objectives. Gamify the content.

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Learning Rebels

MARCH 19, 2020

Create interest in the session via e-mails, through designated training newsletters or through a training department landing page. Open a poll or survey to allow participants to ask questions BEFORE the training begins. One who is the designated facilitator and the other who is the producer. Part One: Communicate expectations.

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eLearningMind

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Design thinking in learning helps reframe any problem or project in a human-centric way. By putting real people, real emotions, and real connection at the heart of learning and development, design thinking in eLearning gives us the right steps toward true mastery. What Makes Design Thinking Unique?

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CLO Magazine

MARCH 10, 2023

However, challenges around learner engagement (boredom, low participation), technical difficulties (unstable or slow internet connection) and miscommunication between instructor and participants (lack of clear body language) continue to frustrate learning designers and participants alike. The brain is built for lifelong learning.

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Mike Taylor

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Novice vs Expert Design Strategies. Common sense tells us that we should design differently for novices than for experts. What might not be as obvious, is that learning experiences designed for the novice can potentially have negative effects when used on experts. I just hope it works as well as it did in the show!) .

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Spark Your Interest

MARCH 26, 2021

But most people aren’t experts in instructional design. Fortunately, with a few proven tips , you can add virtual learning activities to your training design. Polls are a very effective and interactive virtual learning activity to use. Tips for using polls in your virtual learning. Some would say deathly boring.

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 10, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Wednesday, October 10, 2007 Second Life and Gaming Poll Results I dont claim to be a researcher, nor can I claim that the results of polls conducted on this site are in the least bit statistically significant. 5) 25% A lot. (3)

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 30, 2007

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Tuesday, October 30, 2007 Poll Results: Learning Visions Readers The poll results are in. Does this better explain the results of my gaming or second life polls ? What Is Instructional Design? #2 Take the Survey!

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Kapp Notes

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

Another technique that virtual classroom instructional designers can apply is to let participants have some influence on the direction of the action in the classroom in real time, just like we do when we play a game. The instructor asks the students to choose from among the options via a poll. Design Gamification'

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Origin Learning

JUNE 28, 2018

It is designed to work as a filler between meals and cannot fully substitute a full meal. Bite-sized learning is designed to be delivered when its needed the most. The good folks at ATD ran a poll to figure out the ideal duration for microlearning and found some interesting answers. Just-in-Time Learning that Delivers Results.

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Hurix Digital

JUNE 1, 2023

Designed to make the learning curve interactive and fun, these tools can also be used to assess and track students’ learning. Hurix The Hurix online assessment tool is designed to assist teachers in delivering comprehensive assessments. The web-based tool allows teachers to design live quizzes, surveys, and polls.

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