Educators, however, would argue that “informal learning”, although [.]. eLearning association distance learning elearning formal education Google instructional design Jon Aleckson social media Web CourseworksIn the midst of the Digital Age, we have instant access to knowledge that was once difficult or impossible to find. Just Google it”: a modern day mantra. Social Social media discussions have become a common way to obtain information. Relying on listservs to share information among a community of practitioners has evolved into launching social media networks. MORE >>

Since last week, November 9 - 13, was National Distance Learning week, I thought it appropriate to write a post dedicated to distance learning. The United States Distance Learning Association sponsored this week "to promote and celebrate the tremendous.( Tags: eLearning Library Instructor-Led Distance Learning training green United States Distance Learning Association classroom National Distance Learning Week read more ). MORE >>

Yesterday, I presented an overview of e-learning for an audience of classroom trainers and training managers. Among the many things I covered, I included an exercise where they identified advantages and disadvantages of e-learning. Keep in mind, these are classroom trainers that are open to e-learning and the use of technology in training, but they are not the choir. found this exercise enlightening on how trainers outside of the online training realm perceive e-learning and where our strengths and weaknesses lay. Advantages of e-Learning. Anytime/anywhere. MORE >>

Social networks for distance learning. How does it fit with distance learning. Evaluation for Learning. Students use tools for casual activities, not learning. have learning goals. How it will help learning outcomes. Jane Hart’s site for Top Tools for Learning as a place to find tools to use & get recommendations. Extra credit for posting videos & other learning materials. No change in learning outcomes. Distance learning can feel very lonely–social networking can give a sense of belonging. MORE >>

We receive frequent requests to convert ILT courses to e-learning or distance learning. An engaging, effective e-learning course comes out on the other side. Sometimes subject matter experts (SMEs) think that we’ll be able to translate their slides “as is” to an e-learning course. One way that I help the team through this grieving process is with the e-learning course design document. There is usually content that doesn’t make it into the e-learning course due to time constraints or because it can’t be translated online effectively. MORE >>