Tue.Nov 14, 2017

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3 Benefits of Using Mobisodes for Mobile Learning

Infopro Learning

What are Mobisodes? Mobisodes are short videos for mobile learning developed by Infopro Learning. They are MP4, 3-5 minutes in duration, function as a part of a series, and leverage existing content. For more on what Mobisodes are and why they are useful see this recent article ! As we discussed in that article, we created Mobisodes to overcome the challenges that our customers were facing when developing Mobile Learning , such as delivery and technical requirements, engagement and consumption i

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The Learning & Remembering Equation (Infographic)

Knowledge Guru

The eLearning Guild’s DevLearn 2017 conference showcased numerous learning technology solutions. There was plenty of buzz surrounding digital and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality, augmented reality, interactive video, mobile apps, and games. But the problem with all this hype is that sound learning science risks being ignored.

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The Importance of Your Course Structure

LearnDash

Creating a quality online course isn’t just about content, it also is important to effectively structure the content. Many people who decide to create an online course have no issues coming up with great content. This is especially true if the course happens to be in their area of expertise. It’s just a matter of getting the thoughts from their head onto the computer screen.

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Hearing and Watching Learning Happen

InSync Training

Back in 1922, Thomas Edison once predicted that the motion picture would transform the way we learn: "I believe that the motion picture is destined to revolutionize our educational system and that in a few years it will supplant largely, if not entirely, the use of textbooks.". According to the book, The Flickering Mind, by Todd Oppenheimer, Edison had been “even more pedagogically expansive” back in 1913, when he said that film makes it “possible to touch every branch of human knowledge.”.

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Experience the Benefit of Fully Trainable AI-Powered Learning Companions

As a training manager looking to amplify your team's results, Knowledge Avatars are the next level. Beyond mere chatbots, Knowledge Avatars are companions, interactive tutors ready to educate the urgent information your team needs to excel in their roles. Knowledge Avatars are versatile and adaptable personal coaches! They can be customized with your company's knowledge via a simple upload of your data.

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Podcast with Futurist Bill Jensen: Are You Ready for the Future?

Learningtogo

Futurist, change expert and CEO of the Jensen Group, Bill Jensen (aka “Simpleton Bill”) helps companies, teams, and individuals double their productivity and pursue their passions. Bill has spent the past 25 years studying how work gets done, and I was thrilled to have him join our Brain Matters Online Conference in 2015. Future Strong is his eighth book and we’re featuring it on Margie’s Bookshelf.

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Futurist Bill Jensen: Are You Ready for the Future?

Learningtogo

[link]. Futurist, change expert and CEO of the Jensen Group, Bill Jensen (aka “Simpleton Bill”) helps companies, teams, and individuals double their productivity and pursue their passions. Bill has spent the past 25 years studying how work gets done, and I was thrilled to have him join our Brain Matters Online Conference in 2015. Future Strong is his eighth book and we’re featuring it on Margie’s Bookshelf.

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Train Your Brain with Games

eLearning Brothers

Our eLearning Rockstars Stage was the place to be at DevLearn 2017. We knew the information would be extremely useful to many people so we made sure to record each session and make it available to you! In our first session, we heard from Stephen Baer of The Game Agency. He spoke on the power of games. In this session, you will learn: How playing games can improve problem-solving skills and learning abilities.

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Debunking Learning Myths: 12 Facts About Adult Learning

WBT Systems

If you make your living in the lifelong learning business, you don’t want to rely on obsolete information to do your job. But, unfortunately, you might still hear people espousing some old learning myths, despite the progress neuroscientists and professional development experts have made in understanding how adults learn. We’re here to debunk some of those learning myths, starting with one that has incredible staying power. #1 – The learning style myth: please make it stop!

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How to Add Video Bumpers To Your Videos

TechSmith Camtasia

More and more of us are using visuals to communicate messages and transfer knowledge because it tends to have a big impact on our audiences.One useful type of visual communication is video. Videos are easy to customize, and are a great way to quickly display your personal brand. Let’s take a look at what video bumpers are and how to add them to your videos.

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The Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Customer Learning

Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your organization’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.

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Business Storytelling Models for L&D: Data and the Hero's Journey

Watershed

So far in this blog series, we’ve discussed the importance of data storytelling and covered how to use the STAR model to share your achievements as you might during a job interview. Now, we’ll explore how to draw from Hollywood’s version of storytelling—using the Hero’s Journey framework (departure, initiation, return)—to create an engrossing, transformative story.

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Top Qualities of the Empowered Learner and How to Identify Them

eFront

Seth Godin once said that “ Learning is not done to you. It is something you choose to do ”. And boy, was he right! We know that not all employees embrace training and development opportunities with open arms. In fact, for some employees, words like “workplace training” and “eLearning courses” can be downright fear-inspiring. These learners could be concerned about the time pressure when having to juggle work and training.

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Learning Technology: The Potential of Virtual and Augmented Reality

CLO Magazine

Within the next year, augmented reality will be a reality for most smartphone users. Learning technology expert Anders Gronstedt points out the opportunities this development presents for learning and breaks down the key differences between virtual reality and augmented reality. Tags: augmented reality , learning , learning technology , smartphone , virtual reality.

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A Case Study on Microlearning as Performance Support to Reinforce Existing Training

Adobe Captivate

Microlearning, one of the hottest eLearning trends, is catching attention amongst eLearning fraternity like never before. Our recent discussion on a LinkedIn group received a stream of thoughts and perspectives on microlearning. In this blog, we will discuss the microlearning case study that illustrates how we’ve developed and delivered microlearning course/application as performance support to reinforce existing training.

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

The job market is changing fast, and to stay ahead, your hiring strategy needs to be flexible. With recent economic shifts, more companies are turning to contingent workers for their adaptability and cost savings. In fact, 32% of businesses are already prioritizing contingent over traditional full-time positions. Curious to learn more? In our new guide, you'll discover: The major benefits of incorporating contingent workers into your team.

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Conation? Increasingly of interest.

Litmos

At the recent Association for Educational Computing & Technology conference, Thomas Reeves addressed the topic of conation in his keynote. Conation is an idea that is relatively unknown, yet increasingly of interest. In short, it’s about one’s intention to act (and learn). And that makes all the difference. One of the persistent mistakes that we see in corporate learning is a lack of meaningful evaluation.

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Taking eLearners on a journey using narratives.

Adobe Captivate

My background is in mental health and eLearning, so it’s no surprise that I’m interested in the psychology behind eLearning and why some programs are more effective than others. Over the years in both my training and mental health experience, I have come to realise the immense benefits of narrative therapy and thought I would share those with you today.

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Blended Learning for Corporate Training – The When and the How

CommLab India

Check this blog to know when to use blended learning solutions for training your workforce and how.

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Changing LMS is easier than you think!

LearnUpon

A lot of people want to move away from the frustrating, clunky LMS they are using. Perhaps that includes you? Before you get overwhelmed with the idea of a long drawn out, complicated process, you should know…it’s not like that anymore! If you have never heard of LearnUpon before, let us introduce ourselves. “Hi, we make this process as simple as it can be!

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11 Tips to Drive Learning Content Consumption

Unlock the full potential of your educational initiatives with the 11 Tips to Drive Learning Content Consumption eBook. You’ll uncover: Why measure content consumption rather than (or in addition to) completion rates and member satisfaction? What are some proven tactics to create quality learner content and raise your content consumption rates? Discover the secrets from leading experts in the field, distilled into practical tips that promise to elevate the quality of your educational offerings,

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What Are Your Favorite Go-To Fonts?

Rapid eLearning

I build a lot of templates and shareable files, so I often use system fonts. I do this so I don’t need to worry about fonts not being installed on the other person’s computer. Most of the time I stick with Open Sans. It’s a nice clean font family that has plenty of options. And it’s one people usually have. When it comes to working with fonts, I’m not a designer, so I like to keep it simple.

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The Contact Center Transformation, Part 1: Change is Already Here

PDG

When the world changes around us, how do we react? How do we plan for inevitable change? As the rate of business change continues to accelerate, there are profound implications for contact centers. Some of the relevant trends we see today include: Rapid shift from retail box purchases to online commerce. Customer expectations rising, based on day-to-day predictive interactions.

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Technology to the Rescue of Workplace Safety Training

CommLab India

Enable technology to enable safety in your organization. Read on to find out how.

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eLearning on a Shoestring

bozarthzone

This month's Learning Solutions column revisits a favorite topic of mine: Working with very little budget. For years, it seems that everyone in our field has been looking for ways to produce eLearning on a shoestring. In fact, my debut as a voice in the L&D industry came with publication of my first book, eLearning Solutions on a Shoestring , back in 2005.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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Classic Learning Research in Practice – Triune Brain – Connect to your Audience

Adobe Captivate

We all have those moments that your learning does not seem to connect to the audience, we tend to blame the learners, however it is the learning designer that is to blame. There is a vast amount of academic research available on how we learn … or how we build patterns in our brain … but how can you put all that research into practical use?

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New Template: Scratch to Reveal

Ed App

Looking for a way to engage learners in your content, with a fun, familiar and easy to understand interactive activity? If you've not considered Ed's Scratch to reveal template, you've barely scratched the surface! Using the familiar concept of scratch-to-win cards to engage learners in new content, the scratch to reveal template lets learners actively participate in knowledge transfer.

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Should I record video in-studio or on-location?

Cinecraft

Should I record video in-studio or on-location? Choosing to record video in-studio or on-location can be a critical decision to make during pre-production. To begin, answer this question: What kind of video story are you trying to tell? Depending on the type of video story you are creating, your choice between studio or location, or a combination of the two, will emerge like caramelized onions in a savory rue.

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Business Storytelling Models for L&D: Data and the Hero's Journey

Watershed

In this data storytelling article, we explain how to craft an interesting, compelling business story with your L&D insights using the Hero's Journey.

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10 Questions to Ask Before Buying an LMS

Find your perfect LMS. Choosing the right Learning Management System (LMS) is crucial for your business's success. With so many options available in the market, how do you ensure you make the best choice? This guide is your key to finding the ideal enterprise learning platform for your business. Compiled by industry experts, these questions will help to clarify your needs, prioritize your most essential features, and guide you through the evaluation process.

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User-Generated Video Adds Context, Drives Behavior Change by Pamela S. Hogle

LearningGuild

Adding user-generated video to eLearning provides real-life context that can give learning a powerful boost.

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eLearning Today

Powerhouse Hub

To stay relevant managers must continually adapt and search for new learning solutions.

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User-Generated Video Adds Context, Drives Behavior Change by Pamela S. Hogle

LearningGuild

Adding user-generated video to eLearning provides real-life context that can give learning a powerful boost.