Wed.May 14, 2014

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How to Create Clear Learning Objectives

Association eLearning

'The phrase “learning objectives” gets thrown around a lot in discussions about training and development. Courses are supposed to have learning objectives, competencies should be related to them, quiz questions should assess how well they’ve been met, and more. But what are learning objectives? For that matter, why are they important and how do you create them?

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Can eLearning Training Ever Replace Classroom Training?

cogentys

'There is no way around the fact that eLearning is getting very hot and with good reason. eLearning training is cost effective and gets results, but there is still the question: can eLearning. [click link to visit website for full episode, links, other content and more!].

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101 Tips to Motivate the Virtual Learner: Rewards and Recognition

InSync Training

'This is the ninth post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. The first post introduces the series. Motivation Category 8: Provide Rewards and Recognition for Virtual Learning Participation and Success. It feels great to answer a question correctly, and to receive positive feedback from facilitators and peers.

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Entrepreneurial Youth Experience (EYE) Here in Bloomsburg, PA

Kapp Notes

'If you are in the greater Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania area, this post is for you…well actually, it’s for your kids. We are running a 3 day Summer Day Camp from June 16-18th which promises to be lots of fun and great for high school kids. This is the third year of the camp with the mission ot helps students explore their entrepreneurial spirit.

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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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The Best (WordPress) LMS Hosting

LearnDash

'One of the biggest challenges for anyone who is implementing a learning management system is finding a hosting provider that is both reliable and scale-able. Elearning is content heavy, which include videos, images, audio, and the like. There is a lot to maintain, so the hosting must be powerful enough to deliver the content without negatively impacting the user experience with slow load-times and outages.

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5 Way to Make Online Training More Engaging

Mindflash

'Online training designers are not the only ones constantly searching for ways to create more engaging content. Journalists, copywriters, and authors, to name only a few others, must create content that people want to read. No matter your profession, if you create content, the ultimate goal is to create something that provides value. In an effort to increase engagement in online training, instructional designers can l earn a few things from the content marketing profession on how to create enga

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Brain Science: Enable Your Brain to Remember Almost Everything by Art Kohn

LearningGuild

'In his recent columns, Art has explained the nature of memory and ways to change the shape of the. “forgetting curve.” In this column, he adds another important technique for overcoming forgetting: boostering.

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Creating a Video-Based e-Learning Course

Trivantis

'One of the things we love about the Lectora® User Conference is seeing all the creative ways that you—our awesome users—come up with to make online training fun. Here’s a genius example from 2014 Lectora User Conference presenter Andra Serzans of Pfizer Inc. that uses video. The Problem. Andra is a training specialist for Pfizer. She and her team needed to create new training for a Pfizer site in Andover, Massachusetts.

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In Memoriam: Dr. Donald Kirkpatrick by Bill Brandon

LearningGuild

'Dr. Donald Kirkpatrick, professor emeritus, University of Wisconsin, and creator of the Kirkpatrick. Four-level Evaluation Model, passed away May 9, 2014 at the age of 90. We remember his life and. his contributions to the field of workplace learning.

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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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How to Make eLearning Course Text Look Great

OpenSesame

'I see many elearning courses over a year, some published by market-leading elearning agencies. What saddens me is a widespread lack of understanding of how to present text on a screen. If content looks heavy, readers get the subconscious impression that the material is difficult; this only adds to any apprehension they may initially have with your course.

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A Leader’s Lifestyle

Training Industry

'I invested a great deal of energy over the last couple of years in researching, writing and developing a leader’s protocol – a way to bring out the best in every employee. I discovered how to really know what your people want from you, how the x-factor of effective leadership takes form and the return you can expect on effective leadership for your team and you.

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Course of the Week Highlight: Avoid Embarrassing Cross-Cultural Mishaps

OpenSesame

No matter where you work, chances are you’ll interact with coworkers or customers from different backgrounds, cultures, and nationalities. Becoming aware of cultures different from your own or learning the language of your clients will help you avoid embarrassing blunders , in addition to helping you become a more well-rounded and capable leader.

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3 Franchise Training Trends You May Have Missed

cogentys

'It is tough to stay on top of every major trend in franchise training. In this article, we will take a look at how the franchise business is changing. Developments in communication brought about by. [click link to visit website for full episode, links, other content and more!].

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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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How to Make eLearning Course Text Look Great

OpenSesame

I see many elearning courses over a year, some published by market-leading elearning agencies. What saddens me is a widespread lack of understanding of how to present text on a screen. If content looks heavy, readers get the subconscious impression that the material is difficult; this only adds to any apprehension they may initially have with your course.

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Course of the Week Highlight: Avoid Embarrassing Cross-Cultural Mishaps

OpenSesame

'No matter where you work, chances are you''ll interact with coworkers or customers from different backgrounds, cultures, and nationalities. Becoming aware of cultures different from your own or learning the language of your clients will help you avoid embarrassing blunders , in addition to helping you become a more well-rounded and capable leader. Engage with the world!

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