The Logical Blog by IconLogic

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'by Kevin Siegel      What came first, the chicken or the egg? Wait. before answering that, let's rework that classic question with this: what comes first, the eLearning or the PowerPoint presentation? When developing eLearning, the content is often created in Microsoft PowerPoint first. I'm not going to get into what it takes to create visually compelling PowerPoint presentations (we have a  mini course for that ).

Adobe Captivate 174

Adobe Captivate Microsoft PowerPoint Captivate 174

Origin Learning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Human Resource Management is one of the crucial areas of overall business management. In fact, it can be aptly called as the backbone of an organisation because it provides the human capital without which it is simply not possible to conduct business. Changes in technology combined with a shift in industries’ dynamics and attitudes of people have transformed the role of HR into a more demanding, more agile one.

Resources 231

Resources Trends Management Social Media 231

Jane Hart

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'It’s only a couple of weeks before voting closes in the 8th Annual Learning Tools survey on Friday 19 September, which will result in the Top 100 Tools for Learning 2014 list being revealed on Monday 22 September. There have now been over 900 contributions to the survey, so I’d like to say a big […].

Tools 225

Tools Personal Personalization Survey 225

dVinci Interactive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Yesterday, I was leaving my sister’s house when I saw a peacock walking down the street. A peacock walking down the street in central Pennsylvania? I kept staring at it to make sure, as I had never seen one in the wild in Pennsylvania or anywhere in the US, for that matter. Once I was confident, I reached for my phone. I Googled and within seconds, knew that peacocks were native to Asia and Africa, have established many feral colonies around the world, and have now become fairly common in rural

Performance Support 187

Performance Support Support Performance eLearning Tools 187

Advertisement

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.

Knowledge

Web Courseworks

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Instructional designers and eLearning managers can learn something from Cammy Bean’s book. Here’s a question for the eLearning managers out there: How many members of your instructional design team got involved in the field by accident? As the demand for training within organizations, professional associations, industries, and businesses continues to outpace the supply of formally credentialed instructional designers, individuals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets are often recruited

Instructional Design 185

Instructional Design Blended Learning Instructional Instruction 185

Learnnovators

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

THE QUOTE: “ We have been deeply concerned about the state of elearning. We’ve talked about it, lamented it, grumbled to each other, and wondered how things might change. Finally, we have decided to do something. The Serious eLearning Manifesto is the result.” – The Instigators (The Serious eLearning Manifesto). THE JOURNEY: Like many of you out there, we too are concerned at today’s state of e-learning which follows ‘ the same old way of doing things ’.

Blended Learning 160

Blended Learning Corporate eLearning eLearning Performance Support 160

Clark Quinn

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'As a fan of comics and animations (read: cartoons) in learning, I was pleased to see a small mention of comics in a twitter discussion (triggered by this post ). When I lauded the claim, I was asked what I think of machinima , and I had to think for a bit. My feelings are mixed, so it’s probably worth it to think them through out loud. So, first, machinima are animations made by using characters in 3D virtual worlds or computer games.

Virtual World 158

Virtual World Games Cost Twitter 158

eLearning Brothers

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'When you hear the word “Recipe,” what is the first thing that pops into your mind? For some, it is the final product (or deliciousness) created from the recipe. For others, it is the list of ingredients. necessary to complete the recipe (do I have all the ingredients?). And for others, they think about timing (do I have enough time to create this awesome treat/meal?).

Project 111

Project Management Delicious eLearning 111

TalentLMS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'If you’re reading this post, you already know that e-learning is an important tool for the modern enterprise. You have already deployed, or are preparing to deploy, an LMS platform to cover your organization’s training needs. And you probably already have an intuitive grasp of the ways e-learning can benefit your business and its bottom line.

ROI 96

ROI Metrics Course Ratio 96

Advertisement

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.

Learning

ATD Learning Technologies

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Tech headlines for September 2014 include: Skillsoft to Acquire SumTotal, Top 20 Portal Companies, Phablets Add VR, and Bersin Reports LMS Spending Grows More Than $2.5 Billion. Click here to read full version.

SumTotal 72

SumTotal SkillSoft Portal Version 72

cogentys

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Sometimes the best way to learn how to do something is to first learn what NOT to do. This tip applies to most things in life and it also applies to retail training using e-Learning. Tip One – Don’t. [click link to visit website for full episode, links, other content and more!].

Custom eLearning Development 69

Custom eLearning Development LMS Corporate eLearning Learning Management System 69

OpenSesame

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Have you ever considered opening a restaurant and realized the cost is enormous and the competition is steep? This doesn’t necessarily mean you have to bury your dream. A great alternative to attempting to own and manage a restaurant is opening a food cart! If you live in a high population city you’ve probably passed food carts somewhere along the way.

Customer Service 59

Customer Service Internationalization Alternatives Open 59

ATD Learning Technologies

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Tech headlines for September 2014 include: Skillsoft to Acquire SumTotal, Top 20 Portal Companies, Phablets Add VR, and Bersin Reports LMS Spending Grows More Than $2.5 Billion. Click here to read full version.

SumTotal 40

SumTotal SkillSoft Portal Version 40

Advertisement

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.

Agile

OpenSesame

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

Have you ever considered opening a restaurant and realized the cost is enormous and the competition is steep? This doesn’t necessarily mean you have to bury your dream. A great alternative to attempting to own and manage a restaurant is opening a food cart! If you live in a high population city you’ve probably passed food carts somewhere along the way.

Customer Service 52

Customer Service Internationalization Alternatives Open 52

LearnDash

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Elearning has evolved quite a bit in the past 10 years. Everything from the way the courses are presented to the images used within them (remember ClipArt?). What constitutes quality elearning design and delivery is as cyclical as the fashion industry. For example, one year drop-shadows were all the rage and the next it is all about flat design. Trends go beyond the visuals and can also determine how the content is delivered.

Trends 199

Trends Diversity Training Clipart eLearning 199

Trivantis

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

'Everyone’s talking about knowledge sharing lately, but let’s say you’re still hesitant to join in. We created an informal invitation—really though, it’s a fun infographic—to show you everything you need to know to participate! . Your Everything for e-Learning Place is here to help you get started with CourseMill® Wave and knowledge sharing. Just email us at Info@Lectora.com to learn more.

CourseMill 66

CourseMill Knowledge Informal Lectora 66