Mon.Dec 07, 2015

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Situated Cognition In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

TalentLMS

Context is key to creating successful eLearning experiences. Learners must be able to put their knowledge to use outside the virtual classroom, and simulating real world challenges is one of the best ways to achieve this. In this article, I’ll shed light on the situated cognition theory, from its core principles to tips that will help you use it in your next eLearning course.

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Adobe RoboHelp: Sitemaps

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

by Willam van Weelden      RoboHelp 2015 patch 2  introduces a great feature for Responsive HTML5: sitemaps. A sitemap is a file with a list of all topics in your output. Search engines such as Google and Bing use the sitemap to determine which topics are available in your output, boosting findability of your content. If you want to make 1st place on Google, having a sitemap is essential.

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Does Gamification Warrant The Hype?

LearnDash

Gamification has been the buzz word of elearning for the past few years, but during many conversations with elearning professionals I have found that not everyone is convinced about its impact. The question lingers: is gamification still just hype? Since 2012 there has been a steady rise in its use. Back in 2012 the gamification niche of elearning was at $242 million.

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The updated C4LPT Directory of Learning & Performance Tools & Services

Jane Hart

The Centre for Learning & Performance Technologies (C4LPT) Directory of Learning & Performance Tools has been completely updated and revised, and each tool now has its own entry. It also includes new Like buttons for you to rate the tools and platforms listed. It has also been expanded to include a Services category – for both […].

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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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Live, Interactive Online Class: Getting Started with TechSmith Camtasia Studio

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

Using Techsmith Camtasia Studio, you can quickly create videos of just about anything (computer software or PowerPoint presentations) and post your completed lessons on the web, YouTube, Vimeo, or Screencast.com. Your lessons can include videos of actions taken on your computer, animations, audio, quizzes, and surveys. IconLogic's Kevin Siegel will lead this live, 100% hands-on course where you'll be introduced to the essential Camtasia Studio skills you need to know to get up and

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Offline Learning – The Power of Anytime, Anywhere, Any Device Access to E-learning!

Paradiso

Today, e-learning has almost disrupted the traditional education sector (for good that is), and have gone way ahead than wherewithal. Now, it can seamlessly and securely deliver content to the learners without needing them to be physically present to acquire the said knowledge. No doubt, the e-learning facet gained serious ubiquity given the extensive use of mobiles, and hence, more and more courses have started becoming mobile-friendly as well.

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The Responsive Course Design Storyboard Kit

eLearning Brothers

As you may or may not know, Lectora Online has recently released with a new Responsive Course Design feature built in. This feature will be coming to the next release of Lectora Inspire, as well. This feature allows you create Lectora titles that will automatically adjust their layouts based on the screen size and orientation of the device they’re displaying on.

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Technology makes a difference

Learning with e's

Interactive tools engage learners I have often heard the argument that there is no evidence that technology improves learning. This is a vacuous claim that is either a) based on ignorance of the available research literature, or b) possibly the result of a deep seated fear, mistrust or dislike of technology in general. My usual response to such a claim is that children with special educational needs are a classic example of technology improving learning.

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3 Great Tips to Stay Organized

OpenSesame

We live in a world full of never-ending distraction. Our phones and tablets are constantly lighting up with information, and our various social media accounts do not cease to notify us throughout the day. These frequent instances of distraction often sidetrack us from the important tasks we must tackle, often leaving us unorganized. Organization is key to a successful work environment, and without it your productivity could go down the drain.

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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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Easy Branding for Videos using HapYak

HapYak

A picture is worth a thousand words. In that case, videos are made up of frames of hundreds to thousands of pictures, thus exponentially increasing their worth. Such an effective method of communication is an incredibly important asset in almost every industry. From marketing, to ecommerce, to education and corporate training, video gives you a unique medium to get your message out to the world.

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How to Use A User Worklist

DigitalChalk eLearning

Want to learn more on how to use worklist? Follow along and we’ll show you the different ways that you can use one in your organization. A worklist allows you to add multiple users to a list and mass edit their information, register them for a course, email all users in the list, and if need be delete them from your organization. How do I add users to the worklist?

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How Are Your Negotiation Skills?

CLO Magazine

Learning leaders need negotiation skills to help deal with conflict, procure investments and help determine the right development for themselves.

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20,000+ Courses. Available Instantly.

Accord LMS

Accord LMS has integrated the OpenSesame training course catalog. From within the LMS an Administrator can select from thousands of OpenSesame Courses, specify the number of seats and the new Courses will be automatically added onto your existing Accord catalog.

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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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3 Great Tips to Stay Organized

OpenSesame

We live in a world full of never-ending distraction. Our phones and tablets are constantly lighting up with information, and our various social media accounts do not cease to notify us throughout the day. These frequent instances of distraction often sidetrack us from the important tasks we must tackle, often leaving us unorganized. Organization is key to a successful work environment, and without it your productivity could go down the drain.

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Marc My Words: Out with the Old and in with the New by Marc Rosenberg

LearningGuild

It’s the time of year when the experts weigh in with their pronouncements about what’s “out” and what’s “in,” so here is. Marc’s totally non-scientific take on the ins and the outs for our field in 2016. Enjoy! (And feel free to leave your own. prognostications and reactions in the Comments.).

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Wisdom From Martin Luther King Jr. in a Difficult Time

CLO Magazine

As global leaders, we can take the lead in promoting positive values.

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Managing The Remote Workforce: Using eLearning to Increase Productivity

Mindflash

It’s a question that we’ll ponder more and more frequently in the second half of this decade: How do I get the most out of my remote workforce? Whether it’s freelancers, permanent employees working remotely or an employee who works from home once or twice a week, we need to know the answer to this question, and to solve the remote productivity issue moving forward.

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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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Degreed and getAbstract Partner to Power Lifelong Learning

Degreed

Degreed is proud to announce a new partnership with getAbstract , a company that joins us as a leading provider of next-generation enterprise learning and development solutions. This partnership will help employers power a culture of continuous, lifelong learning and career growth, as it will provide mutual customers with seamless, single sign-on access to getAbstract’s valuable compressed knowledge library.

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