Tue.Aug 27, 2013

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4 Steps to Creating a Portfolio of your eLearning Projects

Raptivity

'This post provides four quick steps on how to create a winning eLearning portfolio. If you already have a portfolio, use these steps to update it. Your next eLearning opportunity may hinge on an updated winning portfolio! 1. Locate all [.].

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eLearning: Want Learners to Retain Data? Reduce Anxiety

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

'by AJ Walther. A quick Google search for "positive affect and cognitive process" will turn up countless scholarly articles and university articles on the subject. In summary: research shows that emotion has the ability to influence cognitive processes like problem solving and attention, among others. I recently came across new research suggesting that when presenting data visualizations, users put in positive mindsets show improved accuracy in interpreting data.

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3 Ways To Intrinsically Motivate Learners

Dashe & Thomson

'The carrot and stick model of motivation is known to work in the short run, but how can you motivate employees to continue interest in eLearning for the long run without constant need to dig up more rewards? I recently read the book Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion, which provided a […] The post 3 Ways To Intrinsically Motivate Learners appeared first on Social Learning Blog.

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A Lesson in Mobile Learning Design from Yelp [#mLearning]

mLearning Revolution

'I love this tweet, because it epitomizes how most people view the mobile experience, often as the “light” version of the desktop: “It looks like you’re on a train. Would you like me to show you the insultingly simplified mobile site?” — Cennydd Bowles (@Cennydd) April 21, 2011. I see this happening everywhere, including in organizations planning a Learning Strategy around mobile devices and desktops.

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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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From managing learning to building an Enterprise Learning Network

Jane Hart

'I’ve recently been working with some organisations helping them use their internal Enterprise Social Network (ESN) to offer a wider range of learning initiatives and inspire a culture of continuous social learning in the workplace. This is an ideal approach to move organizational thinking from a purely training mindset, where the focus is on managing [.].

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GBL Picks, Part 5: Curated Game Based Learning Resources

Knowledge Guru

'The Knowledge Guru team is obviously very interested in the future of game based learning, and right now that future is bright. But not everyone is as informed about the industry. We are setting out to change that. We’re on a mission to educate the Instructional Design community and the decision makers in Training and Development about game based learning and its true potential.

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Hands On: How to Produce Your Own Video Resume

TechSmith Camtasia

'In our first series of blog posts on this topic, we showed some video resume examples that our interns here at TechSmith completed. In this entry, I wanted to talk about the production process when creating your own video resume. In addition, I wanted to share some tips and best practices for shooting, capturing audio, lighting and editing a video resume.

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What is a flipped classroom and how can it help me?

Adobe Captivate

'Flipped Classroom (sometimes called flipped teaching) is an approach to education that blends both online instruction and offline learning. Generally in Flipped Classrooms the online learning is done with videos and quizzes offered offline and this gives the teacher more time to spend engaging directly with learners in activities and exercises during class.

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Diversity or conformity?

Learning with e's

'''You can have it in any colour you like, so long as it''s black'' - Henry Ford on the Model T Ford Motorcar. Henry Ford built motor vehicles. Each was identical, and because of the economy of scale, the industrial process he put into place produced affordable vehicles for many, whilst still making a sizeable profit for the company. His batch processed, large scale industrial model rationalised resources, maximised the labour of his work force and minimised errors and guesswork.

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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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Study: 82 Percent of Employees Stay Connected to the Office on Vacation

CLO Magazine

'More workers are checking in on work while on vacation, a new survey shows, with almost half reporting to do so multiple times per day. Atlanta — Aug. 26 As Labor Day weekend approaches, many workers are preparing to get a final taste of summer with trips to the beach with family and friends. However, a new survey from virtual meeting provider PGi found that 42 percent of U.S. employees choose to check in with the office once a day while on vacation and 40 percent report checking in multi

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Can eLearning Help Avoid Discrimination in the Workplace?

OpenSesame

'We already know through yesterday''s post on implementing a diversity initiative that elearning courses focused on diversity can help train your employes on how to be more culturally competent and understanding. With a better understanding of each other''s cultures and our own biases, employees are more open to ideas and often develop better problem-solving skills.

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CLOs Need and Want External Help

CLO Magazine

'Most enterprises that outsource learning are satisfied with their external providers and expect to increase spending levels. Companies consistently need effective learning programs to transfer knowledge and skills to employees, customers and partners, to retain employees and to improve speed to proficiency. But the approach to develop knowledge transfer capability can vary between organizations.

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Schoology Best for Managing Classrooms: American Association of School Librarians by News Editor

LearningGuild

'Schoology apps best for mobile 1:1 learning, says AASL.

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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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Do You Have a Learning Management Strategy?

CLO Magazine

'Before implementing a learning program, learning leaders need to know what they hope to achieve, writes blogger David Vance.

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Lights, Camera, eLearning: What Project Managers and Hollywood Directors Have in Common

Association eLearning

'I recently watched a sci-fi movie with tons of special effects. I’m always amazed at how these massive productions begin with someone’s imagination and evolve into the magnificent movies we see on screen. While watching the film, it occurred to me that there are a lot of similarities between producing a movie and producing an eLearning project. In both cases, there are various types of people doing different tasks, all working towards a common goal.

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Two Simple Ways to Improve Action from eLearning

Mindflash

'Too many eLearning courses are lectures in the form of slides with content that learners must either read or listen to. The content usually contains abstract topics, such as processes, that learners are then expected to apply in real life. The problem is that there is a gap between a concept in a course and applying it in action. . If this gap is too large, what is learned may not transfer to new behaviors, actions, and job performance.

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Can eLearning Help Avoid Discrimination in the Workplace?

OpenSesame

We already know through yesterday’s post on implementing a diversity initiative that elearning courses focused on diversity can help train your employes on how to be more culturally competent and understanding. With a better understanding of each other’s cultures and our own biases, employees are more open to ideas and often develop better problem-solving skills.

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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,