The Logical Blog by IconLogic
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
by Kevin Siegel When developing eLearning, one important goal is to ensure consistency from object to object. In addition, unless you're a top-notch designer you should use just a few fonts and a limited color palette. (Lest you run the risk of creating an eLearning lesson that, despite your good intentions, is visually overwhelming to your learners.).
Association eLearning
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
I want to apologize. I write about instructional design (ID) all the time but I’ve never stopped to explain what Instructional Designers really do. There are numerous definitions for it and many of them are somewhat wordy and technical. So, here’s my personal definition instead: Instructional design is the art/science of making things make sense. That’s it in a nutshell.
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Administrate
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Meet Phil. Phil is 26 and since graduating from University, he’s been working as the sole Training Coordinator for ‘Worksite Safety Success’, a medium-sized health and safety training company, providing Instructor-led Training to construction workers. You may note that Phil looks rather happy (and wonderfully posed). He’s picturing himself Scuba Read More Published on September 1, 2016.
Gyrus
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
The Role of Coaching in your Learning and Development Program. As summer winds down, and the intense heat we have been experiencing here in Virginia starts to subside, it can only mean one thing. For those of you who do not know where I am going with this, it is finally here! The full gauntlet of college football officially kicks off this weekend! As Learning and Development professionals it is time to ask ourselves… What does this mean to our industry?
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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.
The Performance Improvement Blog
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Microsoft and PopTech have created an eight part video series that describes how the world of work is changing, in both the company workplace and the global workplace. . The videos present these eight core themes: Digital technology and an abundance of information are causing profound changes in the way people work. To be competitive, companies are shifting from a focus on “efficiency of process” to a focus on “effectiveness of outcomes.”.
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Jane Hart
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
The focus of my August Pick of the Posts is social learning, and these posts all include some great graphics too. In It’s Not About “Doing” Social Jane Bozarth (2 August) shows how Pokemon Go gets it right. “Here’s the thing: People talk about their work all the time. And they’ll find someone to talk to about it. They’ll talk about problems.
LearnDash
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Over the years there has been a lot of hype around mobile learning, and with good reason as all indicators show that mobile learning is very much on the rise. Employees and students alike aren’t required to sit at a computer to go through an online course. They can access it from anywhere using smartphones and tablets. From the airport, the grocery store, or on the couch.
Wisetail
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
They crowd your Facebook feed and make your mouth water, but those Tasty cooking videos have a lot to teach us about microlearning and how to use it in your learning management system. The post What Buzzfeed’s “Tasty” Videos Can Teach Us About LMS Microlearning appeared first on Wisetail.
Learnnovators
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Chennai (India). Learnnovators, a leading e-learning company, has Karl Kapp writing a series of blog posts for them on gamification. Karl Kapp is one of the foremost experts and prominent ‘gurus’ on gamification, which is the application of game design techniques to non-game situations. Gamification seeks to engage and motivate people to achieve certain goals by tapping into the basic desires and needs of users, and is today being adopted across a wide variety of corporate and educational contex
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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.
Matrix
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Pictures generally communicate ideas faster than speech or written words. Pictures with people in them are usually more appealing to online users, as these better convey emotions. But any picture can instill some feelings in a an onlooker, when put in the right context. When creating online courses it can be hard to pick and choose the perfect image and put it in the perfect spot in your lesson.
eFront
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Virtual Reality headsets are a dream come true for global gamers, but eLearning professionals should also be excited about this futuristic tech. In this article, we’ll highlight 6 industries that can benefit from virtual reality training, so that you can determine if it’s a good fit for your corporate eLearning strategy. Virtual Reality Training: 6 Industries That Can Benefit Most.
CLO Magazine
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
While doing research for this blog, I looked up famous people who did a little bit of drugs during their creative process before my computer suspiciously started to act up. It’s beyond me what caused the trouble — wink, wink. But be assured, it was all in the name of sharing some quirky, brainy news — particularly around the impact of LSD on language.
SHIFT eLearning
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Why You Need to Prime Your Learners Before They Start Your Courses. You spend a lot of time focusing on engagement within your courses, and this is indeed critical. You need engagement when it comes to employee training, onboard learning, and all other types of courses. But, what you may be overlooking is how to engage learners before they begin these courses.
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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.
CLO Magazine
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Learning leaders aren’t the only top brass who care about workforce development. At least, they shouldn’t be. It takes the metaphoric village — of senior leaders — to skill up today’s workforce. Chief Learning Officer spoke with Benjamin R. Mulling, chief financial officer for TENTE Casters Inc. and chair-emeritus of IMA’s Global Directors, to get his take on what employees at various levels really need from the learning function in order to succeed.
LearnUpon
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
While some people are natural born planners, most of us have to work to develop this important skill. Staying organized, on-task, and on-time is crucial for professional success in eLearning. In this post, Christopher Pappas from eLearningIndustry , shares 6 top tips to help you become a better eLearning planner. All career paths require some degree of planning but it’s absolutely critical in our line of work.
CLO Magazine
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
The role of the chief learning officer is no longer just about developing employees, it’s about developing entire organizations. From building an attractive company culture that empowers employees to take control of their learning experiences, to identifying and shaping company champions who will help grow the business, CLOs have to look at the big picture when it comes to corporate learning.
CommLab India
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Assessments in e-learning courses play a vital role as they measure the learner’s achievement of learning objectives. But, how can you design good assessments that make the exercise fun and non-intimidating? Well, a good option is to gamify your assessments. Here is an infographic on 5 gaming assessments that can be incorporated in e-learning courses.
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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,
cogentys
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
As we have talked about in our Importance of Measuring Humidity post, accurate humidity measurement is crucial. Building owners must be sure to maintain and monitor humidity levels for. [click link to visit website for full episode, links, other content and more!].
CommLab India
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
In my previous blog , we have seen how to assign variable values to questions, let’s now start calculating the stored variable values in the Result page. Go to the Result page. Before creating an action, we need to rename text in the Result page. Select the “Congratulations” textfield, go to the Properties panel where you can see the defult text.
WBT Systems
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
WBT Systems is delighted to announce their sponsorship of the NiUG Discovery 2016 Conference , hosted by NiUG International , April 11-13. At NiUG Discovery, attendees will have the opportunity to advance both their skills and their organization by attending training courses and breakout sessions to ‘Become an iMIS Superhero’! We are very excited to sponsor NiUG Discovery!
Training Industry
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
The sales industry is juggling a lot of buzzwords lately as it works to define a number of related roles and processes: sales training, sales enablement, sales engagement. It’s sometimes difficult to recognize the distinctions, but a salesforce is clearly most productive and equipped for sustainable success when all of these functions are optimized.
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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.
Aptara
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Creating a winning gamification strategy. Gamification has proven to be an effective tool in both academic and business environments. Yet, additional uses of it are quickly cropping up across a wide range of industries, further fastening its reputation for being both valuable and versatile. This practice - which refers to using game-like designs and mechanics in learning and training applications to make them more engaging, entertaining and, ultimately, effective - offers an extensive list of b
HT2 Labs
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Announcing a new, joint MOOC with out friends at GoodPractice which focuses on what managers really need from L&D today. The post New MOOC Exploring What Managers Really Need from L&D Announced by HT2 and GoodPractice appeared first on HT2 Labs.
Everwise
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
In these shifting times that encompass the new Aquarian Age , more and more people are drawing inward and committing to practices such as meditation and yoga to help them find greater fulfillment in this lifetime. What can employers do to support this mindfulness shift within the workplace? What do employees really need from their employer to live full lives both in and out of the office, to keep them productive, happy and striving for what we as human beings all ultimately want: a life well liv
ej4 eLearning
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Einstein once said that any idea “should be as simple as possible—and no more.” He realized that simplicity was a good thing, but like any good thing, there can sometimes be too much of it. The same advice applies to the trend of micro-learning. The slogan behind micro-learning endeavors are “shorter is better.” This is true, to a certain extent. Some vendors and educators are taking this to extremes without truly investigating the ideal length of learning material.
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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.
Docebo
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
How Docebo and Salesforce Come Together for Optimal Sales and Training Potential. Though the idea of linking a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system with a Learning Management System (LMS) doesn’t come up as often as it should, in recent posts we’ve discussed the value of integrating your business’ CRM and LMS , as well as the ROI that can be generated by doing so.
eLearning Brothers
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Recently, in our house, we celebrated several birthdays. Celebrations like birthdays, Christmas, Hanukkah, Mother’s Day, Easter, and so forth always seem to involve some form of gift for others. Well, when it comes to designing your quizzes in Captivate, you can also give yourself a gift. The gift of GIFT files. GIFT stands for General Import Format Technology and is a format by which you can create quiz question outside of Captivate and then import them directly into your eLearning.
CommLab India
SEPTEMBER 1, 2016
Tired of using the same old True/False questions in your e-learning courses? Switching Effect is a new customized interactivity that can be created using Articulate Storyline. This interactivity can be used to give True/False questions a new twist. Here is an example of a switching effect interactivity. The smooth animation effect of the buttons makes the learner actively participate in the quiz.
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