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10 Things eLearning Developers Can Learn from Software Developers: Jason Rimmer #devlearn

Learning Visions

'My live blogged notes from Jason Rimmer''s session at DevLearn. Forgive any typos and incoherencies. "eLearning is a Technology Solution." ~ Trina Rimmer Tech: code, defects, platform, tools Solutions: stakeholders, subject matter experts, schedules Focus on what you need to do, not how you''re going to get there. Evolve your process alongside capabilities.

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Navigating the LMS and TMS Market in 2015

Lambda Solutions

'Recent survey results from eLearning! and Government eLearning! Magazines indicate that respondents whom were primarily from the corporate, government, education or non-profit sectors plan to add, change or replace their LMS in the next two years. What percentage of these respondents?—according to researchers, 35% are looking to change their talent and/or learning management system and […] The post Navigating the LMS and TMS Market in 2015 appeared first on Lambda Solutions.

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Performance Reviews Are Bad for Learning

The Performance Improvement Blog

'A survey of SHRM members conducted in August indicates that although most organizations say that a performance management system is important to them, few think that their companies are doing a good job managing performance. Given that having annual and semi-annual formal performance reviews is a key aspect of performance management in nearly all of these organizations, it’s no wonder that HR leaders don’t rate their organizations highly in this regard.

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Top Tips for Responsive eLearning Design #DevLearn

Learning Visions

'Responsive web design.what''s that and what does that look like in eLearning? Check out my slides from today''s session at the eLearning Guild''s DevLearn. I break it down, look at some examples of responsive websites, and then share a whole bunch of examples of responsive eLearning, built with the open source Adapt Framework. Top Tips for Responsive eLearning Design from Cammy Bean For more on Adapt and where it can take you, be sure to visit the Kineo website for more examples and case studie

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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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L&D: We’re here to help you – not control you!

Jane Hart

'In my last post, I shared a tongue-in-cheek image of how some L&D departments feel the need to control all the learning that takes place in their organisation. So In this post I want to share an example of how a L&D department in a smart organisation sees its role as enabling and supporting learning more broadly in the workplace – in this […].

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New User Reporting in ProPanel!

LearnDash

'Today marks the release of LearnDash ProPanel version 1.5! When we first introduced ProPanel last year, it was designed to present an easier way to view user activity and to download the reports from the WordPress admin dashboard. In addition, it came with three unique admin templates. Since our major 2.0 update to the LearnDash core, we made some changes to the structure that now allows us to add some additional reports and capabilities with the ProPanel add-on.

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#Devlearn keynote: Beau Lotto. How perception shapes the universe of the mind

Challenge to Learn

'The opening keynote of day two of DevLearn. Beau Lotto is a neuroscientist. He explained to us how the brains works and how assumptions will determine what we see or hear. Conclusion: Based on how the brain works the only way to really learn is through play!

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Meme-ing the future of eLearning #DevLearn

Learning Visions

'Fun time with memes at the eLearning Guild''s DevLearn 2014. Five presenters (Cammy Bean, Jane Bozarth, Jeannette Campos, Chad Udell, David Kelly 20 slides. 15 seconds a slide. One topic: The Future of e-Learning in Memes. LOTS of laughter. These are my slides.

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#Devlearn Graig Weiss: top 10 authoring tools

Challenge to Learn

'Graig’s overview of the authoring landscape, trends and his top10. Unfortunately Easygenerator did not make his top 10, but you can check us out yourself. Despite that still a great and informative session. He does know the whole landscape.

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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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Beau Lotto #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap

Clark Quinn

'Beau Lotto gave a very interesting keynote that built from perceptual phenomena to a lovely message on learning.

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#DevLearn: Lisa Minogue: What organizations can learn from the MOOC experience

Challenge to Learn

'She presented lessons learned from MOOCs that can be applied to corporate learning. One of the most interesting ideas is to reuse MOOCS content and wrap your corporate context around them.

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L&D: We’re here to help you – not control you!

Jane Hart

'In my last post, I shared a tongue-in-cheek image of how some L&D departments feel the need to control all the learning that takes place in their organisation. So In this post I want to share an example of how a L&D department in a smart organisation sees its role as enabling and supporting learning more broadly in the workplace – in this […].

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#DevLearn session: Kelly and Rimmer:The impact of wearable technology on performance support

Challenge to Learn

'Two hot topics covered in one session. Wearable devices and performance support. David gave a whole bunch of examples with the warning, this is happening today, make sure that you are aware of it. It will come fast and will change our world, start preparing. David has a page with all the details and more.

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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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All About Andragogy: Adult Learning Theory

Trivantis

'When you’re designing e-Learning for adults, you want to make the whole learning experience fit their needs. The Adult Learning Theory—also known as andragogy—is perfect for this. Malcolm Knowles popularized the concept of andragogy in his book The Modern Practice of Adult Education: From Pedagogy to Andragogy. According to Knowles, andragogy has 4 basic assumptions to it: Adults appreciate self-directed learning.

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Avoid These eLearning Horrors – Not Only on Halloween

SHIFT eLearning

'No matter how good you content is, there are a few factors that can totally kill your eLearning courses. If you are looking to create an effective eLearning design, it is essential to eliminate the following four issues.

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10 (Free!) Conferencing Tools

DigitalChalk eLearning

'eLearning professionals are constantly collaborating and meeting with one another, and for many, GoToMeeting is their tool of choice. It is one of the most popular and you can easily host a number of people with no problem. Downside: there is a monthly fee. That means many smaller projects and businesses may not have room in their budget for this conferencing tool.

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Does Your eLearning Give People Nightmares?

OpenSesame

'Have you ever watched an animated movie or played a video game and felt uncomfortable, like something was not quite right? You may have experienced the “uncanny valley.” This theory, first posed by robotics professor Masahiro Mori , states that there is a “valley” where figures look almost human, but not enough to be 100% convincing. This causes us to react with revulsion, because the imperfections cause us to become deeply unsettled.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

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.

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What is an Authoring Tool?

Inquisiq

An eLearning authoring tool is a software package with which you can develop, create and package eLearning content so it is deliverable to end users. Many programs can be considered authoring tools, including Flash and PowerPoint. However, only a specific group of programs include support for eLearning content standards such as SCORM ( S hareable C ontent O bject R eference M odel).

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Does Your eLearning Give People Nightmares?

OpenSesame

Have you ever watched an animated movie or played a video game and felt uncomfortable, like something was not quite right? You may have experienced the “uncanny valley.” This theory, first posed by robotics professor Masahiro Mori , states that there is a “valley” where figures look almost human, but not enough to be 100% convincing. This causes us to react with revulsion, because the imperfections cause us to become deeply unsettled.

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What is an Authoring Tool?

Inquisiq

An eLearning authoring tool is a software package with which you can develop, create and package eLearning content so it is deliverable to end users. Many programs can be considered authoring tools, including Flash and PowerPoint. However, only a specific group of programs include support for eLearning content standards such as SCORM (Shareable Content Object […] The post What is an Authoring Tool?

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Saffron Interactive named as a Top 20 Gamification Company

Saffron Interactive

'TrainingIndustry.com has selected Saffron Interactive as part of its first ever “Top 20 Gamification Companies” list, published this week. Saffron Interactive’s inclusion recognises its history in the area of gamification.

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10 Questions to Ask Before Buying an LMS

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.

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Articulate Storyline 2 Giveaway Winner

eLearningArt

'And the winner of the Articulate Storyline 2 giveaway is… Margie Meacham. Congratulation Margie! Margie- I’ve emailed you your Storyline 2 product key. Enjoy! Best, Bryan.

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10 Must-Read Articles About Gamification

TalentLMS

'It’s hard to disagree with the statement that gamification is a hot topic right now. It definitely is for us at TalentLMS. This week we released a fantastic update for our LMS that allows you to incorporate gamification elements into your own online courses. You can try it out and play with it in your admin panel. To become more knowledgeable and get some theoretical background on it, read those 10 articles we found for you!