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These applications of AI in learning will transform the future of performance and development

Saffron Interactive

Things move fast in the artificial intelligence sphere. With Elon Musk and other AI influencers calling for a ban on automated deathbots, and an AI bot created by his own. The post These applications of AI in learning will transform the future of performance and development appeared first on Saffron Interactive.

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The Importance of eLearning Style Guides

Association eLearning

Once upon a time not so very long ago, an organization rolled out their latest style guide. It had their color palette, the guidelines for using their logo, the standards for images, and more. In short, all the usual elements of a style guide. Then the organization started hiring contractors to update their existing eLearning courses, so they’d match the new guidelines.

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What L&D can take away from the top 6 talks at Adobe Make It

Kineo

There’s nothing quite as invigorating and inspiring as being surrounded by game-changers. You know, the kind of people who look at the standard practice and ask the question “but what if we did this?” This is the kind of person you’ll find at the Adobe MAKE IT event.

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting Started with ELearning Podcasting – Interview with Tim Green

JoomlaLMS

Last week we shared with you an interview with John Colley, the owner of the “The Optimistic Entrepreneur” podcast, in which John told us about the things to know to get started with eLearning podcasting. The interview got many views. We thought it might be a good idea to dive deeper into the topic of eLearning podcasting and invite one more eLearning podcast owner to our blog.

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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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A comparison between organised and self-organised learning in the workplace

Jane Hart

What is the difference between L&D organised and managed learning AND self-organised and self-managed learning? In the graphic below I have compared some of the activities of both approaches to learning in the workplace.

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The Secret to Adding Context to Training Content

InSync Training

BYTE Session Recap. As we all know, blended learning is all the rage these days! We know that selecting authentic design treatments for each defined learning objective creates the most impactful training experience. While strong instructional design makes a difference for our modern learners , there’s one additional element we can integrate into our programs that further increases the likelihood of learner success: stories!

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When is Self-Directed Learning Right for Corporate Training and Development?

ej4 eLearning

Self-directed learning is any process or system that allows individual learners to direct their own learning, depending on their individual needs and interests. Self-directed learning can include tools for learners to discover their learning needs, set goals, find content to meet those goals, get feedback, and discover new topics. So why on earth would a company want to allow self-directed learning for its own corporate training?

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Proven Way to Structure Your Courses

LearnDash

Creating an online course is easy. Creating a good online course is a different story. Everyone wants people to like the courses they make, but not every course is created equal. You can have two courses on the exact same subject yet one is preferred over the other. Why? When it is all said and done the best courses deliver on their objectives and do so in a way that helps people remember.

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The Magic of the Hero’s Journey in Learning Engagement

Dashe & Thomson

by Shane Lueck. Training needs to be engaging. What else is new? At this point, that concept is exhausted. It’s been the topic du jour of articles, webinars, conference break-out sessions, office meetings, and any other resource you can name. But increasing learning engagement is easier said than done, especially when your content isn’t exactly a page turner.

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11 Tips to Drive Learning Content Consumption

Elevate your member education initiatives This eBook will explore: 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? You’ll discover why measuring content consumption is pivotal for program success and explore effective tactics to boost overall engagement.

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Gamification in EveryDay Life

InSync Training

September’s Blended Learning Hub learning campaign focuses on gamification and game-based learning , both popular modern learning models. I am smiling as I write this; the word ‘gamification’ immediately makes me think, “This is going to be fun!”. One example of gamification that I use every day is my FitBit. It gives me positive feedback when I reach certain levels.

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Reframing the capability framework

E-Learning Provocateur

There once was a time when I didn’t respect the capability framework. I saw it as yet another example of HR fluff. You want me to be innovative? No kidding. And collaborative? What a great idea! And you want me to focus on our customers? Crikey, why didn’t I think of that?! But that was then, and this is now. Now I realise that I severely underestimated the level of support that my colleagues seek in relation to their learning and development.

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Word of Caution About Using Micro-Content

LearnDash

Have you heard? Micro-content is on the rise and will continue to become one of the leading methodologies for course creation. It is no secret that I am a fan of micro-content. In some respects it has even influenced the way content is shared on this very blog. If you aren’t aware of micro-content and how it works then I have written a few pieces on the subject.

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When is Self-Directed Learning Right for Corporate Training and Development?

ej4 eLearning

Self-directed learning is any process or system that allows individual learners to direct their own learning, depending on their individual needs and interests. Self-directed learning can include tools for learners to discover their learning needs, set goals, find content to meet those goals, get feedback, and discover new topics.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Evidence-based L&D

Clark Quinn

Earlier this year, I wrote that L&D was a ‘ Field of Dreams ‘ industry , running on a belief that “if you build it, it is good” There’s strong evidence that we’re not delivering on the needs of the organization. So what is a good basis for finding ways to support people in the moment and develop them over time?

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Webinar: A First Look at Eibhlin’s Quest, Our Newest Storyline Game

eLearning Brothers

Earlier this week, we held a webinar featuring our newest and most exciting Storyline Game Template! Bill Milstid, the developer behind the game, walked us through what the game has to offer to those who download and use the template. Other topics discussed were how to better use Storyline to make true games for eLearners, the development process, and the time required to make such a large project come to life.

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Hire a Service to Manage Your WordPress LMS

LearnDash

WordPress has proven to be an effective learning management system, but only when it’s running properly. The nature of WordPress is that you have to keep an eye on it. If you’re using various plugins and themes then one of the (often daily) tasks you will need to do is run updates. This isn’t hard, and usually this is a smooth experience.

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Team Building Icebreaker for Strangers: 14-Mile, All-Day, Class III Rafting Trip

ej4 eLearning

Working in the training industry you become more observant and appreciative when it comes to well-trained, employee interactions when you shop, dine, travel etc. Last week on vacation in Colorado I went on a 14-mile, all-day rafting trip on the Arkansas River in Brown’s Canyon National Monument with Performance Tours. It was completely out of my comfort zone and really tested my limits.

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Wake Up Your Customer Education Strategy With a New Approach to Content Sharing

Speaker: Tammy Rutherford, Ian McConnell

You invest a lot of time and energy into building training courses for internal use and for your customers and partners. As your reach grows, so does the number of LMSs you need to deliver training to, often both externally and internally. And chances are, you want to deliver that content in a way that’s compatible with every LMS, manageable for administrators, and easy for learners to access.

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Coping with Cognition

Clark Quinn

Our brains are amazing things. They make sense of the world, and have developed language to help us both make better sense together and to communicate our learnings. And yet, this same amazing architecture has some vulnerabilities too. And I just fell prey to one, and it’s making reflect on what we can do, and what we still can’t. Our cognition is powerful, but also limited.

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Are your retail associates prepared to handle a security threat?

Axonify

Did you know 40% of all active shooter events happen in business locations? And retail stores are one of them? That’s an unsettling thought. I don’t want to have to think about terrorist attacks, active shooter events, or armed shoplifters while I’m out shopping—and luckily, I don’t have to, because of people like Chad McIntosh. McIntosh is the Vice President of Asset Protection and Risk Management at Bloomingdale’s, one of the largest retailers in the US.

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Podcast: Bruce Tulgan, Rainmaker Thinking

Learningtogo

We recently caught up and talked about Bruce’s research into this important development in the workplace and how learning professionals may be able to reverse the increasing loss of professional skills at work. In Bruce’s book, you’ll learn more about what skills employers are missing and how we can re-train new and future employees in the basics we used to learn at home.

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4 Hidden Gems of the eLearning Brothers Template Library

eLearning Brothers

eLearning Brothers has one of the most diverse and ever growing library in the eLearning and presenting world. And with so many assets in all of our libraries, it can be very easy to lose track of what is available to you in each offering. For example did you know that there is an “Other” dropdown menu in the Template Library? Didn’t think so! Let’s dive into 4 Hidden Gems of the eLB Template Library.

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Powering Learning Platforms for Personalized Learning Journeys with Generative AI

Explore the transformative synergy of education and technology in 'Powering Learning Platforms.' Uncover the magic of Generative AI shaping personalized learning, revolutionizing your educational journey.

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TWO articles of the week in this week’s MWL Newsletter

Jane Hart

News and articles about Modern Workplace Learning (MWL) selected by Jane Hart for the week 20-26 August 2017.

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How to Sell Online Courses from Your Own Website: The Complete Guide

Sell Courses Online

The post How to Sell Online Courses from Your Own Website: The Complete Guide appeared first on Sell Courses Online. Do you want to sell online courses from your own website? Do you feel overwhelmed with everything that you need to learn and do in order to get started? Don't worry, most course creators getting started face the same issue. And this is the reason I have created this epic, 10,000-word step-by-step guide to help you start from scratch.

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Podcast: Bruce Tulgan, Rainmaker Thinking

Learningtogo

When we started our little podcast last year, many folks were very generous with their time and joined me in great conversations about learning, even though at the time our audience was very, very small. Now that it is starting to grow, I’m excited to bring back our very first guest, Bruce Tulgan , founder of Rainmaker Thinking, a research and management consulting firm, and author of the new book, Bridging the Soft Skills Gap.

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How Microlearning Will Shape the Future of Work

ATD Learning Technologies

When I first started experimenting with microlearning in 2010, Amazon sold one book on the topic: The Didactics of Microlearning. Written in dense academic text translated from German, the book made me feel like I was slogging through an instruction manual for an infinitely complex blender. Today, we are awash in microlearning platforms , certificate programs , conference swag items, and perhaps soon a microlearning flavor of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.

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The Credential Everyone Wants: The PMP Certification

The Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification is one of many professional credentials that is awarded by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. Currently, there are approximately 1.4 million PMI PMPs awarded by PMI, the world’s leading authority on management. The PMP® certification is accredited against the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 and ISO/ANSI 17024 standards.

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6 Steps to Start Making a Video Tutorial Program

TechSmith Camtasia

Creating a video tutorial series is a great go-to strategy for any training program and when done right, it creates a more manageable learning experience, with content that’s easily reusable. To get started, check out our six steps to start making a video tutorial program. #1 Get to Know Your Audience. The first step in creating a great tutorial series is to get to know your audience.

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Webinar Recording and Handout: Tips and Tricks to make the most of multi-state objects in Adobe Captivate (2017 release) – 24th August, 2017 | 9:00 AM PDT

Adobe Captivate

Recording link. Handout. Multi-state objects in Adobe Captivate are a powerhouse of possibilities to create interactions with absolute ease. If you’ve not yet started using multi-state objects to build interactions, now is the time to start using it. You will be delighted to discover this magic mantra to reduce the number of steps to create an interaction, and making your timeline look clutter free.

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The Rapid Rise of Learning Pathways

SHIFT eLearning

We have access to virtually unlimited information at our fingertips these days. Sound instructional design takes all of this information that is whizzing by in all directions and creates structure around it. This structure focuses on concepts consistent with how people learn. Traditionally, this occurred through macro learning opportunities like classes, degrees, and classroom training programs.