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Generational Differences

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Most eLearning professionals know the importance of incorporating a variety of visual, auditory and kinesthetic activities. However, what many course creators do not realize is that generational differences also play a tremendous role in successful eLearning design. Millennials : Millennials (Born 1981-2000).

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Role of Interactivity in eLearning

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eLearning professionals always struggle to find ways to present information in fun and engaging ways. This is where interactive eLearning comes into play. Not only has eLearning interactivity been proven to activate long-term memory, but it also improves attention, promotes motivation, and enhances knowledge retention.

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12 Helpful Resources for Instructional Design

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Since instructional designers develop so many types of resources—like eLearning courses, instructors’ manuals for classroom use, learning games, training courses for use in workplaces—there are always new skills to pick up. The eLearning Designer’s Academy. Freelance Instructional Designers, eLearning Developers, & LXDs.

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Navigating the Journey to Teaching and Learning Online: Step 3

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PK-5: ESL GamesGames for learning English as a second language. PK-5: Education.com – Free access to lesson plans, worksheets, and online games. PK-5: Minecraft: Education – Open world game that promotes problem solving. Try fun online fitness classes. Explore art and music.

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Navigating the Journey to Teaching and Learning Online: Step 3

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PK-5: ESL GamesGames for learning English as a second language. PK-5: Education.com – Free access to lesson plans, worksheets, and online games. PK-5: Minecraft: Education – Open world game that promotes problem solving. Try fun online fitness classes. Explore art and music.

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Are Online Courses as Effective as In-Person Education?

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Comparing the effectiveness of eLearning against its in-person peer poses a challenge. Variety – Content can be delivered via richly integrated multimedia (video, simulations, gaming, etc.). On one hand, the rapid growth of Internet technologies has seen a corresponding growth in online education.

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Scenario-Based Learning in a Virtual Classroom

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Scenario-based learning can be used in both eLearning and instructor-led training. Scenarios in eLearning can be highly controlled – no one can go off-script. Putting skin in the game and making mistakes will help learners make sound decisions, and apply their new knowledge and skills to their job.