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The Sound of Silence | Social Learning Blog

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For an excellent illustration of this problem, check out this great example provided by the always-interesting Cathy Moore (click the image to launch the Flash player): Courtesy of [link] So, why does narration in eLearning frequently do nothing more than parrot back what’s written on the screen? Think about it. Properly d.

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The Surge of Corporate Training Videos: 6 Styles to Engage Your Learners

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For example, the new level of video quality from news sources like The New York Times is drastically different than a 6 o’clock news format. companies with annual sales exceeding $500 million characterize video as both a “critical information source" and as a medium that drives employees to take action.

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How to Improve Learning Outcomes With Performance Support

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Fortunately, performance support systems have received more attention in recent years, thanks to a broader trend toward informal learning strategies. Here’s a quick sampling of the performance support options available: Job aids, quick reference guides and tip sheets qualify as performance support.

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More on Re-evaluating Evaluation – Jack Phillips and ROI

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For example, did the participants not learn (Level 2) or were they not able to successfully apply the new learning on the job (Level 3)? Now, you should know that calculating ROI is not an easy process, but I found a great step-by-step example of Jack Phillip’s process for calculating ROI from the Leopard Learning Blog.

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