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Why Slack Might Become the #1 Tool for Learning

eLearning Architect

The key driver for this was to replace tools such as Yammer, Skype and Jive (which haven't seen much engagement) and to consolidate these platforms into one tool. But for us to get there, we need to see the LMS vendors step up their games to provide a similar feature set to Slack within the LMS. distracted) as the email arrives? . “

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Learning Management Systems: The wrong place to start learning

Coursy

The real issue is that LMS vendors are attempting to position their tools as the center-point for elearning - removing control from the system's end-users: instructors and learners. Only recently (and in limited ways) have LMS vendors started extending tools and offerings beyond simple content sequencing and discussion forums.

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Top 10 eLearning Predictions for 2010

Tony Karrer

Add to this VOIP/Skype, 3G and what’s happening with video on demand. Prediction #7 => Major Merger LMS + Talent Management Vendors Back in 2008, I talked about The Rise and Fall of the LMS as larger LMS vendors moved away from learning management towards talent management and human capital management.