The eLearning Coach

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Dimdim has an open source version so developers can integrate it with other software. It also integrates with a few open source eLearning tools. The collaborative feature lets participants get in the act with capabilities for marking up documents as well using as a shared, multipage whiteboard.

Social Media 83

Social Media Social Networks Wiki Media 83

The eLearning Coach

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

Emotion and cognition not only interact, but their integration is necessary for adaptive learning. We now know that emotion and cognition are dynamically intertwined and interdependent in terms of both neurology and psychology. The Amygdala and All That. The amygdala is believed to play a key role in emotions.

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Cognitive Social Networks Brain Social Bookmarking 74

The eLearning Coach

MARCH 23, 2010

It also seems appropriate when there isn’t time or budget for recording and syncing visuals and audio, particularly for dummy audio when you need to show sponsors and SMEs how the media elements of an online program will be integrated prior to the recording.

Text-to-Speech 80

Text-to-Speech Diversity Training Voice WAV 80

The eLearning Coach

JULY 21, 2011

Because OutStart views mobile learning as a component of an overall learning strategy rather than a standalone application, Hot Lava Mobile also supports standards-based integration with Learning Management Systems, which allows an LMS to serve as the central point for course administration and tracking for all types of learning, including mobile.

Authoring Tools 74

Authoring Tools Mobile Authoring Outstart 74

The eLearning Coach

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

Elgg provides a private integrated suite of social media tools—within a seamless environment for individuals to use for their own personal learning and for groups to use for formal or informal learning purposes. eLearning Coach: Can you describe the advantages of the social media environment, Elgg?

Social Media 76

Social Media Social Networks Media Social 76

The eLearning Coach

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

Users of social iPhone apps, like Facebook Mobile, LinkedIn, TweetDeck and Seesmic, will have an easy time integrating the iPad into their social media universe. Because the iPad can connect through Wi-Fi and 3G (depending on the model) and has a screen size that makes text legible, it’s ideal for mobile social media activities.

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iPad Online Learning Seesmic iPhone 75

The eLearning Coach

JANUARY 27, 2010

Integrating the perfect voice into an online course, video or slide show enhances the audience’s perception and enjoyment of the program. On the other hand, choosing a voice that doesn’t fit can sometimes feel like fingernails scraping across a blackboard. It takes lots of talent and skill to be a professional narrator.

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Voice Audio Social Networks Sound 67