Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 27, 2011

At first I couldn’t think whether I actually applied how training was delivered to these different types of learners. I found out that Accelerated Learning originated with a theory called “suggestopedia,” developed by a Bulgarian educator named Georgi Lazanov. Again there was a group for each type of learner. Properly d.

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Social Networks Blended Learning Social Learning Blogging 140

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 27, 2011

Because video is, apparently, a perfect manifestation of social learning theory. all factors the adult learner considers when deciding their learning programs and what they intend to glean from it. But why is video so much more effective at accelerating innovation than, say, print – or even eLearning? Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

I see myself as a translator, taking complex ideas and systems and making them easy for a learner to understand. In medical education, “see one, do one, teach one&# is a common mantra. Most recently, Ive been working on training programs for the propane industry. As VP, Instructional Design Services for Dashe & Thomson, Inc.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 15, 2011

Some companies will use “Level 2: Learning” to measure whether the learners have mastered the training course content. McGoldrick described an approach to evaluating training that wasn’t just about changes in learner behavior but about learners integrated with and interacting within their own workplace. But it wasn’t.

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Evalution Social Networks Social Learning Blended Learning 160

Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 30, 2010

It’s hard to overstate the importance of learner engagement when teaching complex new material, and in this case the $2 whiteboard is far more effective at gaining that engagement. He contrasts two teaching methods that involve different kinds of whiteboards: one that costs $2,000, and one that costs $2. Properly d.

Social Networks 124

Social Networks Blended Learning Social Wiki 124

Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Before you commit to delivering a project based on these ratios (or buying services from someone based on them), it is useful to keep a few things in mind about eLearning Development Ratios: 1. Keep in mind, we were talking about 44 hours of learner time – developed in both instructor-led and eLearning formats).

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Ratio Social Networks Blended Learning Off-shore 167

Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Mobile learning should be a fast, easy user experience where learners can access a “robust library of content” and communicate with others. They are the epitome of a just-in-time device. So why not utilize these JIT devices for the JIT learning that we now demand as a society? Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Mobile learning should be a fast, easy user experience where learners can access a “robust library of content” and communicate with others. They are the epitome of a just-in-time device. So why not utilize these JIT devices for the JIT learning that we now demand as a society? Properly d.

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Blended Learning Social Networks Roles Mobile 100

Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 8, 2011

The gist of it was that even though we have an enormous amount of tools available to enable social learning across far reaching boundaries, the self-study type of eLearning seen in so many workplaces today can potentially cut learners off from any type of social interaction during the course of the learning.

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Blended Learning Social Learning Social Social Networks 145

Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 21, 2011

The eLearning modules act as the “lecture”, which learners do on their own time. The now-common blended learning practice of assigning one or more eLearning modules prior to attending classroom training is similar to the Khan/schoolteacher model. Properly d.

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Docebo

MARCH 2, 2022

Needless to say, adults learn best in circumstances where: There’s the opportunity to practice : the information learned is relevant and has an abundance of scenarios where the learner can use it. This model is well known to produce a direct and positive impact on learner engagement and encourages learning that sticks.

Blended Learning 170

Blended Learning Docebo LMS Mentoring 170

Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 21, 2011

We are moving, albeit in fits and starts, from traditional learning environments, where curriculum are essentially assigned to learners, to more collaborative and innovative environments where learners can self-direct their learning and participate in communities of passion. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 14, 2011

View all posts by Jolene → ← Work as Improv Theater: Teaching the Right-Brained Learner The Freemium Three: Three Free Tools That Will Work Wonders For Your Next Training Project. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In Properly d.

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Social Networks Blended Learning Wiki Delicious 113

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 14, 2011

View all posts by Jolene → ← Work as Improv Theater: Teaching the Right-Brained Learner The Freemium Three: Three Free Tools That Will Work Wonders For Your Next Training Project. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In Properly d.

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Social Networks Social Learning Blended Learning Blogging 113

Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Before you commit to delivering a project based on these ratios (or buying services from someone based on them), it is useful to keep a few things in mind about eLearning Development Ratios: 1. Keep in mind, we were talking about 44 hours of learner time – developed in both instructor-led and eLearning formats).

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Ratio Social Networks Blended Learning Off-shore 133

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 7, 2011

I’m not saying it’s the end-all, be-all for LMS but it may just engage a few more learners that would normally have shut the training, or their brains, off. This takes nothing away from the fact that millions of people use Facebook, are comfortable with Facebook, like Facebook and may prefer to learn using Facebook. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 7, 2011

I’m not saying it’s the end-all, be-all for LMS but it may just engage a few more learners that would normally have shut the training, or their brains, off. This takes nothing away from the fact that millions of people use Facebook, are comfortable with Facebook, like Facebook and may prefer to learn using Facebook. Properly d.

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Social Networks Facebook Blended Learning Enterprise 100

Docebo

MAY 8, 2018

While, there remains a need for formal training environments to meet specific learning outcomes, but the necessity for organizations to leverage platforms that enable social and informal learning, where learners network, share, collaborate and exchange ideas to solve problems, is paramount. Need proof? What is Social Learning?

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Social Learning Adoption Adopt Social 171

Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 29, 2011

I see myself as a translator, taking complex ideas and systems and making them easy for a learner to understand. Most recently, Ive been working on training programs for the propane industry. As VP, Instructional Design Services for Dashe & Thomson, Inc. View all posts by Andrea → ← Accelerated Learning: Where Does It Fit In?

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Social Networks Blended Learning Wiki Delicious 145

Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

I see myself as a translator, taking complex ideas and systems and making them easy for a learner to understand. Most recently, Ive been working on training programs for the propane industry. As VP, Instructional Design Services for Dashe & Thomson, Inc. View all posts by Andrea → ← Web-Based, Instructor-Led, EPSS? Properly d.

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Social Networks Blended Learning Tools Tips 100

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

I see myself as a translator, taking complex ideas and systems and making them easy for a learner to understand. Most recently, Ive been working on training programs for the propane industry. As VP, Instructional Design Services for Dashe & Thomson, Inc. View all posts by Andrea → ← Web-Based, Instructor-Led, EPSS? Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

When engaging the learner, we must think about her sense of indwelling, because that is her greatest source of inspiration, but it is also the largest reservoir she has of tacit knowledge. Without the boundary set by the assignment there would be no medium for growth. Properly d.

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EI Design

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

This article outlines how you can use social learning effectively to engage your learners. How Can You Use Social Learning To Engage Learners? The current dynamics (advent of social media channels, technology, and changing learner profiles) have accelerated its adoption by organizations now. It appeals only to Millennials.

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Social Learning Social Case Study Learner 40

Roundtable Learning

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

They found that learners obtain knowledge best when doing hands-on activities because it enables them to discover and refine their job-related skills, make informed decisions, and tackle challenges at work. Proper performance support is key throughout the application of this model to ensure that learners feel supported and guided at work. .

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Blended Learning Ratio Guidelines Performance Support 97

TalentLMS

MAY 16, 2016

While retouching social learning theories is a requirement for this article, we cannot overstate the benefits this effort can incur for training professionals. In this post, we uncover some social eLearning strategies that will help harness better engagement and involvement for your learners. What is Social Learning?

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Social Learning Social Cognitive eLearning Strategy 74

TechSmith Camtasia

APRIL 4, 2017

I was recently in a conference workshop with Shannon Tipton (Learning Rebels) , and she made a bold statement, which was to the effect: Throw out the learning objective and focus on what you want the learner to actually do. Your learners also benefit. By narrowing your scope, your video will be more focused, and easier to create.

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Video Association Learning Management System Learning Objects LMS 79

Growth Engineering

MAY 25, 2017

Who knew ratios could be so tasty? To reach our full potential we need to base our learning on theory and facts. To succeed, you first need to understand the rules of the road and theory that supports your growing practical skills. Formal learning is the theory and facts that informal learning builds on.

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Social Learning Blended Learning Theory Virtual World 68

eLearning Weekly

OCTOBER 13, 2010

Although, that ratio, 18:1, might mean that a class with two teachers could have 36 students. With elearning–self-paced, web-based training–there is no teacher, so the ratio is imaginary and moot. The Dreyfus model shows how learners acquire skills from various training. But is class size insignificant?

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EI Design

AUGUST 30, 2018

The reason social learning is finally gaining acceptance for employee training is on account of many factors notably: Changing learner profiles and they are clear on how they want to learn. As I have highlighted earlier, the social learning concept is not a new concept, and there are several theories that support it.

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Matrix

JANUARY 3, 2017

You start with the theory, then get directions from an instructor, and the rest is up to you to practice, observe others, ask questions and get feedback. So before deciding the ratio of informal and collaborative learning, do a thorough check on who your learners are. Learning never stops. It’s a repetitive pattern.

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Organization Pattern PENS Ratio 41

eFront

JULY 14, 2016

Pedagogy and andragogy research indicate a higher order of thinking induced in the learner when they are encouraged to maintain certain reflective practices. After receiving feedback from the course mentor or training manager, the learner modifies their performance and behavior accordingly. What have you learned from the experience?

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Methods Environment Compliance Training eLearning Strategy 40

Continu

MARCH 5, 2020

Some of the newer features make managing content easier, an ability to personalize courses, better collaboration, and easier ways to connect with learners. Build manager to employee ratios for better company relationships. Ticken, Swiss Federation of Samaritans, Theorie Examen Trainer, BitSpec, and TrainingCourse.com.

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Track Compliance Training Authoring Tools Blended Learning 59

Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

Just as water will always find its own level by the path of least resistance, individual learners, working in collaboration and unhampered by the precepts of authority, tend to do an excellent job of finding and sharing what they need to know efficiently and effectively, even if they don’t necessarily know what they are looking for to begin with.

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Big Dog, Little Dog

OCTOBER 5, 2009

Do learners really need learning objectives? Gagne says we should inform learners of the objectives to create a level of expectation for the learning. What level of learner engagement are we shooting for? This is called the Hebbian theory of synaptic plasticity and is the classical model for learning. Why do we do this?

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Learning Objects iPod Learning Objectives Brain 32

Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 11, 2011

In his blog post The Death of Textbooks, the Dawn of Learning , Matt MacInnis, Inkling Founder and CEO, writes: Every learner has unique potential … When we engage each person as an individual, there’s hope that every person can fulfill that unique potential. So, what do you think? Properly d.

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Social Networks Instructional Design Blended Learning Social 133

Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 14, 2011

The learner must adapt to how the material is presented, rather than adapting the way the material is presented to each learner. What if we could customize training programs for each learner using adaptive software technology? The former is expected, the latter is currently a daunting prospect in most learning situations.

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Continu

JUNE 23, 2019

We will often release trainings that are “optional” instead of “mandatory” for our learners, and it’s not easy to delineate these two scenarios and it creates some havoc from a reporting perspective.”. Build manager to employee ratios for better company relationships. Poor analytics and reporting.

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