eLearning Cyclops

OCTOBER 11, 2010

If you are looking for music for your e-learning or educational games, I have a resource for you - mOsno. The right music can add great depth and emotion to e-learning and especially games. Just as any good instructional designer uses or creates graphics that support the learning, use of music and audio should do the same.

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eLearning Cyclops

AUGUST 29, 2009

Every so often I see my fellow bloggers posting lists of what they have in their e-learning toolbox. Here is what I have in my e-learning toolbox and some notes on how I use these tools. Adobe Flash - creating interactive elements, including animation, games, immersive learning simulations, etc.

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eLearning Cyclops

DECEMBER 13, 2009

A free e-book, New Technologies, New Pedagogies: Mobile Learning in Higher Education , is available for free download through the University of Wollongong's Research Online. This book provides examples of m-learning implementation and concludes with some recommended design principles for m-learning.

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eLearning Cyclops

MARCH 6, 2011

Informal learning. This months Big Question at Learning Circuits is regarding assessing the impact of informal learning. Or more specifically: How do you assess whether your informal learning, social learning, continuous learning, performance support initiatives have the desired impact or achieve the desired results?

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eLearning Cyclops

AUGUST 28, 2009

It's hurricane season, so I thought I would add a few hurricane resources to the Free e-Learning page. Here they are: Forces of Nature - National Geographic Hurricanes - KidsKnowIt Network Hurricane Motion Gizmo - ExploreLearning Be Red Cross Ready - American Red Cross Hurricane Preparedness - Propane Exceptional Energy.

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eLearning Cyclops

APRIL 21, 2010

Thankfully, e-learning is prevalent in healthcare and very receptive to the use of games. Like many in e-learning, I am responsible for both design and development along with playing the role of graphic artist too. but that does not mean we can not create e-learning games too.

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eLearning Cyclops

SEPTEMBER 12, 2010

September's Big Question over at the Learning Circuits Blog is regarding use of voice-over in e-learning. So, when have I used narration in e-learning? If you have any e-learning narration tips, I would love to hear them. The question addresses numerous topics regarding the use of audio.

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Voice Simulations Diversity Training Audio 100

eLearning Cyclops

NOVEMBER 13, 2008

As with distance learning and e-learning, m-learning encapsulates many modes of learning. A definition general enough to capture it all could be: A distance learning event delivered, synchronously or asynchronously, via an electronic mobile device. Plus, it leaves room for those applications yet to be innovated.

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eLearning Cyclops

APRIL 25, 2010

When creating e-learning courses I ask stakeholders to sign-off on the final product. To inform the course designer(s) of any future content, policy and procedure changes that affect the on-line learning program. This is only after the review process is complete.

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eLearning Cyclops

MAY 11, 2009

Learning Trends will be hosting a free tour of e-learning examples that are being implemented out there. The event is on May 21st and you can learn more and sign-up at [link]. I am also happy to be participating in Tony Karrer's portion of the tour.

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eLearning Cyclops

OCTOBER 11, 2009

Jane Hart is gathering top ten lists for e-learning tools. Thus far, 203 people in the e-learning field have submitted their list. I have posted my e-learning toolkit in the past, but not what I necessarily consider my "top e-learning tools." So, here are my top 10 e-learning tools. old habits are hard to break.

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eLearning Cyclops

JULY 12, 2010

You can find it listed at Google Labs and can learn more about it at [link]. There is obvious potential for m-learning, including quizzes , educational games, mini-courses, informal learning. Google is releasing App Inventor for Android. really the sky is the limit. All that is needed is a Google account to sign up.

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eLearning Cyclops

JANUARY 18, 2010

Benjamin Martin has published " Beta Testing an Online Course " in Learning Solutions Magazine. It details his approach to beta testing online courses and provides practical advice for what is a very important stage of e-learning development.

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eLearning Cyclops

JANUARY 20, 2014

After all, much less is involved in developing "ineffective" learning. e-Learning ISD SME' It is a good overview of the process of creating effective eLearning. and I''m glad they ( Leanforward ) added the word "effective." The times listed do have to be taken with a grain of salt.

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Instructional Design eLearning Guidelines eLearning Tools 222

eLearning Cyclops

DECEMBER 30, 2008

[caption id="attachment_279" align="alignnone" width="300" caption="Free e-Learning Courses"] [/caption] I have started collecting links to free e-learning courses. learning applications (e.g. podcasts, m-learning, etc.). Please feel free to access these via the link in the blog's menu bar. Down the road I may add web 2.0

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eLearning Cyclops

JUNE 14, 2009

Has the economic struggle had a positive or negative impact on online learning? This question has been posed a lot on the e-learning blogs, for example. From my own glances at job boards it appears companies are still hiring people in the distance learning field.

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Distance Learning Cloud Computing Metrics Social Media 100

eLearning Cyclops

JUNE 6, 2009

There are some great e-learning courses out there for kids. I had a few courses on the Free e-Learning page, but hidden under Misc. I am well overdue to add a K-12 category on the Free e-Learning page. For me, some of the most engaging and inspiring online learning is designed for K-12 students.

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eLearning Cyclops

JANUARY 1, 2009

The MinuteBio blog is now featured in the eLearning Learning community, which aggregates e-learning blogs. As described at eLearningLearning.com, "eLearning Learning is a community that tries to collect and organize the best information on the web that will help you learn and stay current on eLearning."

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eLearning Cyclops

JUNE 4, 2009

My Free e-Learning page has received a consistent number of visitors since adding the page. My intention for the page was to not only provide educational opportunities, but also to showcase examples of e-learning. Many of us, myself included, are inspired by seeing what other e-learning professionals are creating.

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Instructional Design Free ADDIE Theory 100

eLearning Cyclops

NOVEMBER 29, 2009

m-Learning development tool that produces courses compatible with ALL mobile platforms. OutStart Trainer - I am currently using another DHTML editor in which I am not enthralled at all. The not yet released, possibly mythological, Apple Tablet - It does not exist yet, but I am willing to take a rain check in case it ever does.

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DHTML Outstart ActionScript Social Media 100

eLearning Cyclops

JUNE 8, 2009

There are many challenges to m-learning. If done well it may even give them some advantage in the m-learning world. OutStart plans to incorporate Hot Lava Mobile capabilities in its social business software and learning systems as well as offer Hot Lava Mobile as a stand-alone solution.

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Outstart Mobile Mobile Learning LCMS 100

eLearning Cyclops

SEPTEMBER 13, 2009

The Free e-Learning Page just reached 100 e-learning courses/tutorials. The page contains plenty of great examples of e-learning and all are absolutely free, take a look. And if you have an e-learning course that allows open access, please let me me know and I will be happy to add it to the list.

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eLearning Cyclops

OCTOBER 22, 2009

Over at the PLS Online Course Development blog they have been posting e-learning horror stories and they have had some doozies so far. These stories are not only entertaining, but also valuable ways to learn directly from the witnesses of such ghoulish e-learning events. As always, I marketed the online course.

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eLearning Cyclops

JUNE 20, 2009

A post on e-Learning Guild's group on LinkedIn asked, "In What Ways Do Organizations Get eLearning Wrong?" Not knowing the difference between an e-learning designer and an e-learning developer. Again, an e-learning/instructional designer is needed to create engaging, instructionally sound courses. Not evaluating courses.

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Blended Learning Organization eLearning Guild Asynchronous 100

eLearning Cyclops

MARCH 2, 2010

This month's Big Question is "how do we leverage open content in workplace learning?" To learn more about about some of opportunities available in open content, I visited the sites listed on the Big Question post. A bit embarrassed that I have not visited these sites before, but it is never too late to find new learning opportunities.

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eLearning Cyclops

JANUARY 25, 2009

With turbulent times, shrinking training budgets, and a level of uncertainty, more e-learning professionals are searching for new opportunities. So, what are the best sites to search for an e-learning job? Dice - This site focuses on tech jobs, and e-learning jobs are included. You may also post your resume on their site.

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eLearning Cyclops

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

Signs of Being in e-Learning Hell #eLearningHell. Signs you are in e-learning hell (as a designer/developer): The Help Desk calls and tells you they are receiving too many calls regarding your course and the _ (pop-up blocker, Flash Player and/or LMS sign-on). .* Do you have signs that tell you when you are in e-learning hell?

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Corporate eLearning eLearning Strategy eLearning Quiz 100

eLearning Cyclops

OCTOBER 8, 2009

Here are a few resources to learn more about the Lunar CRater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS) mission, which if successful will identify water on the Moon. Tomorrow NASA has a planned impact with the Moon.

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eLearning Cyclops

JUNE 24, 2009

The latest e-Learning Guild e-book has just been released. 98 Tips For Selecting and Working With e-Learning Providers FYI: All their e-books are free.

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eLearning Cyclops

MAY 10, 2009

Here are a few new finds for the Free e-Learning page. If you have of any open access e-learning courses please let me know and I will add them to the Free e-Learning page. If you have of any open access e-learning courses please let me know and I will add them to the Free e-Learning page.

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eLearning Cyclops

OCTOBER 18, 2009

What is the attention span of participants taking a self paced e-learning course? In my opinion, the attention span for an e-learning participant depends on many different factors, which I will list here: Audience Is the working environment conducive for learning online? Do they have a preference for learning online?

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eLearning Cyclops

OCTOBER 8, 2008

And for you e-learning designers out there, it's a pretty good example of 508 Compliance. Considering all the economic trouble out there, I think there will be a big demand for financial education courses, if not already. FDIC offers a good, sound financial education course, especially for anyone new to banking.

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eLearning Cyclops

OCTOBER 31, 2010

For As long as I have been in e- learning, the majority of the calls I've received from users have fallen into one of the following issues: A pop-up blocker on the user's computer is enabled. My organization is just finishing up its compliance period and I have gotten my share of calls and e-mails from staff regarding their courses.

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eLearning Cyclops

JANUARY 10, 2009

The e-Learning Guild's next e-book will be a collection of tips on "doing more with less." Use this link to submit your tips: [link] If you want to access past e-Learning Guild e-books click here. Perfect for today's tight economy.

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eLearning Cyclops

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

The elearning Guild's Learning Solutions e-magazine recently published an article by Brandon Carson, Dolly Joseph, and Enzo Silva tilted " ARGs Leverage Intelligence: Improving Performance through Collaborative Play. " It includes some great examples of ARGs and a case study of an ARG implemented by Sun Learning Services (Sun Microsystems).

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eLearning Cyclops

AUGUST 24, 2009

Johns Hopkin's Applied Physics Lab (APL) worked with Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman and the University of Baltimore to deploy a 3-D Virtual Learning Lab. This is a state of the art learning environment modeled after the facility APL uses for DoD and NASA projects. The first project will be exploring and learning about Mt.

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Virtual Learning Environment Learning Environment Environment ADL 100

eLearning Cyclops

APRIL 21, 2009

With all the buzz on social media and informal learning, I thought I would take a closer look at my groups and identify the types of discussions that are generating the most activity. Here are the LinkedIn e-learning/ISD groups in which I belong. It appears the most popular discussions were on the technical side of e-learning.

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