Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 8, 2011

We need the motivation that learning with others provides in numerous ways. When we are assigned a required task, like completing a boring eLearning module, often the only motivation is to finish so we can get on with our real work. Some folks are uniquely suited to learn this way but, in my experience, most are not.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 8, 2011

In my opinion, it’s not that providing on-demand learning and performance solutions is a new idea. In my free time, I enjoy reading, medical lectures, belly dancing and regular visits to my massage therapist. We have to evolve, or be left behind. As VP, Instructional Design Services for Dashe & Thomson, Inc.

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Social Networks Performance Support Blended Learning Wiki 162

Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 15, 2011

The KEC provides a roadmap for the design, implementation, and assessment of evaluations. My question is whether the Four Levels hold together as an evaluation design, considering that they still focus on the training event. I am an avid film goer, music lover, bridge walker, and supporter of the Dashe & Thomson running team.

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Evalution Social Networks Social Learning Blended Learning 160

Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Gliffy is an online flow charting tool that provides a cost effective way to create and publish high-quality flow charts and diagrams. It provides free collaboration tools and automatic revision tracking that make sharing your work a snap. I’m also pleased with the variety of publishing options the tool provides.

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Social Networks Blended Learning Tools Tips 100

Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

Gliffy is an online flow charting tool that provides a cost effective way to create and publish high-quality flow charts and diagrams. It provides free collaboration tools and automatic revision tracking that make sharing your work a snap. I’m also pleased with the variety of publishing options the tool provides.

Content Developer 100

Content Developer Social Networks Blended Learning Tools 100

Dashe & Thomson

OCTOBER 19, 2011

Let me give you a couple of examples: In classroom ERP software training sessions I’ve designed and used various individual and team based games to review material, cement concepts and break the monotony of lecture and exercises. The difference now is that things have gone virtual.

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APRIL 14, 2011

In his book, Brain Rules , Dr. Medina provides 12 simple rules that encapsulate what current science knows about how the human brain learns. I realize now that my experiences directing plays and teaching undergraduate acting classes at the University of California-Irvine provided me with some unique insights in regard to this brain rule.

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