E-Learning Provocateur

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Approaching perfection

E-Learning Provocateur

To push the contrarianism even further, I’m also comfortable with the large-scale distribution of an e-learning module. Post-remediation efforts, I see no sense in retaking the e-learning module. However, where such an approach has notoriously been treated as a tick & flick, I consider it a phase in a longer term strategy.

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Not a cat

E-Learning Provocateur

Knowledge-based learning We’ve all done those e-learning modules with a quiz at the end that’s effectively a memory test. Which prompts another question from those still wondering: When learning isn’t skills-based, what is it? Well, two answers spring to my mind… 1. Which means it isn’t very effective.

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Supercharge your digital training

E-Learning Provocateur

Similar problems with learner engagement beset other forms of digital training too; whether it’s the famously low completions rates of MOOCs, or the constant chasing up of laggards who are yet to complete their compliance modules.

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The point of preference

E-Learning Provocateur

However, empirical research in the educational domain is usually based on what L&D pro’s with a dark sense of humour would call a “hostage situation” Whether it’s a high school exam, a university assessment, or perhaps a mandatory online module, the participants are compelled to participate.

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The foundations of innovation in L&D

E-Learning Provocateur

They appeared stuck on the content treadmill cranking out yet another course, be it a face-to-face workshop or online module. Blended learning goes beyond pre-work online modules by integrating social activity and ongoing performance support. Yet I saw little evidence of anyone having actioned these ideas.

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The two faces of blended learning

E-Learning Provocateur

The example cited by LMS salesmen around the globe is that of a course that is either classroom-based or delivered as an online module. The learner is expected to either attend the class or complete the module, not both. Consider the following examples: Providing an online module as a primer to a face-to-face session.

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Where is L&D heading?

E-Learning Provocateur

Will interactive videos replace e-learning modules? I think lots of things will replace e-learning modules! As we embrace informal learning, we will rely less on e-learning modules in favour of alternatives such as social forums, job aids, games, and indeed, interactive videos. Community of Practice Case Study.