The “new pedagogical models” (A Silicon Valley term meaning: we didn’t read the literature and still don’t realize that these findings are two, three, or more decades old) being discovered by MOOC providers supports what most academics and experienced teachers know about learning: it’s a social, active, and participatory process. The current MOOC providers have adopted a regressive pedagogy: small scale learning chunks reminiscent of the the heady days of cognitivism and military training. When you have 5,000 students, new configurations are possible. MORE >>

Not all places are geared towards eLearning providers, however they may still prove to be options for holding meetings in Second Life. Our very own Ener Hax put together a list of spots on the iliveisl Second Life estate that people can freely use. Much of the value of Second Life is in the ability to meet and chat in a 3D fashion.  Dynamics differ when you chat in a virtual world and this is exemplified by IBM’s heavy use of it for meetings.  So much so that virtual meeting space is part of Lotus Notes. This list includes “fun&# spots that may or may not fit your needs.  MORE >>

BCN Services chooses Latitude Learning LMS to Provide Training. June 22, 2012 - Latitude Learning, provider of the industry leading, cloud-based learning management system (LMS) LatitudeLearning.com, recently announced that BCN Services will provide training to its staff and clients through the Latitude Learning LMS. LatitudeLearning.com enables companies to provide world class caliber training functionality and effectiveness through a robust, flexible and turnkey training platform. Latitude Learning LMS Blog. LMS Blog. Posted by Tom Merritt 6/22/2012 1 Comments. MORE >>

Augmented reality is moving us slowly moving towards the future of embedded intelligent technology. In this webinar recording from Victór Alvarez he gives a comprehensible overview of what augmented reality is and can be. In addition he shows Ariane, a really wonderful and promising AR-tool for teachers or trainers. The video of Ariane shows the application that will be available on iPhone, iPad and Android soon and which gives teachers and/or trainers immediate, intuitive and simple access to embedding the outer world into a meaningful learning experience. MORE >>

The power of mobile learning, if done correctly, means that we can reach and teach into someone's personal time and space, and provide relevant and beneficial information as needed.  . Why create Mobile Learning? It's not what you think. So there's lots of buzz on "learning street" about mobile.  Why create mobile content? Many think it's to keep up with technology, however, I believe there's a stronger need and motivation. Mobile devices are an extension of us. An extension of our learners. eLearning Strategy MORE >>