e-Learning Academy

MARCH 3, 2012

Podcast 22 is the third of a series of three podcasts about Learning Management Systems (LMS).

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e-Learning Academy

SEPTEMBER 3, 2011

Often the idea to embark on an e-learning strategy comes from the top. The CEO wants to modernise training delivery. This is terrific! Executive sponsorship for such a strategy is always an imperative. Then it’s up to the learning and development (L&D) professional to action the idea. Our first job is to make sure the [.].

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e-Learning Academy

MAY 17, 2013

Video podcast 35 is the fourth in a series of five videos exploring the role of change management when implementing a learning technology strategy; such as e-learning courseware, a Learning Management System, webinar, social media or a video platform for performance support.

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e-Learning Academy

APRIL 19, 2013

Video podcast 34 is the third in a series of five videos exploring the role of change management when implementing a learning technology strategy; such as e-learning courseware, a Learning Management System, webinar, social media or a video platform for performance support.

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e-Learning Academy

APRIL 5, 2013

One of the main reasons for having a Learning Management System (LMS) is the reporting function. Change management Learning Management Systems Organisational culture' Reports are used to assess e-learning uptake, Return on investment (ROI) and to justify an LMS upgrade. Compulsory doesn’t mean [.].

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e-Learning Academy

MARCH 23, 2012

Question from a client: We have a new Learning Management System (LMS). How can it help us to induct new people into the organisation? We need to think about what both the organisation and the new employee wants to achieve. A colleague of mine once said to me, in the first three weeks a [.].

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e-Learning Academy

JUNE 9, 2012

Should we develop two e-learning courses delivered via the Learning Management System (LMS) or a series of short “How to” videos available on the intranet? This will require staff to develop a new skill, and we can’t resource a classroom roll-out. This is [.].

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e-Learning Academy

JUNE 15, 2013

Video podcast 36 is the fifth and final in a series of videos exploring the role of change management when implementing a learning technology strategy; such as e-learning courseware, a Learning Management System, webinar, social media or a video platform for performance support.

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e-Learning Academy

SEPTEMBER 11, 2010

Content type: Systems training requires screen capturing functions (e.g. Camtasia, Captivate), so as to demonstrate how a system works. There are many on the market, and it depends upon 1. content type 2. who will be doing the authoring 3. LMS standards requirements. Consider whether the [.].

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e-Learning Academy

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

Video podcast 32 is the first of a series of five videos exploring the role of change management when implementing a learning technology strategy; such as e-learning courseware, a Learning Management System, webinar, social media or a video platform for performance support. Why not doenload this free training resource from iTunes.

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e-Learning Academy

MARCH 22, 2013

Video podcast 33 is the second in a series of five videos exploring the role of change management when implementing a learning technology strategy; such as e-learning courseware, a Learning Management System, webinar, social media or a video platform for performance support.

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e-Learning Academy

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

Last month we ran a poll “What is your most difficult challenge when implementing a Learning Management System?”

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e-Learning Academy

APRIL 27, 2011

Episode 11 e-learning tutorial outlines some of the things to think about when implementing a learning management system. Why not download this free e-learning training from iTunes Or read the Transcript Or watch the entire free e-learning tutorial series on our YouTube channel (episode 11 is embedded below).

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e-Learning Academy

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

Episode 8 e-learning tutorial explores the role of learning management systems (LMS) in organisations. This is part 1. Why not download this free e-learning training from iTunes Or read the Transcript Or watch the entire free e-learning tutorial series on our YouTube channel (episode 8 is embedded below).

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e-Learning Academy

MARCH 4, 2011

Episode 9 e-learning tutorial explores the role of learning management systems (LMS) in managing e-learning courses. Commentary includes ROI and the future direction of LMS. This is part 2.

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e-Learning Academy

DECEMBER 3, 2011

a) Integrates with PowerPoint – 0% b) Flexible and varied template – 18% c) Publishes to multiple formats – 45% d) Integrates with a content management system – 18% e) Web-based, enabling collaborative authoring – 18% n [.].

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e-Learning Academy

SEPTEMBER 10, 2011

Part 1 was about systems and is located here. This is part 2 of a three part series examining ways to determine the feasibility of e-learning for an organisation. These tips may help analyse the readiness and the effort likely to be needed to make a strategy succeed. Today we look at culture. Culture How does [.].

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e-Learning Academy

SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

Part 1 was about systems and is located here. This is part 3 of a three part series examining ways to determine the feasibility of e-learning for an organisation. These tips may help analyse the readiness and the effort likely to be needed to make a strategy succeed. Part 2 was about culture and is located [.].

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e-Learning Academy

OCTOBER 30, 2010

These are usually delivered via a Learning Management System (LMS). Many of our clients have embedded e-learning courses into the learning curriculum of their organisation. These may be bespoke e-learning (created for specific requirements) and/or a library of e-learning courses. No easy feat!

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e-Learning Academy

JULY 23, 2010

I first began my e-learning development in 2002 at a Pharma company, where we purchased a Learning Management System, Content Development Server and began creating e-learning courseware for Induction and product training. We quickly [.].

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e-Learning Academy

APRIL 19, 2014

But an investment of the following is required: A learning platform, such as a Learning Management System or Learning Portal. Ultimately, it usually does begin to cost less and drive new efficiencies. Multimedia tools to develop content. Teacher training in: understanding the psyche of the online student. multimedia tools and techniques.

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e-Learning Academy

DECEMBER 1, 2012

Question from a client: How are e-learning courses tracked in a LMS? Simply put, for e-learning courses to track in a LMS both the LMS and the e-learning course must be compliant to a standard. In Australia, the most common standard is SCORM 1.2. The value of using a standard is that e-learning courses can [.].

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e-Learning Academy

JULY 28, 2012

Question from a client: We want to create 2 non-mandatory e-learning courses to train staff in a new HR procedure. The e-learning will be tracked on the LMS, because one day we may want to reference the historical completion data. What do you think about this approach? Mandatory e-learning implies staff must complete it or there will [.].

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e-Learning Academy

DECEMBER 16, 2011

Question from a client: Our field teams have been given iPads. iPads don’t play Flash. What do we do about our existing flash-based e-learning? I’m going to begin by professing I am not an expert on HTML5, but here’s what I’ve gleaned, and I’d love it if anyone can add to this post. When assessing [.].

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e-Learning Academy

JUNE 1, 2012

Podcast 24 is the second of a series of three tutorials exploring sociam media platforms for formal and informal social learning in organisations. Why not download this free e-learning training resource from iTunes Or read the transcript Or watch the entire free e-learning tutorial series ou our YouTube channel (Podcast 24 is embedded below).

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e-Learning Academy

JUNE 30, 2012

Podcast 25 is the third of a series of three tutorials exploring social media platforms for formal and informal learning in organisations. Why not download this free e-learning training resource from iTunes. Or read the transcript. Or watch the entire free e-learning tutorial series on our YouTube Channel (Podcast 25 is imbedded below).

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e-Learning Academy

MAY 3, 2012

Podcast 23 is the first of a series of three tutorials exploring social media platforms for formal and informal social learning in organisations. This podcast covers things to think about when choosing a social media platform. Whay not download this free e-learning training resource from iTunes Or read the transcript Or watch the entire free [.].

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e-Learning Academy

JANUARY 13, 2012

Change management theory espouses ‘quick wins’ as a useful way to get staff onside to your new initiative. Organisational culture and change reminds us time and again that staff respond better to incremental change, and to having ownership or at least feedback opportunity to that which is happening to them.

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e-Learning Academy

OCTOBER 7, 2011

A question from a client in organisational learning: How long will it take to develop an e-learning course with an external e-learning developer? Well, my first reaction to this question is “how long is a piece of string?”, ”, but that’s not a very helpful response. So, let me try and put some certainty into this [.].

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e-Learning Academy

OCTOBER 10, 2011

A question from a client in organisational learning: Do we need a LMS? This is an interesting question. Which comes first? The e-learning course or the LMS? Of course, the ideal is that your e-learning strategy encompasses the purchase, development and implementation of both. However, there are a couple of variables: If you are a [.].

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e-Learning Academy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

The Connect Thinking E-Learning Academy has launched it’s 5th online course: Choosing and Implementing a LMS. Description: This course will help you to ensure that implementing a LMS into your organisation is the right thing to do.

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e-Learning Academy

MAY 20, 2011

For some small organisations, the processes required to plan, implement and embed e-learning is new to them. I often see evidence of this at the start; the strategy document appears more like a wish list than a thought out statement of how e-learning will compliment the business strategy.

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e-Learning Academy

JULY 9, 2011

Recently I have been supporting a client who has engaged a vendor to build a number of e-learning courses. Internally, my role is to test the courses on the corporate LMS prior to ‘go live’ The e-learning uninitiated may expect the courses to simply be published to the standards required of the LMS (AICC, SCORM 1.2

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e-Learning Academy

DECEMBER 18, 2010

Much of my work is supporting people involved in developing formal e-learning. Formal e-learning is characterised by measurable and specific learning objectives, tracked assessment pass mark and completion.

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