E-Learning Approaches to Developing Systems Training
e-Learning Academy
MARCH 7, 2012
Question from a client: What’s an effective and efficient way to developing training of a new system that won’t break the bank?
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Webinar recording: Top Tips on Designing and Using Video for Online Training
e-Learning Academy
APRIL 14, 2013
Below is a 3 part recording of a webinar I presented on behalf of Redback Conferencing in March 2013, entitled “Video is King: Top tips in designing and using video for online training” This recording is also available from our YouTube playlist, Video for Organisational Learning.
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Training providers get ready
e-Learning Academy
DECEMBER 4, 2010
It is easy for traditional training providers to feel justified to say e-learning didn’t work in the past and ROI is too difficult to achieve. E-Learning has been around for two decades, and it’s true to say early (and some current) e-learning delivered poor experiences and outcomes.
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E-Learning and compliance training
e-Learning Academy
MARCH 19, 2011
I had the opportunity this week to be a participant in a ‘think tank’ discussion on the role of e-learning in compliance training (e.g. Code of Conduct, Privacy Policy etc).
Are you looking for webinar training and support?
e-Learning Academy
JANUARY 25, 2012
I have recently had a number of recent enquiries about webinar (virtual classroom) design and facilitation training for learning professionals recently. That’s great to see, as I think webinars are largely under-utilised in organisational learning.
E-Learning to Support Induction Training
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 [.].
E-Learning courses versus screencast videos for systems training
e-Learning Academy
JUNE 17, 2011
New systems are being implemented into organisations constantly. They are often tailored to local requirements and so the “how-to” guides that come with the system are often redundant. Yet, we know that change management requires us to educate our staff, as well as communicate and model the new behaviour.
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Comparison of E-Learning Authoring Tools and Available Training
e-Learning Academy
JUNE 3, 2011
Something we want from e-learning providers is a relationship – someone who understands uor business, our needs and strives to value-add. Richard from Openlearn informed me about a recently published comparison of authoring tools, which I am sharing with you now. Thanks Richard.
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How I Make My Videos Using PowerPoint and Camtasia
e-Learning Academy
MARCH 1, 2013
A well scripted and camera shot video is very powerful for distributing corporate messages and training staff on concepts and processes. However, training budgets don’t always have the budget for high-end production videos. There are [.].
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97 Resources: How to Design and Facilitate a Virtual Classroom (webinar)
e-Learning Academy
MARCH 30, 2012
Looking for cost effective and agile ways to train staff? A virtual classroom train-the-trainer workshop is a great way to build [.]. Then virtual classroom (VC) may be the answer you are looking for (other terms for VC include webinar and web conferencing).
Why E-Learning Alone Just Isn’t Enough
e-Learning Academy
FEBRUARY 20, 2013
E-Learning courseware is not the panacea of staff training. It can play a very important role in supporting staff to acquire foundation (black and white) content. But it cannot guarantee staff will perform the intended course outcomes. There are several reasons for this: Unclear instructional [.].
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Free E-Learning Podcast 27: Tips for Implementing Blended Learning
e-Learning Academy
SEPTEMBER 9, 2012
Why not download this free training resource from iTunes Or read the transcript Or watch the entire free e-learning tutorial series on our YouTube channel [.]. Podcast 27 is the second of a series of three tutorials exploring blended learning in organisations.
Factors affecting the adoption of non-mandatory e-learning on the LMS
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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Is E-Learning Still an Unrealised Opportunity for You?
e-Learning Academy
AUGUST 12, 2013
of Australian Learning and Development or Training Departments offer e-learning as part of their learning delivery. We have all seen the stats. According to 2011 National Learning and Development Index (Blanchard International), 68.5%
Free E-Learning Video 31: Video Platforms for Organisations – Opportunities and Trends
e-Learning Academy
JANUARY 25, 2013
Video podcast 31 is the third of a series of three videos exploring the role of video in organisational learning and training. In this video we explore the important role of video platforms in the learning architecture of your organisation. We take a look at the benefits and challenges of a video strategy, and predict [.].
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Free E-Learning Podcast 30: Tips for Producing Video for Organisational Learning
e-Learning Academy
DECEMBER 28, 2012
Why not down this free training resource from iTunes. Podcast 30 is the second of a series of three videos exploring the role of video in organisational learning. In this video we explore video design for four kinds of video – conceptual, procedural, expertise and recordings. Or read the transcript.
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Free E-Learning Video 32: Managing Change in Organisational Learning
e-Learning Academy
FEBRUARY 22, 2013
Why not doenload this free training resource from iTunes. 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.
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Free E-Learning Video 34: A Functional Perspective to Managing Change in Learning
e-Learning Academy
APRIL 19, 2013
This video examines an learning and development or training department functional perspective to [.]. Change management Changing practice E-Learning strategy E-Learning tutorial Implementation Learning Management Systems Organisational culture Podcast Video'
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Free e-learning podcast 26: What Is Blended Learning
e-Learning Academy
AUGUST 11, 2012
Why not download this free e-learning training resource from iTunes. Podcast 26 is the first of a series of three tutorials exploring blended learning in organisations. In this video we explore a definition for blended learning, and the conditions required to help ensure blended learning succeeds.
Fail to Follow Up E-learning Non-completions at your Peril
e-Learning Academy
APRIL 5, 2013
They are also utilised to provide evidence that a user has completed the training that has been assigned to them. Reports are used to assess e-learning uptake, Return on investment (ROI) and to justify an LMS upgrade. Compulsory doesn’t mean [.]. Change management Learning Management Systems Organisational culture'
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Free E-Learning Podcast 28: Blended Learning Trends, Benefits and Challenges
e-Learning Academy
OCTOBER 5, 2012
Why not download this free training resource from iTunes Or read the transcript Or watch the entire free e-learning tutorial series on our YouTube channel (Podcast [.]. Podcast 28 is the third of a series of three tutorials exploring blended learning in organisations.
Free E-Learning Podcast 24: Implementing a Social Media Platform for Learning
e-Learning Academy
JUNE 1, 2012
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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56 Free E-Learning Podcast 29: Video for Organisational Learning
e-Learning Academy
NOVEMBER 27, 2012
Why not down this free training resource from iTunes. Podcast 29 is the first of a series of three videos exploring the role of video in organisational learning. In this video we explore five different kinds of video, in particular video for evaluation or assessment activities. Or read the transcript. Or watch the entire free [.].
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Choosing an e-learning authoring tool
e-Learning Academy
SEPTEMBER 11, 2010
Content type: Systems training requires screen capturing functions (e.g. I’m often asked what e-learning authoring tool to buy. There are many on the market, and it depends upon 1. content type 2. who will be doing the authoring 3. LMS standards requirements. Camtasia, Captivate), so as to demonstrate how a system works.
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Using E-Learning Strategically
e-Learning Academy
JULY 1, 2011
I noticed the 2011 National Learning and Development Index report was cited in BRW last week (Training decisions made on the run, June 23-29, pp51).
Free E–Learning Podcast 25: Trends in Social Media Platforms for Learning
e-Learning Academy
JUNE 30, 2012
Why not download this free e-learning training resource from iTunes. Podcast 25 is the third of a series of three tutorials exploring social media platforms for formal and informal learning in organisations. 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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43 Free E-Learning Podcast 23: Choosing a Social Media Platform for Learning
e-Learning Academy
MAY 3, 2012
Whay not download this free e-learning training resource from iTunes Or read the transcript Or watch the entire free [.]. Podcast 23 is the first of a series of three tutorials exploring social media platforms for formal and informal social learning in organisations.
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43 What’s the best e-learning authoring tool to get us out of trouble?
e-Learning Academy
OCTOBER 8, 2011
They have the product training in a reasonable [.]. In this scenario, the client had never done e-learning before. They are short staffed, they don’t have a dedicated e-learning team, and they need to get content developed pretty rapidly.
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Part 1: Systems readiness for e-learning
e-Learning Academy
SEPTEMBER 3, 2011
The CEO wants to modernise training delivery. Often the idea to embark on an e-learning strategy comes from the top. 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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Upcoming presentation: Design and facilitating participatory webinars
e-Learning Academy
NOVEMBER 19, 2011
Just a quick post to say Colleen Kavanagh and I will be presenting at the National Simulation-Based Training and Virtual Learning Conference in Melbourne on Monday 28th November, 2011. Our topic: Virtual Classroom – It’s all about participation. For those who are unable to atttend, I will summarise our experience next week.
Free E-Learning Podcast 18: Social Media Skill Requirements
e-Learning Academy
NOVEMBER 11, 2011
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 18 is embedded below).
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41 Free E-Learning Podcast 19: Creating a Professional Online Presence
e-Learning Academy
DECEMBER 10, 2011
Why not download this free e-learning training from iTunes. This episode explores the opportunity to leverage social media to manage and market our professional profile, and contribute to the learning fraternity. Or read the transcript. Or watch the entire free e-learning [.].
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41 Looking ‘Under the Hood’ of MOOCs
e-Learning Academy
APRIL 19, 2014
I’ve been a university student and lecturer, I’ve trained tertiary teachers in online design and facilitation, and I’ve been a guest presenter in MOOCs. Teacher training in: understanding the psyche of the online student. Online learning has been around since the 90’s, so frankly I don’t get the hype that MOOCs seem to be causing.
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Free E-Learning Tutorial 15: Getting Strategic About ELearning
e-Learning Academy
AUGUST 20, 2011
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 15 is embedded below). Alison suggests seven possible reasons.
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41 Free E-learning Tutorial 11: Managing LMS implementations
e-Learning Academy
APRIL 27, 2011
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). Episode 11 e-learning tutorial outlines some of the things to think about when implementing a learning management system.
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42 Free E-Learning Tutorial 14: E-Learning Strategies for Small Organisations
e-Learning Academy
JULY 22, 2011
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 14 is embedded below). Episode 14 e-learning tutorial explores some ideas for small organisations to think about when embarking upon an e-learning strategy.
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40 Free E-learning Tutorial 13: E-Learning Instructional Design Approaches
e-Learning Academy
JUNE 24, 2011
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 13 is embedded below). Episode 13 e-learning tutorial outlines five apprpaches to self-directed e-learning courseware instructional design.
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Free E-learning Tutorial 12: E-Learning Instructional Design Preparation Tips
e-Learning Academy
MAY 28, 2011
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 12 is embedded below). Episode 12 e-learning tutorial outlines five things to think about when preparing to develop an e-learning course.
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Free E-Learning Podcast 17: Social Media for Learning
e-Learning Academy
OCTOBER 18, 2011
Why not download this free e-learning training from iTunes Or read the Transcript Or watch the entire free e-learning tutorial series on [.].
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Free E-learning Tutorial 10: Managing E-Learning Projects
e-Learning Academy
APRIL 3, 2011
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 10 is embedded below). Episode 10 e-learning tutorial explores the role of project management when developing e-learning projects.
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41 Free E-Learning Tutorial 8: LMS in Organisation Part 1
e-Learning Academy
FEBRUARY 5, 2011
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). Episode 8 e-learning tutorial explores the role of learning management systems (LMS) in organisations. This is part 1.
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Free E-learning Tutorial 9: The Role of LMS Part 2
e-Learning Academy
MARCH 4, 2011
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 9 is [.]. Episode 9 e-learning tutorial explores the role of learning management systems (LMS) in managing e-learning courses. This is part 2.
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Free E-Learning Tutorial 6: Performance Support Tools
e-Learning Academy
DECEMBER 11, 2010
Why not download this free e-learning training from iTunes Or listen to the podcast MP3 file on your computer Or read the Transcript Or watch the entire free e-learning [.].
Free E-Learning Tutorial 5: Collaboration and Networking Tools
e-Learning Academy
NOVEMBER 13, 2010
Why not download this free e-learning training from iTunes Or listen to the podcast MP3 file on your computer Or read the Transcript Or watch the entire [.].
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