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JANUARY 5, 2023

In the past few years, online training has become a norm and is a well-established method for developing remote, hybrid, and in-office teams. As training continues to develop and grow, we will also see it move into the AR/VR space, allowing for even more mobile training opportunity.

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DECEMBER 1, 2021

When creating a learning and development training program for your organization, there are always many facets to consider. One thing to always remember is that the training needs to benefit your organization and your employees.

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MAY 28, 2021

Most organizations are still experiencing the repercussions of COVID-19, especially when it comes to the training and development of their employees. As many of these organizations are still working remotely, L&D professionals have had to get creative with their employee training programs.

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APRIL 23, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Measuring Project Success: Thoughts for the Training Professional by Jim on April 24, 2011 in Project Management/Project Delivery When we think of the concept of “success,” it often seems relatively straightforward.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Employee training manuals have been a mainstay in learning and development since the conception of organizational training. Despite their prominence in the world of L&D, employee training manuals are often neglected—they are commonly the last items to be updated, refreshed, and promoted.

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JULY 2, 2021

This rapid rate of change has pushed L&D professionals to rethink how their training programs are managed and delivered. Organizations across the globe experienced everything from postponing training events to budget cuts, and even the cancellation of trainings all together.

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MARCH 2, 2011

Simply put, in most cases failed EHRs suffer from the same symptoms that are seen in countless other IT implementations: insufficient staff buy-in, insufficient training, and an ROI that is often slow to make itself apparent. Up until now the effects of these failed implementations have amounted to little more than lost opportunities.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Companies are finding their training and development suddenly inaccessible—many in-person programs have been postponed or eliminated altogether. Having extensive experience in the virtual training field, we have put together a process for creating training solutions in a virtual environment without breaking the bank.

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JANUARY 27, 2020

The first, and perhaps most important, outcome of new hire training is an employee who feels integrated into the team and believes that their role has purpose. To develop a sense of welcome and value, a new employee needs to experience the part they will play in the bigger story.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Learning and the Role of Mobile Devices by Paul on November 24, 2010 in mobile learning , social learning In an article she wrote for Training Magazine in June 2009 called Best Buy’s New Role , Terah Shelton explores Best Buy’s then-new Results-Oriented Learning Environment (ROLE). Customers don’t want to be sold but they love to buy.

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JUNE 4, 2021

We have concluded it is not necessarily a skills gap per say, but also a training gap which leaves doors of opportunity open for your organization. Every industry from education to retail and hospitality were severely impacted over the last year and a half.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Over the past few years, companies have begun to transform their employee education programs to make training a more holistic learning experience.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Learning and the Role of Mobile Devices by Paul on November 24, 2010 in mobile learning , social learning In an article she wrote for Training Magazine in June 2009 called Best Buy’s New Role , Terah Shelton explores Best Buy’s then-new Results-Oriented Learning Environment (ROLE). Customers don’t want to be sold but they love to buy.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2019

In a quest for new approaches to training, we are often tempted to turn to the latest trend or technology, thinking one of them must be the golden ticket. One of these new approaches is microlearning, and it’s getting traction, and for good reason.

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AUGUST 12, 2020

You may have heard of Siemens, Germany’s mammoth technology conglomerate with a wooly paw in everything from power plants to trains. They are described in many ways, such as the international energy giant pioneering new electric highway technology. Or the global industrial behemoth using AI to create futuristic factories operated by robots.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

A lack of engagement and effectiveness in compliance training puts organizations everywhere at risk. In a world of rapid change, managing risk is crucial.

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OCTOBER 15, 2020

Furthermore, training and development projects are often seen as accessories to more important projects that focus on operations, sales, etc. There is increased pressure to ensure each dollar goes to the most effective use and learning and development projects are often some of the first areas to be cut.

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JULY 13, 2020

If you’ve read our other blogs on this topic , you know that elements of a good compliance training strategy include tailored training, well-defined goals, focused instructional design, and predetermined metrics. It should also provide comprehensive communication and ongoing refresher training.

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APRIL 6, 2020

Maybe your high-level leaders support your compliance training program , but do you have the information and resources you need to implement a meaningful program? In fact, you might be grappling with a bigger challenge, like figuring out what data - or evidence - will show that your compliance training program works.

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MARCH 30, 2021

As mentioned on our Diversity and Inclusion Training webpage, inclusive workplaces allow employees to feel valued for their contributions and have the same opportunities for advancement as their co-workers.

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JANUARY 7, 2021

Here at Dashe, we continuously develop new training strategies and products to help businesses thrive and adapt. While we do our best to ensure the learning programs we build help achieve behavior change goals, the impact of these training programs ultimately comes down to how they are implemented and received internally.

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MARCH 17, 2020

Of those organizations, most considered training to be effective when between 90% and 95% of their learners finish it. Training professionals have long argued that completion doesn’t equal learning, let alone understanding the rules. But finally, the standards for compliance training are changing.

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AUGUST 23, 2021

Many companies have made the decision to implement a hybrid work environment for their employees over the last year and a half. At first, companies chose this solution as a response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2022

What Is Microlearning Gamification? To begin, we need to understand what gamification and microlearning are on their own. After we understand what each of these are we can begin to understand what they mean once they are combined.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2020

For years one of our clients delivered a one-and-done instructor-led classroom training seminar that prepared learners to pass an exam and achieve a professional certification.

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MARCH 27, 2018

You can’t find anything written about how to conduct a Training Needs Assessment that doesn’t include “know your audience.” Most guides go something like this:

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DECEMBER 20, 2017

We’ve recently received a flood of inquiries on sexual harassment training, from updating outdated and ineffective old training to realizing the need to establish such training. For many, sexual harassment training is a top priority as we move into 2018. But, does it even work?

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JANUARY 7, 2014

Some older generations have trouble connecting with the younger workers who seem to have completely different desires and interests (emphasized and exaggerated in this fake training video). While millennials might not be… Continue Reading The post 5 Things Millennials Want From Training appeared first on Social Learning Blog.

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JULY 18, 2018

Measuring impact is important for those responsible for evaluating the success of their organization’s training programs. So, what can we do to identify metrics to help discover the training program ROI? However, it can be cost-prohibitive and resource-intensive to obtain data needed to analyze the program’s impact.

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JANUARY 10, 2022

Recently, microlearning has become a go-to strategy for organizations looking to create engaging development solutions without overwhelming their learners. Simply put, microlearning is the use of small, short, learning units that can be delivered through a variety of different media.

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MAY 30, 2019

There are times when employees require immediate online training tools to complete tasks, build skills, or brush up on company policy. Waiting for the next scheduled online training session would not only diminish their productivity but also put customer satisfaction at risk.

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AUGUST 2, 2016

Before we get into how best to train millenials, it is instructive to first understand who they are. It’s assumed that since millennials took home trophies for fifth place as kids, they will expect similar rewards for mediocre performance throughout their careers. What, Exactly, is a Millenial?

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MAY 8, 2019

As learning and development professionals, we feel constant pressure in this fast-paced tech environment to design training that is efficient, meaningful, and engaging. For those reasons, many instructional designers have expanded their skill set to include user experience design , design-thinking , and visual design skills.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2014

Storytelling has been a popular tool for learning since the dawn of civilization, but thanks to technology bringing new mediums for storytelling, it has been on the rise in training in the workplace. eLearning Storytelling ERP Communications ERP Training'

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FEBRUARY 5, 2021

There’s no question that automation and digitalization are disrupting the way businesses work. While automation creates great opportunities for data analysis and streamlined operations, it leaves many companies struggling to keep up.

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MAY 22, 2018

Videos are some of the best training tools available in today’s corporate world. It is often more convenient and cost-effective to produce training videos than it is to organize in-person training, especially if you’re dealing with audiences spread across multiple shifts, locations, or time zones. So where to begin?

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OCTOBER 28, 2020

Over the past several months, companies have been working hard to ensure their businesses can continue to function in an online world. Many businesses were able to piece together new strategies to make remote work successful, but others were not.

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