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A List of Brain-based Strategies to Create Effective eLearning

SHIFT eLearning

There is a simple way to design effective eLearning courses about any subject: brain-based learning. This instructional approach was defined by Hileman in 2006 and has since inspired many “brain compatible designers” — those who seek to understand the principle and reasoning behind their teaching. Priming — direct exposure to content.

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Evaluating Your eLearning

eFront

de Freitas & Oliver 2006, p.262). Pedagogic principles require the trainer to integrate learning models and theories in order to design effective eLearning programs. Knowledge about learning theories will help align your course’s content with learning objectives. References. de Freitas, S., Available at: www.jisc.ac.uk/whatwedo/programmes/elearninginnovation/outcomes.aspx.

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Manage Cognitive Load in Digital Learning

B Online Learning

al, 2006, p.342). It’s universal so applies to all types of content, delivery methods and people. Intrinsic – which is the mental work imposed by the complexity of the task or content. Examples of these principles include: Worked example effect – giving novice learners worked solutions of unfamiliar problems to study.

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Cognitive Bias in Education: the Pygmalion Effect

KnowledgeOne

The Pygmalion effect is one of them, and the first step in preventing it is to know more about it. The Pygmalion effect (or Rosenthal and Jacobson effect), was named after the legend in Greek mythology according to which the sculptor-king Pygmalion fell in love with Galatea, his creation, a statue brought to life.

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Agile Microlearning Explained

Learner engagement and retention doesn’t have to be a mystery. Cognitive science theories already supply the answers. Learn how OttoLearn packages them into a single platform you can use to deliver microlearning based reinforcement training, and go beyond completions to focus on outcomes.

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Harnessing the power of AI to provide personalized feedback at scale

Learning Pool

When Benjamin Bloom conducted his ‘2 Sigma’ study in 1984, he evidenced what many had suspected; people learn much more effectively in a personalized environment, such as one-to-one tutoring with an expert than in the classroom or in a group setting.

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Thoughts about 2006 and Predictions for 2007

Kapp Notes

The questions this month are: What will you remember most about 2006? taking my lead from Tony Karrer's post ) What will you remember most about 2006? I started my blog in September 2006. Games and simulations will increasingly be seen as effective tools for training (although, they are not the only tools for training.)