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5 Pitfalls to Avoid Before Switching to Blended Learning

Obsidian Learning

Many companies are just on the cusp of developing blended learning programs. In this article, I want to highlight some of the pitfalls to avoid when switching to blended learning. First of all, any blended learning program (like any learning program) should be designed from scratch.

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Application of Gamification in FMCG Industry

Ed App

since 2008. This provides them with limited time for any kind of training program. Gamification, the answer to training programs for retail employees. The effectiveness of a customer service training program can be assessed by the results of the NPS. Normally, a feedback sheet is shared with the employees.

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The Value of a Virtual Academy

CLO Magazine

SNAPSHOT : When Microsoft needed a more efficient way to deliver education to its global finance function, it tore down the classroom walls and created a flexible, Web-based learning model that enables people in different time zones to come together in an environment that fosters teamwork and yields a high retention rate.

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A Look at Learning’s Future

CLO Magazine

A slow but steady economic recovery is driving optimism toward learning investments. Firm spending on learning and development has been volatile since 2008, declining and recovering in reaction to the global financial crisis and its abatement. A strong competency program has overarching benefits.

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APIs and Mashups r ur new ABCs for E-Learning

eLearning 24-7

An API (Application Program Interface) enables an interface from a piece of software to communicate with another piece of software (in its simplest form) or multiple pieces of software (called a mashup). APIs available in popular programs – SAAS. Again, either incorporate into your LMS/LCMS/CMS or your learning portal.

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Cammy Beans Learning Visions: InVision Learning: Seeking an Instructional Designer

Learning Visions

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Tuesday, February 26, 2008 InVision Learning: Seeking an Instructional Designer Were seeking a full-time Instructional Designer to join our growing company here in Westborough, Massachusetts.

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Top 10 eLearning Predictions 2011 #LCBQ

Tony Karrer

The role of the learning leader is shifting from being a program manager to a solution architect. Learning technologies are becoming social, collaborative, and virtual. I think of this as the difference between those focused on learning and those focused on doing. Grows - But Creating "eLearning 2.0