Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 6, 2011

Allow them to discover information in bite-sized portions through self-directed activities such as eLearning, and then follow-up with a workshop, discussion group, open lab, or other opportunity to apply the new information. 5 Tips for Creating Better Blended Experiences Remember “Transition to e-Learning” Development Tools.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 25, 2011

Textbooks, blackboards, and overhead projectors remain the tools of choice for many teachers, at a time when their students are geared to learn from iPads, PowerPoint, and instant messaging. The result is a lost message, and a lost opportunity. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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Corporate eLearning Strategies and Development

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Its that time of year again where everyone wants to know what's coming up in 2010. This might not be much of a look into 2010 but I definitely feel a new trend. I'd also like to put this blog post up as my choice for eLearning blog post of the year. Should we care what app our users have to read our eLearning?

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 6, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS The Sound of Silence by Jim on April 7, 2011 in eLearning At what point does narration really add anything to an eLearning module, and at what point is it simply being added because “it’s what’s expected?” Think about it.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 18, 2011

In addition to the use of video games for recruitment purposes, which have been available for some time, the Department of Defense has begun embracing the use of combat simulators, culture-based eLearning , avatars, and even cell phone apps, all designed specifically for military use. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 27, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Online Video: the Perfect Social Learning Tool? But why is video so much more effective at accelerating innovation than, say, print – or even eLearning? tool chest. less big companies, for more than 20 years.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Not Everyone is a Social Customer by Paul on February 11, 2011 in Development Tools , customer service , social learning A couple weeks ago I wrote a blog about the need to train your clients on the various methods of…training.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

What are your favorite tips and tools? They will remain a valuable resource for you as you build and expand your own personal network. What are some ways in which you build and support your network? Some of my photography can be seen in local art galleries and online through National Geographic image stock. Enjoy people; embrace life!

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS The Freemium Three: Three Free Tools That Will Work Wonders For Your Next Training Project. Wrike.com Wrike is a tool that I’ve only recently come across, but it strikes me as being a very flexible project management resource.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 30, 2010

Of course, the person “next to you” might just as often be consulted via email or other online tool, but it doesn’t change this fact: the amount of workplace learning done in formal training sessions is a tiny fraction of of the learning that takes place one-on-one, between coworkers. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Finding ways to incorporate these elements can be difficult for instructional designers, curriculum developers, and, especially, creators of eLearning. Discovered via Brent Schlenker’s Corporate eLearning and Development blog. Now, quick go see the movie before the Academy Awards this Sunday. Properly d.

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JANUARY 30, 2011

View all posts by Paul → ← Online Video: the Perfect Social Learning Tool? I live and breathe Minnesota sports and love golfing, boating, skiing, traveling, and attending live music. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 22, 2011

Military May 19, 2011 Give User Adoption the Respect it Deserves May 17, 2011 How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties May 11, 2011 Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ May 9, 2011 Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning May 5, 2011 Gregg Sean: Nice review of the topic , I was seeking to see wh.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS The Freemium Three: Three Free Tools That Will Work Wonders For Your Next Training Project. Wrike.com Wrike is a tool that I’ve only recently come across, but it strikes me as being a very flexible project management resource.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 13, 2011

Since I became an active Twitter user a few months ago, the application has grown on me to the point where it’s now far-and-away my favorite social media tool. And I use the word ‘tool’ for a reason. This is a tool you use to react to something you see, hear or do and an opportunity to create a voice. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 5, 2011

Military May 19, 2011 Give User Adoption the Respect it Deserves May 17, 2011 How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties May 11, 2011 Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ May 9, 2011 Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning May 5, 2011 Gregg Sean: Nice review of the topic , I was seeking to see wh.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 15, 2011

Military May 19, 2011 Give User Adoption the Respect it Deserves May 17, 2011 How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties May 11, 2011 Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ May 9, 2011 Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning May 5, 2011 Gregg Sean: Nice review of the topic , I was seeking to see wh.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 8, 2011

In both cases, much of the trick when it comes to user adoption has to do with getting the word out early and often about the tools you are developing. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d. All Rights Reserved. Visit us at dashe.com

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Upside Learning

JUNE 1, 2010

Is HTML5 Ready for eLearning Development? Debates if HTML5 is ready to compete with Flash for eLearning Development on grounds of browser support, cross platform/browser compatibility, audio/video support and development tools. Also, takes a quick recap at what we have witnessed in the last 5 years.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 12, 2011

IOL is facilitated through the use of tools like Yammer that connect coworkers across the globe. Most of my PDL is done reading daily news articles, marketing blogs, adult learning webinars and more via the internet. ASL, by definition, can happen anytime, anywhere. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d. All Rights Reserved.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Both in a classroom and an eLearning setting, a new skill is generally presented as a demonstration, then students try the new skill on their own. It’s sort of the ultimate contribution to social learning. Now let’s translate this to a business setting. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff!

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 8, 2011

The gist of it was that even though we have an enormous amount of tools available to enable social learning across far reaching boundaries, the self-study type of eLearning seen in so many workplaces today can potentially cut learners off from any type of social interaction during the course of the learning.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 2, 2011

Military May 19, 2011 Give User Adoption the Respect it Deserves May 17, 2011 How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties May 11, 2011 Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ May 9, 2011 Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning May 5, 2011 Gregg Sean: Nice review of the topic , I was seeking to see wh.

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Social Networks Blended Learning Wiki Delicious 145

Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 1, 2011

Military May 19, 2011 Give User Adoption the Respect it Deserves May 17, 2011 How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties May 11, 2011 Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ May 9, 2011 Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning May 5, 2011 Gregg Sean: Nice review of the topic , I was seeking to see wh.

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Social Networks Blended Learning Wiki Delicious 133

Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 19, 2011

Most of the time we end up brainstorming ways to incorporate tools like Twitter or Facebook into his lessons, because even though I may have more experience using social media, the tools are so new that no one really knows the best way to utilize them, for anything really. But, in the end, they’re just ideas. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 13, 2010

While many large corporations still fear wikis for internal communication because they are “hard to control,” a number of intelligence agencies have been using a wiki tool – called Intellipedia – for several years. Apparently, it’s working. Some might confuse the use of wikis with sometimes controversial organizations like Wikileaks.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 12, 2010

While many large corporations still fear wikis for internal communication because they are “hard to control,” a number of intelligence agencies have been using a wiki tool – called Intellipedia – for several years. Apparently, it’s working. Some might confuse the use of wikis with sometimes controversial organizations like Wikileaks.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 21, 2011

Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In Im a problem-solver and thoroughly enjoy helping clients succeed and look good. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 28, 2011

YouTube is ( 2010 stats : more than 2 billion views a day; 3rd most visited website; over 5 million people have found and subscribed to at least one friend on YouTube; a broad viewer demographic: 18-54 years old.) I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In and to hear, “I’ll show you.”

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 21, 2011

The now-common blended learning practice of assigning one or more eLearning modules prior to attending classroom training is similar to the Khan/schoolteacher model. The eLearning modules act as the “lecture”, which learners do on their own time. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 7, 2011

the reason behind a new software rollout, or the need for an elearning module). The same strategy that has worked for Sheen and Old Spice may very well work for the internal expounding of your company’s message, whatever it may be about (e.g. Make it interesting and unexpected, and your employees will take notice. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 14, 2011

I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In View all posts by Jolene → ← Work as Improv Theater: Teaching the Right-Brained Learner The Freemium Three: Three Free Tools That Will Work Wonders For Your Next Training Project. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 14, 2011

I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In View all posts by Jolene → ← Work as Improv Theater: Teaching the Right-Brained Learner The Freemium Three: Three Free Tools That Will Work Wonders For Your Next Training Project. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 27, 2011

Accelerated Learning attempts to change this imbalance by including activities that trigger the other intelligences, for example, Brain Gym® , games that involve movement, MindMapping® tools, songs and raps, and word cards. The term “Accelerated Learning” was actually coined by a British educator, Colin Rose. Properly d. All Rights Reserved.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 11, 2011

Military May 19, 2011 Give User Adoption the Respect it Deserves May 17, 2011 How Social Networks Can Harness the Power of Weak Ties May 11, 2011 Addressing On-Demand Learning and Performance Needs #LCBQ May 9, 2011 Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning May 5, 2011 Gregg Sean: Nice review of the topic , I was seeking to see wh.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 5, 2011

This happens far more frequently with “tell-me” eLearning than it ever should. What other good eLearning resolutions are out there? In effect, he was driving; I was just executing the commands. Once he had gotten out of the car, I was completely unable to take over his role. Paul I rarely ever visited. Collaborative learning?

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 21, 2011

This reminds me of a session I attended on emotional intelligence at the eLearning Guild ‘s Learning Solutions 2011 conference last month. But, if the manger or leader can embrace this innovation in learning, encouraging and expecting workers to do the same, the impact could be tremendous. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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