Gyrus

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In this article, well dive deep into how an LMS can transform workplace efficiency and provide actionable strategies to maximize your team’s potential. By implementing the strategies outlined in this article, companies can maximize the benefits of their LMS and create a more productive and motivated workforce.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 7, 2019

” article is now 10+ years old, but the idea of ranges of rates for different activities is still relevant. Richard Watson’s How to Become an eLearning Freelancer site has numerous articles and resources, including a quick calculator to get a rough hourly rate. Freelance Rate Calculators.

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 5, 2022

This article has pricing breakdowns for three different workshops, including one virtual one. This article walks through some of the different factors in determining pricing for a training workshop. Workshop pricing. What to Charge for Your Workshop, Training or Webinar — The Counselor’s Coach. Will training help?

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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 10, 2021

This post includes links on instructional design research and principles, productivity, video, animation, visual design, an elearning example, and my article on scenario-based learning for TD Magazine. My article on scenario-based learning for TD Magazine (members only). I share these links periodically here on my blog. Set the Scene.

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 6, 2023

This doesn’t actually follow Cathy Moore’s “Map It” approach, regardless of the claims in the article and the mention in the post. The article notes some types of interaction that may support cognitive engagement: scenario-based learning, simulations, discussions, and social interaction.

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The version of storytelling apparently assumed as the basis of this article is when a trainer shares an anecdote or story with a moral during live training. What are the downsides to using stories for training and development? – Training Films You’d Watch at Home | Video Production for L&D | Sage Media.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

This article details 10 common factors that affect the cost of video production, with prices for different levels in each factor. This article provides very specific notes on language to watch for and suggestions for revising the language to be reasonable for the kind of risks individual consultants should assume.

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E-Learning Provocateur

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A mission that I bestowed upon my guests was to arrive on the night armed with a source of evidence (eg journal article, industry report, or perhaps the results of their own in-house experiment), and share at least one finding that is practical (we can apply it in our own roles) and is supported by data (qualitative or quantitative).

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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 16, 2022

I did some research to find templates and examples for the eLearning Freelancer Bootcamp, and both of these articles seemed useful. This article reviews the variables that affect hourly rates and the differences between W2 and 1099 contracting. The Freelance Designer’s Guide to Cold Emailing (with Templates) | Dribbble.

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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 6, 2024

This article considers conditions for compensating artists for AI images based on specific artists’ style and work. This image was generated in Midjourney. AI images and video AI Art: What Should Fair Compensation Look Like? Intellectual property is one of the big ethical questions with generating AI images.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 19, 2024

I keep highlighting and bookmarking these articles because I appreciate how she breaks down these concepts. In this article, she summarizes three versions of a story where a secret is revealed at different times to show how the structure affects the message. Hadiya includes several examples.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 11, 2023

Branching scenarios Role-Play Training – Insights From Clark Aldrich A lengthy article from Clark Aldrich on how to create Short Sims or branching role-play training. Verbit Smart Player – Verbit Video player with interactive transcripts and accessibility features like high contrast and audio description tracks.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Pricing elearning and ILT development Learning Development Pricing Calculator – LXD Central I appreciate the detailed breakdowns of time estimates per task in this article. This article cites my blog post on learning objectives. The free plan appears to have enough features to experiment with it and create a sample.

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InSync Training

JANUARY 8, 2025

This article explores the impact of live video in virtual learning, analyzing whether it boosts engagement or increases distraction based on InSync Trainings 2024 research.

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Infopro Learning

JUNE 26, 2020

In this article we have shared the top 5 tips you need to know to create a results oriented onboarding plan. According to an article by the Harvard Business Review, failing to set clear expectations is one the top eight reasons employees quit their jobs (3). Onboarding is not a single one-time event, but a carefully mapped out journey.

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Ninja Tropic

MARCH 6, 2025

This article delves into the process of custom eLearning course development, providing practical insights from concept to completion. Unlike off-the-shelf courses, custom eLearning offers tailored content that aligns with specific business objectives, ensuring that learning experiences are both relevant and effective.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 26, 2021

These are Chris’s 5 reasons from his article: Knowledge is cheap. Shouldn’t I protect my “intellectual property?” My answer is always the same: share everything you know. All the time. Because knowledge begs to be shared. Chris Lema. Execution is everything. Generosity creates opportunities. Sometimes I write for future me.

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The Art and Science of Scenario Design: An Evidence-Based Framework — MAGIC This article provides an overview of evidence-based principles for creating scenarios to support learning. Parts of this article are based on an interview that the author, Jiani Wu, conducted with me on the topic of scenarios.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This article also includes ideas on how to make better requests, and that’s what’s probably most helpful here. But if you want a paid 1:1 call, especially if you’re vague about what you want, you’re going to have to pay for my time like every other consulting client.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 24, 2022

7 Articles To Help You Improve Your eLearning Designs. I share these links periodically here on my blog. This post includes links on UX, accessibility, branching scenarios, Twine, instructional design blogs, free/freemium tools, and systems thinking. A curated list of UX resources from Mel Milloway with relevance for elearning development.

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Infopro Learning

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

In this article we will share with you 5 different strategies you can use to improve your employee onboarding process. According to a recent article by Forbes, sharing a structured onboarding plan with new hires can significantly reduce new hire stress (1).

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Infopro Learning

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

In this article, we will discuss the strategy to create a successful customer service training program. We hope this article has given you a deeper insight into how to launch successful customer service training. Understand Your Customers. Final Thoughts.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

While this article is about technical writing rather than writing for elearning, I find that the patterns are very applicable to our work. That’s where reviewing these standard patterns in the article can be really helpful. Order Out of Chaos: Patterns of Organization for Writing on the Job by Richard Rabil, Jr.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

This article has some benchmarks based on different factors. This article may help people understand what they’re getting into if they choose WordPress. The answer is like asking for elearning–it depends on a lot of different variables.

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Infopro Learning

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

In this article, we will take a close look at why enterprises are opting for outsourced training providers: 1. A managed-services expert can bring in the right consultants to deliver – or teach employees how to offer – a new training course when niche experience is required. Cost-Efficient.

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Infopro Learning

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

In this article, we will discuss a few key steps for successful enterprise software adoption. Adopting new software can be challenging for employees, especially if it directly impacts their regular routines and everyday activities. Let’s begin. Keep your support teams involved in discussions from the very beginning.

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Gyrus

JANUARY 3, 2025

Article by : Smita Kapadia Smita Kapadia, Director of Customer Success at Gyrus Systems, brings extensive expertise in compliance training and learning management systems (LMS) tailored for highly regulated industries like life sciences. How do you measure the effectiveness of continuous learning?

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 3, 2023

If you are moving beyond automatic captions to provide additional accessibility options in meetings and training with Zoom, read this article to find out what’s possible and what pitfalls to watch for. Thorough guide on using captions and sign language interpreters in Zoom. Free images and icons.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 24, 2023

If you’d like to read more, Articulate has an article about how to choose the point of view for your scenarios. Your thoughts? What do you think? Do you have a strong preference for either second or third person perspective in scenarios? The post Better to Write in Second or Third Person for Scenarios?

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LearnDash

AUGUST 4, 2021

For example, you can have an article on your site that you encourage your learner’s to read. Then you can give them more points if they leave a comment on the article itself! If they go to that page, then they receive points or a badge.

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