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In an earlier article, we examined The Top 5 Onboarding Blunders and how to avoid them. But it’s just as important to start ensuring that your training delivers real-world results. They wrap around your program, protecting it from guesswork, errors and confusion. MORE
Globalization has increased interaction among organizations worldwide, and integrated organizations from the farthest corners of the world. In fact, globally trending digital learning strategies like microlearning can help these companies keep on track in this globalized world, provided the organization implements the latest contemporary microlearning technology and trends prevalent in the world. Microlearning And AR/VR (Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality). MORE
Brella Co-founder Mark Mallchok will host a special session exploring the power of first-person narratives in creating engaging digital training programs. and a Technology Test Kitchen, where leading experts will demonstrate the best ways to incorporate tech tools into training programs. MORE
More and more companies are turning to collaborative Virtual Reality (VR) training and education environments, while early adopters are already seeing impressive results. It works hand-in-hand with Microsoft’s leading technology to offer the world’s most accessible experiential learning. MORE
To survive in the rapidly evolving world, upskilling your employees has to be a part-and-parcel of your business strategies. Usually, the goal of an employee training program is to enhance the skills, knowledge, and productivity of employees. MORE
In this article, I’ll share 7 tips for creating an effective online training certification program for your corporate learners. Creating An Effective Online Training Certification Program: 7 Useful Tips For eLearning Professionals. MORE
The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) launched an online resource for potential and current educators in West Virginia called Teach West Virginia and as part of the initiative, a 3D world is playing a key role in the process. According to the article West Virginia looks to Second Life As part of the program, they have developed a unique and groundbreaking virtual world on the internet’s largest 3D virtual community, Second Life. MORE
Virtual reality in enterprise training & the gamification of elearning instructional design are hot topics as the millennial crowd begins to take over the workforce. But what exactly is Virtual Reality good for? MORE
Below are our recommended learning and development articles from the past 12 months, including thought-provoking or simply fun articles related to the field. Recommended Learning and Development Articles from Our Senior Learning Architect. Program Design (11). MORE
Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Can Games Transform the World? It turns out that the mechanics of videogames can transform the world—making even the most arduous tasks pleasant and rewarding. MORE
This article focuses on a topic that has historically been an albatross around the neck of training and development: assessment. A recent Forbes article identified the top 10 skills that organizations are looking for in new employees. MORE
If talent acquisition, development, and retention are top-of-mind for you as a sales leader, here are 40+ of the best sales training programs to check out! Salespeople who complete excellent training programs deliver 10% higher win rates. Programs include. MORE
There avatars wave good bye as the virtual world closes on March 9, 2010. Another consumer-based 3D virtual worlds is closing down in a few days. The well-known virtual world called There is closing on March 9, 2010. While our membership numbers and the number of people in the world have continued to grow, there has been a marked decrease in revenue, which, in these economic times, is no surprise. Tags: 3D worlds MORE
We dive into what virtual assistants can do for course creators with expert VA trainer Kathy Goughenour in this LMScast hosted by Chris Badgett of LifterLMS. So around 2001 she quit her job and started working as a virtual assistant for real estate agents. MORE
As the world of corporates has started offering useful employee training programs, employees in 2020 will have more reasons to be satisfied with their jobs. However, many employers are still having a tough time trying to implement these virtual coaching programs. MORE
In this article we explore 4 ways to design 3D Virtual Reality games where the players can learn and practice real world skills. How 3D Virtual Reality Games Build Real World Skills. As a serious games and simulations developer and advocate, one of the common questions that I have come across is “Do the skills you learn in a simulated environment hold up in the real world?” Click here to continue reading the article on elearningindustry.com. MORE
And what about training program for retail employees? And that is why one needs interactive training programs. In this blog we will focus on ways to make interactive training programs for retail employees. Motivates them to pursue and complete the training program. MORE
Last week, we had an awesome virtual class on how to implement an effective gamification strategy within a corporate learning environment! I’ve been reading a lot of articles recently that relate to constructivism, and some of our attendees were interested in receiving a list of those resources. The next blog posts will probably be devoted to virtual and augmented reality resources. (If I will also post my own summaries of select articles over the next few weeks. MORE
The Smartphone/Google/Netflix universe we live in has finally seeped into the world of enterprise learning. I’ve been watching the fits and starts of virtual reality for three decades. We perceive time subjectively. MORE
This article focuses on a topic that has historically been an albatross around the neck of training and development: assessment. As Cathy Sandeen wrote in the May 2013 issue of Research and Practice in Assessment , “within the MOOC world, assessment is a central feature of design from the very beginning. A recent Forbes article identified the top 10 skills that organizations are looking for in new employees. MORE
A recent, very brief conversation with @krishashok triggered a few thoughts related to emergent workplaces and what learning in the networked world will look like. And after mulling over some of these, I thought they were worth putting down on virtual paper. This is my area of passion. MORE
Here are the four way to implement spaced learning into your training program: Combine spaced learning with microlearning. Include interactive methods and real world simulations. How to Implement Spaced Learning Into Your Training Program. MORE
A recent, very brief conversation with @krishashok triggered a few thoughts related to emergent workplaces and what learning in the networked world will look like. And after mulling over some of these, I thought they were worth putting down on virtual paper. This is my area of passion. MORE
Adding coaching into your current training and development program can have many benefits. This article will outline: How coaching increases the effectiveness of online training. How to build an effective coaching program. How to Build an Effective Coaching Program. MORE
Below are our recommended learning and development articles from the past 12 months, including thought-provoking or simply fun articles related to the field.Did you have a favorite L&D post from 2017? Recommended Learning and Development Articles from Our Senior Learning Architect. MORE
My collection of eLearning Articles, White Papers, Blog Posts, etc. There are some very interesting changes going on in the world of e-learning that seem to have crept up on practitioners. eLearn magazine: Feature Article Ten Web 2.0 eLearn: Opinions Good short article on characteristics of 2.0 Innovate: Moving from Theory to Real-World Experiences in an e-Learning Community 15. eLearn: Feature Article E-learning 2.0 MORE
The other day, I was speaking with virtual world learning expert Anders Gronstedt about teaching in a 3D virtual immersive environment. For those of you who don’t know, Anders Gronstedt (anders@gronstedtgroup.com) is president of the Gronstedt Group , which custom develops immersive learning programs for Fortune 500 clients, and host of “Train for Success,” a weekly Second Life speaking series that has been ongoing for several years. MORE
Virtual Reality. Creating an immersion experience in a virtual environment. Virtual Reality. The Explorer program was shelved in early 2015 and Glass was seen as a “ long-term ” project according to Eric Schmidt in a recent article in the Wall Street Journal. (it Just as I see it moving from the within the app experience to the whole new world of doing many items just by using your eyes – open a web browser, search for courses, etc. MORE
The only place the factory exists is in a virtual, three-dimensional world known as Second Life. The virtual factory creates real-world products using Second Life to design and customize the jeans. Or this article about it in the New York Times. In the future this. MORE
Virtual Reality Training Offers New Ways to Replicate the Learner’s Work Environment. Oculus VR is the Kickstarter-funded company that is developing Oculus Rift, the virtual reality (VR) headset that will change video gaming forever. Enter virtual reality training. MORE
The training world realizes this challenge, which is why we’re seeing more uses for virtual reality in the workplace. Is a virtual reality simulation or 360° interactive training really a better option? MORE
Public health officials from the California Department of Health Services have created a massive online virtual training program. Virtual patients flowed through the clinic, while staff members role played. The program can be adjusted to simulate different numbers of patients. He said he believes the project was a success because they made the virtual environment look reasonably like the real thing. MORE
If you’re sponsoring or developing a peer learning program, you know that professional communities of practice are a cost-effective way to leverage the collective wisdom and experience of a group of leaders with similar roles, challenges or interest areas. What’s going on in their world? MORE
Just like we were promised personal jetpacks and flying cars, virtual reality (VR) has long been teased as an inevitable part of our future (we’re looking at you, Back to the Future Part II! ). In 2015, Google introduced Expeditions, a program for providing VR experiences to school classrooms. MORE
Do you think these have a great future in the world of learning for adults?" There was a great recent article (found via Gary Woodill ) - Where Have All the Avatars Gone? The basic point of the article is that despite not hearing as much about Second Life and other virtual worlds, a lot is happening where you can’t see it. My belief is that true 3D virtual worlds like Second Life will remain a bit more of a niche. MORE
Here are some interesting examples of using virtual worlds for learning, manufacturing and business: In the manufacturing arena, the level of complexity of today’s assembly lines cannot be accomplished with two-dimensional visualization. A virtual 3D world is needed to make sure all of the manufacturing equipment and human employees work together flawlessly. The use of a 3D world can lead to significant savings. Read the article here. MORE
Your Training Edge
DECEMBER 12, 2019
As the world of corporates has started offering useful employee training programs, employees in 2020 will have more reasons to be satisfied with their jobs. However, many employers are still having a tough time trying to implement these virtual coaching programs.
Sales Hacker Training
SEPTEMBER 5, 2018
If talent acquisition, development, and retention are top-of-mind for you as a sales leader, here are 40+ of the best sales training programs to check out! Salespeople who complete excellent training programs deliver 10% higher win rates. Programs include.
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Kapp Notes
MAY 21, 2010
The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) launched an online resource for potential and current educators in West Virginia called Teach West Virginia and as part of the initiative, a 3D world is playing a key role in the process. According to the article West Virginia looks to Second Life As part of the program, they have developed a unique and groundbreaking virtual world on the internet’s largest 3D virtual community, Second Life.
ID Reflections
FEBRUARY 20, 2015
A recent, very brief conversation with @krishashok triggered a few thoughts related to emergent workplaces and what learning in the networked world will look like. And after mulling over some of these, I thought they were worth putting down on virtual paper. This is my area of passion.
Playware Studios
APRIL 22, 2018
In this article we explore 4 ways to design 3D Virtual Reality games where the players can learn and practice real world skills. How 3D Virtual Reality Games Build Real World Skills. As a serious games and simulations developer and advocate, one of the common questions that I have come across is “Do the skills you learn in a simulated environment hold up in the real world?” Click here to continue reading the article on elearningindustry.com.
Learnnovators
APRIL 20, 2015
A recent, very brief conversation with @krishashok triggered a few thoughts related to emergent workplaces and what learning in the networked world will look like. And after mulling over some of these, I thought they were worth putting down on virtual paper. This is my area of passion.
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Your Training Edge
JULY 17, 2014
This article focuses on a topic that has historically been an albatross around the neck of training and development: assessment. A recent Forbes article identified the top 10 skills that organizations are looking for in new employees.
Kapp Notes
JUNE 27, 2008
Public health officials from the California Department of Health Services have created a massive online virtual training program. Virtual patients flowed through the clinic, while staff members role played. The program can be adjusted to simulate different numbers of patients. He said he believes the project was a success because they made the virtual environment look reasonably like the real thing.
ProProfs
JANUARY 8, 2020
To survive in the rapidly evolving world, upskilling your employees has to be a part-and-parcel of your business strategies. Usually, the goal of an employee training program is to enhance the skills, knowledge, and productivity of employees.
Your Training Edge
NOVEMBER 25, 2013
This article focuses on a topic that has historically been an albatross around the neck of training and development: assessment. As Cathy Sandeen wrote in the May 2013 issue of Research and Practice in Assessment , “within the MOOC world, assessment is a central feature of design from the very beginning. A recent Forbes article identified the top 10 skills that organizations are looking for in new employees.
KnowledgeAnywhere
MAY 14, 2019
Adding coaching into your current training and development program can have many benefits. This article will outline: How coaching increases the effectiveness of online training. How to build an effective coaching program. How to Build an Effective Coaching Program.
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Kitaboo
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
And what about training program for retail employees? And that is why one needs interactive training programs. In this blog we will focus on ways to make interactive training programs for retail employees. Motivates them to pursue and complete the training program.
Learnbrite
OCTOBER 12, 2017
Virtual reality in enterprise training & the gamification of elearning instructional design are hot topics as the millennial crowd begins to take over the workforce. But what exactly is Virtual Reality good for?
Kapp Notes
NOVEMBER 4, 2010
The other day, I was speaking with virtual world learning expert Anders Gronstedt about teaching in a 3D virtual immersive environment. For those of you who don’t know, Anders Gronstedt (anders@gronstedtgroup.com) is president of the Gronstedt Group , which custom develops immersive learning programs for Fortune 500 clients, and host of “Train for Success,” a weekly Second Life speaking series that has been ongoing for several years.
Kapp Notes
MARCH 5, 2008
The only place the factory exists is in a virtual, three-dimensional world known as Second Life. The virtual factory creates real-world products using Second Life to design and customize the jeans. Or this article about it in the New York Times. In the future this.
SweetRush
JUNE 5, 2014
Virtual Reality Training Offers New Ways to Replicate the Learner’s Work Environment. Oculus VR is the Kickstarter-funded company that is developing Oculus Rift, the virtual reality (VR) headset that will change video gaming forever. Enter virtual reality training.
Allego
OCTOBER 12, 2018
In an earlier article, we examined The Top 5 Onboarding Blunders and how to avoid them. But it’s just as important to start ensuring that your training delivers real-world results. They wrap around your program, protecting it from guesswork, errors and confusion.
Brella
FEBRUARY 6, 2018
The training world realizes this challenge, which is why we’re seeing more uses for virtual reality in the workplace. Is a virtual reality simulation or 360° interactive training really a better option?
The Learning Dispatch
JANUARY 21, 2018
Below are our recommended learning and development articles from the past 12 months, including thought-provoking or simply fun articles related to the field. Recommended Learning and Development Articles from Our Senior Learning Architect. Program Design (11).
Learnbrite
NOVEMBER 28, 2017
More and more companies are turning to collaborative Virtual Reality (VR) training and education environments, while early adopters are already seeing impressive results. It works hand-in-hand with Microsoft’s leading technology to offer the world’s most accessible experiential learning.
Tony Karrer
APRIL 28, 2008
My collection of eLearning Articles, White Papers, Blog Posts, etc. There are some very interesting changes going on in the world of e-learning that seem to have crept up on practitioners. eLearn magazine: Feature Article Ten Web 2.0 eLearn: Opinions Good short article on characteristics of 2.0 Innovate: Moving from Theory to Real-World Experiences in an e-Learning Community 15. eLearn: Feature Article E-learning 2.0
Dashe & Thomson
MARCH 11, 2011
Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Can Games Transform the World? It turns out that the mechanics of videogames can transform the world—making even the most arduous tasks pleasant and rewarding.
LearnUpon
OCTOBER 24, 2016
In this article, I’ll share 7 tips for creating an effective online training certification program for your corporate learners. Creating An Effective Online Training Certification Program: 7 Useful Tips For eLearning Professionals.
Brella
DECEMBER 22, 2016
Brella Co-founder Mark Mallchok will host a special session exploring the power of first-person narratives in creating engaging digital training programs. and a Technology Test Kitchen, where leading experts will demonstrate the best ways to incorporate tech tools into training programs.
eLearning 24-7
MARCH 30, 2015
Virtual Reality. Creating an immersion experience in a virtual environment. Virtual Reality. The Explorer program was shelved in early 2015 and Glass was seen as a “ long-term ” project according to Eric Schmidt in a recent article in the Wall Street Journal. (it Just as I see it moving from the within the app experience to the whole new world of doing many items just by using your eyes – open a web browser, search for courses, etc.
CLO Magazine
APRIL 13, 2017
If you’re sponsoring or developing a peer learning program, you know that professional communities of practice are a cost-effective way to leverage the collective wisdom and experience of a group of leaders with similar roles, challenges or interest areas. What’s going on in their world?
Kapp Notes
MAY 26, 2009
Here are some interesting examples of using virtual worlds for learning, manufacturing and business: In the manufacturing arena, the level of complexity of today’s assembly lines cannot be accomplished with two-dimensional visualization. A virtual 3D world is needed to make sure all of the manufacturing equipment and human employees work together flawlessly. The use of a 3D world can lead to significant savings. Read the article here.
Tony Karrer
MAY 17, 2010
Do you think these have a great future in the world of learning for adults?" There was a great recent article (found via Gary Woodill ) - Where Have All the Avatars Gone? The basic point of the article is that despite not hearing as much about Second Life and other virtual worlds, a lot is happening where you can’t see it. My belief is that true 3D virtual worlds like Second Life will remain a bit more of a niche.
Adobe Captivate
OCTOBER 29, 2018
Last week, we had an awesome virtual class on how to implement an effective gamification strategy within a corporate learning environment! I’ve been reading a lot of articles recently that relate to constructivism, and some of our attendees were interested in receiving a list of those resources. The next blog posts will probably be devoted to virtual and augmented reality resources. (If I will also post my own summaries of select articles over the next few weeks.
Ed App
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Globalization has increased interaction among organizations worldwide, and integrated organizations from the farthest corners of the world. In fact, globally trending digital learning strategies like microlearning can help these companies keep on track in this globalized world, provided the organization implements the latest contemporary microlearning technology and trends prevalent in the world. Microlearning And AR/VR (Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality).
LifterLMS
OCTOBER 21, 2019
We dive into what virtual assistants can do for course creators with expert VA trainer Kathy Goughenour in this LMScast hosted by Chris Badgett of LifterLMS. So around 2001 she quit her job and started working as a virtual assistant for real estate agents.
KnowledgeAnywhere
MARCH 25, 2019
Here are the four way to implement spaced learning into your training program: Combine spaced learning with microlearning. Include interactive methods and real world simulations. How to Implement Spaced Learning Into Your Training Program.
Brella
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
Just like we were promised personal jetpacks and flying cars, virtual reality (VR) has long been teased as an inevitable part of our future (we’re looking at you, Back to the Future Part II! ). In 2015, Google introduced Expeditions, a program for providing VR experiences to school classrooms.
The Learning Dispatch
FEBRUARY 18, 2019
Below are our recommended learning and development articles from the past 12 months, including thought-provoking or simply fun articles related to the field.Did you have a favorite L&D post from 2017? Recommended Learning and Development Articles from Our Senior Learning Architect.
Litmos
DECEMBER 14, 2018
The Smartphone/Google/Netflix universe we live in has finally seeped into the world of enterprise learning. I’ve been watching the fits and starts of virtual reality for three decades. We perceive time subjectively.
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