E-Learning Provocateur

APRIL 19, 2011

Unlike some of my peers, I’m not an opponent of the multiple-choice quiz. It’s a convenient and efficient means of assessing e-learners, if it’s done well. At my workplace, I am regularly subjected to the multiple-choice quiz. But that’s no reason to vilify the multiple-choice quiz. I know I have.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

FEBRUARY 3, 2013

by Jennie Ruby  Many of us start writing a quiz when we are sitting in front of our quiz-making software, and the software asks us whether we want a multiple-choice question or a true/false. And what should a quiz do? Well, measure the learning, of course. And now the training is in production?

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Hurix Digital

DECEMBER 20, 2019

However, thanks to the steady slew of technological advancements over the course of the last decade, education has seen a paradigm shift too. The phenomenon of digitalization has arguably gifted pedagogy its greatest strength, i.e., online learning. But what is it that makes these online courses so successful?

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Arlo Training & Events Software

JANUARY 7, 2025

Looking to kick-start your eLearning course creation process in 2025? To make the right choice, though, you’ll need to consider what your goals are for creating engaging eLearning courses, the features in a tool to achieve these goals, and the price you’re looking to pay. Another major use case is internal training.

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Patti Shank

DECEMBER 16, 2019

I developed a quiz ([link] to help people analyze what they know and don't know about developing valuable and valid multiple-choice questions (mcqs). One of the questions: Is “Describe how to” a good behavior/action to use in a workplace learning objective? Actual performance-based LOs make writing meaningful mcqs MUCH easier.

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Wizcabin

MAY 10, 2023

It allows instructional designers and developers to visualize the course flow and ensure that the content is organized in a logical and effective way. Adding interactivity to your storyboard can take your eLearning courses to the next level and create a more engaging and effective learning experience.

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LearnDash

MAY 6, 2025

Online learning is booming, but lets be honestit can also be a snoozefest if not structured thoughtfully. Knowing how to structure an online course for engagement separates forgettable content from an experience learners binge through like their favorite streaming series. Why It Works: Bite-sized content reduces cognitive overload.

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LearnDash

APRIL 16, 2020

Want to turn a lecture, presentation, or ebook into an online course? Many of our tips for creating online courses start from the assumption that you’re creating your course from scratch. Fortunately, long-form content provides an excellent backbone for e-learning. Determine your learning objectives.

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Lambda Solutions

APRIL 9, 2020

If we look under the hood of the Moodle Quiz, we’ll see a lot of opportunities for helping our learners achieve success. Here, we will look at the Quiz as a tool for building assessments for learning. Assessment as learning: learners participate in developing assessment criteria and monitoring learning.

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Making Change

JANUARY 8, 2019

By Cathy Moore “Never design anything without first writing the learning objectives.” It’s a useful rule, but only when the objectives are useful. And there’s the problem — conventional learning objectives can work against us. What do I mean by “conventional learning objectives?”

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ProProfs

DECEMBER 6, 2017

This comprises online training activities, online assessments and multimedia. Using an online sales training tool, businesses can offer focused, customized learning paths instead of just relying on linear course navigation. For instance, are they really happy with the layout of the online training course?

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eLearning Brothers

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Know the Course Goal. Ask yourself and the client… Why are we creating this course and what is the outcome we want? Define Learning Objectives. Define your learning objectives. Your learning objectives will guide your development process. Create Assessment Criteria. Gather Content.

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CourseArc

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

That’s why the growing use of Reusable Learning Objects (RLOs) can be a great addition to the arsenal of tools available to course developers. These tools can be creatively reused to save time when designing eLearning lessons or creating editable course templates. Problem-oriented learning. Visual layouts.

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

The inclusive practice of removing barriers and making learning content usable and accessible to everyone. Asynchronous Learning. A flexible approach allowing learners to access online course content at a time that suits them. Alternative text describing the content of an image on a website or in an eLearning course.

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Adobe Captivate

APRIL 7, 2017

Learning objectives and learning activities are two crucial pieces of ammunition in the eLearning provider’s arsenal. Here, we explore the binary relationship of learning objectives vs learning activities by discussing the difference and understanding the importance of both.

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Roundtable Learning

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Learning objectives and knowledge checks are known for being used in eLearning , but did you know they can be used in other modalities? Learning objectives help organizations set attainable goals and achieve exactly what their learning program set out to do. Characteristics Of Powerful Learning Objectives.

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Obsidian Learning

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Assuming that preliminary analysis resulted in concrete goals for the program, converting those goals into actual, measurable learning objectives specific to each deliverable is critical for the success of the blended learning strategy. Deciding what level of mastery is required can shape your course objectives.

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learnWorlds

APRIL 2, 2019

Selecting assessment activities is a powerful way to achieve learning outcomes and to assure course completion. It determines the degree to which each of our goals has been reached-hence the degree to which your course is successful and valuable. How should someone design assessments in online learning?

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LearnUpon

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Accessibility means course content can be used by people with varying abilities and disabilities. eLearning content developers and instructional designers should aim to make courses clear, easy to understand, and simple to complete. Active Learning. Assessment. CLO (Chief Learning Officer). Accessibility.

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LearnDash

OCTOBER 29, 2024

With the right platform—such as LearnDash—you can ensure your courses are engaging, effective, and easy to navigate. Why LearnDash is the Ideal Tool for Tutors LearnDash is designed to make online learning as intuitive as possible. With LearnDash, you can create courses, lessons, and quizzes using a simple drag-and-drop builder.

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Infopro Learning

APRIL 10, 2018

Do you need to refresh your eLearning course without going over budget? The answer is new microlearning materials, modules, and interactive resources that enhance the effectiveness of your eLearning course. Convert Your eLearning Course Into A Microlearning Online Training Repository. Create Webinar-Based eLearning Courses.

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Gyrus

MARCH 18, 2024

The Role of Assessments in eLearning: Formative vs. Summative GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - Assessments are integral to effective education. They inform decisions around instructional needs, curriculum efficacy, teaching methodologies, learning potential, course progression, and more.

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Gyrus

MARCH 18, 2024

The Role of Assessments in eLearning: Formative vs. Summative GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - Assessments are integral to effective education. They inform decisions around instructional needs, curriculum efficacy, teaching methodologies, learning potential, course progression, and more.

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Mindflash

SEPTEMBER 26, 2013

There you are, sitting at your desk, trying to finish your eLearning course. Write a few quiz questions. You don’t know where to start, so you scroll through each page of your course looking for questions to ask. You find a slide, write a quiz question, and then skip a few more slides looking for the next topic. .

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Gyrus

MARCH 18, 2024

The Role of Assessments in eLearning: Formative vs. Summative Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems Assessments are integral to effective education. They inform decisions around instructional needs, curriculum efficacy, teaching methodologies, learning potential, course progression, and more.

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Elucidat

JULY 27, 2023

With the rising need to develop digital training materials, tools that facilitate the creation of captivating elearning courses at speed are in high demand. A rapid authoring tool is a piece of software designed to help elearning professionals swiftly create impactful, online training courses.

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CourseArc

JULY 28, 2023

Ortiz Universal Design for Learning, or UDL, provides a framework for instructors–whether its higher education, K-12 or even corporate learning–that removes potential learning barriers for all learners, including those who experience learning differences and those with learning disabilities. Diagram by Kelsey R.

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Challenge to Learn

MARCH 3, 2015

I found that there are three simple things that will make the eLearning courses more effective: Have a clear goal. Define proper learning objectives. The wrong way to start creating an eLearning course. An eLearning course is very different from a (PowerPoint) presentation. Define proper learning objectives.

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Fly Plugins

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Are you looking to create effective and engaging online courses? In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the world of microlearning, understanding what it is and how you can create your first microlearning course. It is not intended to cover broad topics but rather to address specific learning objectives.

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LearnDash

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

How writing an e-learning storyboard can structure your course content. Sometimes, when you know a subject well, the idea of creating a course around it can seem, if not easy , at least straightforward. Pulling together a course can’t be that difficult, right? What you need is an e-learning storyboard.

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Paradiso Solutions

APRIL 15, 2025

As educational institutions and corporate training programs pivot to modern, tech-driven approaches, the importance of well-structured eLearning course design cannot be overstated. So, what are the best practices for designing effective and engaging eLearning courses? to ensure you gain full clarity on every aspect of the process.

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Mindflash

JULY 16, 2013

Most of us have been through an eLearning course and completed a simple multiple choice quiz that seemed pointless and a waste of time. These poorly developed assessments can reduce the credibility of our otherwise well-designed eLearning courses. Here are four ways to create effective eLearning course quizzes.

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Moodle Journal

MARCH 9, 2011

When it comes to the actual delivery, I really do want to package this up to include learning object design, and using our Dspace content repository for long term digital preservation. So a busy time ahead and of course some more frequent postings to this blog and of course to our blog for Open Sim.

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learnWorlds

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Learning goals are the heart of a course design and need to be made clear at the planning stage. this article, we are going to explore in-depth the role of Learning Goals and Objectives in course design and how to prepare a lesson plan based on them. Defining Learning Objectives. Table of contents.

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Mindflash

JULY 28, 2014

But if your purpose for creating a training course includes one or more of the following—to motivate the learner, make learning engaging, assess knowledge, drive behavioral change, close training gaps, gain visibility into performance, or measure ROI—you should probably include quizzes in your online training.

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SHIFT eLearning

MAY 22, 2014

Those new to creating eLearning courses will find this post useful in answering their questions and providing them with a checklist of things to consider during the process of converting existing content, which goes far beyond simply transferring content to an online format. Step Two: Determining Learning Objectives.

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TalentLMS

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

When designing eLearning materials, it is important to understand the background of the learner and their learning as well as performance needs. State clearly in the learning objectives section how the objectives are linked to the work-context. However, forgetting will slow down over the course of time.

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