Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 14, 2010

It was at the concert, however, that I fully understood why I must pay attention to social learning. Im a problem-solver and thoroughly enjoy helping clients succeed and look good. Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager.

Social Learning 100

Social Learning Social Networks Blended Learning Social 100

Learning Visions

AUGUST 1, 2007

Wednesday, August 01, 2007 Learning Visions Im Cammy Bean and this is my little corner of the world where I talk about instructional design and topics somewhat related to eLearning. Most of that time, Ive worked for eLearning vendors: companies that design and develop eLearning programs for a wide variety of corporate clients.

Second Life 100

Second Life Instructional Design Moodle eLearning Guild 100

Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 13, 2011

As a marketer, you want to make sure prospective clients are aware of you and your company, so if a prospect asks a question on Twitter that is related to adult learning, reply to it with the intention of grabbing their attention. It also allows users to split people they follow into groups and supports on-the-fly URL shortening.

Social Networks 163

Social Networks Twitter Social Learning Blended Learning 163

Docebo

AUGUST 16, 2019

A Learning Management System is a software-based platform that facilitates the management, delivery, and measurement of an organization’s corporate e-learning programs. Learners: They’re on the receiving end of learning initiatives (after all, they are to whom training programs are intended). resellers).

LMS 131

LMS Learning Management System System Compliance Training 131

eLearning 24-7

AUGUST 3, 2017

Someone who wants to build a digital learning program, would have the following: An LMS/Learning Platform (or subset). Someone who wants to build a digital learning program, would have the following: An LMS/Learning Platform (or subset). IL+IM+OL = DLP (See below). BUT your digital learning program could equally be.

Digital 47

Digital IM IMS Media 47

Learning Visions

MAY 6, 2009

Me: Im an instructional designer. Im sort of distracted by the naked boy who just ran by (not mine). If I see they still have that blank look in their eyes, I quickly mention the names of some of my clients and that usually gets there attention enough to explain further. And then they think Im a flippin genius!!!!

Instructional Design 218

Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Authoring Tools 218

Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 13, 2009

Were creating an orientation program for a national sorority. Game-like program. Im a convert. Yes, Im an English major who writes mostly text bullets instead of novels. So Im curious: what drove you to revisit theory? Cammy, Im glad to hear you so revved up. Jane -- In theory, Im not against theory.

IM 100

IM IMS Authoring Tools Moodle 100

Learning Visions

JUNE 17, 2009

Im in that beginner-mind zone. Although Ive been doing this work for 15ish years, the ground beneath me is shaky and I feel like Im in new waters, navigating new people, new processes, new tools. Im suddenly racking up lots of frequent flyer points. When Im actually in town, I work from the shed. Im @cammybean.

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Beginner IM IMS Moodle 100

The Learning Circuits

OCTOBER 11, 2005

A recent CNET article noted that the typical office worker is interrupted every three minutes by an e-mail, IM, phone call, etc. Attention Management I have written a lot about what I call "attention management" and what everyone else calls "Continuous Partial Attention (term coined by Linda Stone)."

Attention 70

Attention Social Networks Lotus Authoring Tools 70

Learning Visions

DECEMBER 29, 2008

I think Im an inherently lazy person. Im supposed to tag seven other people, which Im feeling really lazy about. So Im just doing six. can you tell that Im re-reading Lord of the Rings? Cammy--Im preferring to think of it as not "lazy" but "balanced." Can I, um, have your attention, please?

IM 100

IM IMS Authoring Tools Moodle 100

Learning Visions

MARCH 25, 2008

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 Jott This Blog I havent had so much time lately to blog, as this project Im working on has been quite grueling. I find my best time for thinking up excellent blog entries is late at night when Im lying in bed. That is, of course, if Im even awake after the kids have finally fallen asleep.

Blogging 100

Blogging IM IMS Brandon Hall 100

Learning Visions

MAY 1, 2007

Im not a big theory person. Im much more into practical application. Im not saying that these theories are right or wrong -- but they get tossed about and referred to with great relish by some in the industry. Im not a big theory person. Im much more into practical application." Amen, Cammy.

Instructional Design 154

Instructional Design Toolkit Instructional Instruction 154

Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

Im not looking for the obtuse theory books. Im already feeling a bit overwhelmed. Im about halfway through Michael Allens new book, Designing Successful E-Learning. Between you and John Im going to need to ask for a visit to Ikea for a new bookshelf too! Can I, um, have your attention, please? What would you add?

Instructional Design 236

Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Design 236

Learning Visions

APRIL 3, 2007

Tuesday, April 03, 2007 eLearning Guild Event -- My Sessions As Ive mentioned here before, Im extremely excited about attending the upcoming eLearning Guild event here in Boston. Im excited to go to as many sessions as I can. Im excited to pick peoples brains. And Im wondering if Im missing something really cool.

eLearning Guild 100

eLearning Guild IM IMS Corporate eLearning 100

Learning Visions

JULY 30, 2007

Im looking for some input: good examples of software product training. Im working on a pitch to a software company -- technical audience (think database guys). Ive done about 8 gazillion software training programs in my time. Can I, um, have your attention, please? Monday, July 30, 2007 Looking for Good Examples Help!

Examples 100

Examples Wiki IM IMS 100

Learning Visions

NOVEMBER 5, 2007

Monday, November 05, 2007 Instructional Design Inspiration As I mentioned last week , Im in the midst of designing my first custom eLearning course in quite awhile. Now that Ive been actually doing some writing, Im having to put it all to work. Ideally, Im trying to figure out how to make this a bit interactive.

Instructional Design 125

Instructional Design Custom eLearning Development Instructional Instruction 125

Learning Visions

DECEMBER 1, 2008

Im not talking about the quantity of my friends, but rather the breadth and depth. Im not sure if there was a specific tipping point for me, but I was certainly amused when one of my friends informed me that Im personally responsible for making her waste more time on Facebook than she ever thought possible. Think Uggs.

Social Networks 100

Social Networks Facebook Tips IM 100

Learning Visions

OCTOBER 29, 2008

" This adage works for me most of the time as Im designing eLearning courses. Right now, Im feeling like just getting to good would be an achievement. Right now, Im proofing a storyboard thats full of endless text bullets and boring software demos with no interactivity -- and theres really nothing I can do about it.

IM 100

IM IMS Moodle Instructional Design 100

Learning Visions

MAY 1, 2009

Friday, May 01, 2009 Name That Tool I just got a FaceBook query from someone and I thought you all could help: Im looking for a tool you might have come across, but I dont even know what product/programming group it belongs to. Im sure I could do a better job describing this, so let me know if Ive been clear.

Tools 100

Tools Moodle ASTD Instructional Design 100

KnowledgeCity

JUNE 1, 2018

New software programs must be user-friendly and be able to adjust quickly to new changes. Communication through an understanding of email, SMS, social media, IM and voicemail. Attention management due to more digital connectedness and use of prioritization skills.

Digital 45

Digital Upgrade Customer Service Social Media 45

Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 30, 2008

In fact, Ive had very little of interest to add to any conversation of late, mostly because Im much more focused on my personal life and the many transitions Im handling there. Hey Cammy--you know me, I think you can always apply the personal to the professional, so Im with Karl that you should blog about the Wii.

Blogging 100

Blogging Personal Personalization IM 100

Learning Visions

JANUARY 8, 2008

I primarily design self-paced eLearning programs. What kinds of programs do you design? Im guessing youre designing online distance learning courses. Im in the weird place of for-profit education, which really has characteristics of both market sectors. Do you have a graduate degree in ID? What do you do?

Instructional Design 100

Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Market 100

Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 4, 2007

Often I have two small kids in tow or Im trying to check ten things off a list during my lunch hour. A good aggregator (like Stephen Downes) will get me the info I need so Im not missing the really juicy stuff. Im sure many of you are the same. Im off looking at the new interesting thing in a heartbeat. Im too distracted.

IM 100

IM IMS Moodle Instructional Design 100

Learning Visions

JANUARY 14, 2009

Im curious, have you had a chance to listen to yours or any of the others? Im happy with how they turned out. Currently Im playing the role of a learning consultant, taking care of solutions and operations for learning services. Im new to blogging and had done a RSS feed on your blogs last year. Curry said. Thanks again!

Instructional Design 100

Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Design 100

Learning Visions

JUNE 25, 2007

Monday, June 25, 2007 Getting Pysched for FaceBook Im definitely feeling out-of-my element in this whole FaceBook thing. Im trying to get into it and discover its potential professional uses. Im just scratching the surface, I suppose. Im feeling lonely and really nerdy. Id like to push this somehow, but Im not sure.

Social Networks 100

Social Networks Facebook Blended Learning Instructional Design 100

Learning Visions

MARCH 29, 2007

To work out my thoughts and ideas (hey, Im an extrovert -- I need to talk about whats going on in my head in order to process it and take it to the next level). Im a new blogger -- not fully evolved). At least, I would hope thats what Im doing. Im excited to meet people whose blogs I have been reading.

Blogging 100

Blogging IM IMS Confidentiality 100

Learning Visions

MAY 21, 2007

Im struck by why I find this topic so interesting. Program control gave better results during initial learning, while learner control was more effective at alter stages." (p. 236) Navigation isnt really about "learning styles" per se, but it is clearly about program design. Vary activities to maintain interest and attention.

Learning Styles 186

Learning Styles Wiki Cognitive Rapid eLearning 186

Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

Im literally not a gamer. I find games as addictive as programming so I avoid both like the plague. Im not sure how I got into games.but I think it had something to do with PONG. But Im so lost at sea for the most part in these environments. But Im no gamer. but Im definitely a gamer. 2:46 PM Karl Kapp said.

IM 100

IM IMS eLearning Guild Second Life 100

Learning Visions

AUGUST 16, 2007

Im losing my steam, but trying to stay somewhat on target. So go ahead and "Email or IM another blogger in your niche to introduce yourself and your blog". Day 13: Search for an Affiliate Program My blog is not about making money. I want to share as much as I can about projects Im working on. I know it does to mine.

IM 100

IM IMS Second Life Moodle 100

Enyota Learning

JUNE 20, 2019

They can encourage the use of different communication modes including IMs, Newsletters, and forums. One of the ways to go about this is to collect employee stories or continuous feedback from professionals who have taken part in a development or a training program. Employee engagement has always been important.

Metrics 40

Metrics Organization IM IMS 40

Learning Visions

JULY 26, 2007

Im not a techie -- far from it. Im an instructional designer with an emphasis on writing and schmoozing. Google Alerts A nice adjunct to Google Reader; Im always discovering something new via my "instructional design" alert. Im #34 on the list. Can I, um, have your attention, please? Gmail Gmail love.

Wiki 100

Wiki Tools IM IMS 100

Learning Visions

MARCH 23, 2009

Monday, March 23, 2009 Market Differences in eLearning Im a fan of the number 42. One of the reasons is also that Graphic Designers often may not have much work, as sometime people just want ILT, or a few recorded sessions, other other delivery formats like remote training, that do no require heavy graphic or programming work.

Market 100

Market Corporate eLearning eLearning Consultant eLearning Strategy 100

Learning Visions

NOVEMBER 2, 2007

Im curious what other folks experiences has been. Im so happy to see you post this up. Im struggling with this right now. How do you finish a program that isnt there? Im not on to trying to source another college or university to try out. Any advice on a great school/program would be greatly appreciated by myself.

Instructional Design 133

Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Diversity Training 133

Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 1, 2008

This hasnt gotten onto my radar before -- Im not sure if there are any state-funded online programs in Massachusetts. Within higher ed, Im sure well continue to see growth in online, but it is starting to plateau a bit. Im with Stephen that we need different kinds of learning options for different kids and different needs.

Online 100

Online IM IMS Instructional Design 100

Learning Visions

MAY 9, 2007

For various reasons, Im not going to go back to school to get a Masters Degree in instructional design. But I firmly believe that this journey Im on is giving me the experience and educational equivalent (if not better) than a formal M.Ed. Even though Ive been doing this ("instructional design") for over ten years, Im starting over.

Informal 100

Informal IM IMS Cognitive 100

Learning Visions

AUGUST 22, 2007

Im no Facebook super-user and I havent experienced a huge time suck from it, but I suppose its possible. Cammy, Im just a "lite" Facebook user, but I have seen profile pages that list their workplaces with commentary about how horrible their company is, or how much they hate their job. And Im in complete agreement.

Social Networks 124

Social Networks Facebook Companies IM 124

Learning Visions

DECEMBER 18, 2007

You ARE a geek! :-) Whats lighting up my life this week is "Beyond Bullet Points" which Im using to structure the PPT that Im going to use for my webinar on time management next month. Im having fun taking more of a story-telling/visual approach to the topic, which frankly bores me to tears, but is what the client wants.

IM 100

IM IMS Instructional Design Moodle 100