Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 13, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Twitter as Social Learning: Seven Ways to Facilitate the Exchange of Information by Paul on March 14, 2011 in social learning Most of us in the adult learning industry have already found and incorporated Twitter into our everyday lives.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 12, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Surfing the Net: Waste of Time or Personal Directed Learning? Only recently has the training industry begun to tap into this realm of informal, social learning. I argued that they were both dead wrong.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 1, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Is Your Measuring Stick Allowing You To Manage For The Better? I was surprised to learn that baseball began as a boys’ game and that most adults had no interest in the sport whatsoever. And how did that happen?

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

Just as the corporate world thought they had caught up to adult learning norms with the adoption of eLearning, and some with blended learning, along comes social learning. These are the people that seem to know a little about a lot and love to share every thing they learn to every body.

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Rapid eLearning

AUGUST 1, 2008

The Rapid Elearning Blog. 5 Simple Ways to Get Started with E-Learning Development. Microsoft has some really nice starter templates to help you organize your learning project. Learn from the Experts. E-Learning by Design : I like to recommend this one because it covers all of the basics well. 15 comments.

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TechSmith Camtasia

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Designing an eLearning course can seem like an intimidating task. Perhaps more importantly, what can you do to make sure that you design an eLearning course that delivers real results? Tim Slade is a speaker, award-winning freelance eLearning designer and the author of the book, ‘ The eLearning Designer’s Handbook.’

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Learningtogo

DECEMBER 13, 2022

As an instructor for ATD’s Adult Learning Certificate , I work with many former teachers wanting to transition from teaching younger students to becoming corporate trainers and instructional designers. As an adult, the sharp distinction some professionals make between andragogy and pedagogy trouble me.

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ID Reflections

MAY 10, 2010

ID = Instructional Design b. Similar post in this blog: In Response: Accidental Instructional Designers #dl09--Part I 5. Comments on other blog(s) regarding qualities of an ID: Perfect Behaviour 6. Role: Instructional Designer: Exp: 5-9 yrs Qualification: Any Graduate Job Profile: 1.The

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TalentLMS

JUNE 16, 2022

There are a number of different adult learning theories that can be used to guide employee training, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. In order to choose the best approach for your business, it is important to understand the key concepts of each theory. Theories of learning for employee training.

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Adobe Captivate

OCTOBER 12, 2018

In Ireland and the UK, we have a shortage of Instructional Designers, Developers and Trainers to meet demand. First, you need to identify what role you wish to take, designer, developer or trainer? Next is to decide how you will start your learning path. A passion for helping others to learn (a must have).

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Philip's Learning

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

If you're interested in pursuing a career in instructional design, you may be wondering if you have what it takes to succeed in the field. The truth is that instructional design is a diverse and inclusive field, and there are many different paths that can lead to success as an instructional designer.

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eFront

JULY 21, 2015

It’s best to revise with a group of experts and instructional developers than with the major stakeholders and learners. Sara de Freitas and Martin Oliver proposed a set of four eLearning design and development elements called the Four-dimensional Framework. Training designers to select specific teaching factors.

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Infopro Learning

APRIL 3, 2018

Are your employees able to apply what they’ve learned to overcome work-related challenges? Or does your corporate eLearning course focus on theory instead of practice? The Goal-Based Scenario Model blends case-based instruction with practical application to motivate and engage corporate learners. Identify Employee Skill Gaps.

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IT Training Department Blog

JUNE 22, 2023

This is a comparison of the value of technical writing vs. instructional design. If you know me at all then you know I hold more value in instructional design. Technical writing and instructional design are two disciplines that may cross paths quite a bit yet couldn’t be more different.

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Matrix

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Many corporate employees prefer self-directed learning, which is a celebrated professional development method. L&D specialists usually create learning paths for each role, but they also curate many valuable resources to be accessed by people at their own will. Several factors need to be considered besides the learning materials.

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Matrix

AUGUST 10, 2021

Yet, the rise in e-learning that resulted from the pandemic has had benefits across industries. While we definitely would prefer 2020 hadn’t happened the way it did, the challenges it offered reshaped the future of online learning and proved just how valuable e-learning options are in adult education.

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TalentLMS

JUNE 20, 2023

Given that they usually don’t have a training background, designing and running training sessions and figuring out how to measure the success of their training eat up a lot of their time, yet many of these training sessions fall short when it comes to engagement and effectiveness. It’s about people who are learning.

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TalentLMS

MAY 5, 2015

Faculty and training managers have the best interests and intentions in mind to develop learning programs for their learners. With the widespread use of platform independent eLearning, instructors scramble to convert their existing courses’ content into online learning material. Transfer of learning is also immediate.

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TalentLMS

MAY 5, 2015

Faculty and training managers have the best interests and intentions in mind to develop learning programs for their learners. With the widespread use of platform independent eLearning, instructors scramble to convert their existing courses’ content into online learning material. Transfer of learning is also immediate.

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Instancy

APRIL 14, 2021

How do you ensur e that the designed course is effective? How do you ensure that the course will meet the learning goals? How do you ensure that the course includes all the components for a successful learning experience ? How do you ensure that the course is engaging enough to keep the interest of the learners alive ?

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Matrix

DECEMBER 7, 2021

One of the greatest challenges of instructional design is finding the right practical activities that allow learners to use the new knowledge in relevant, day-to-day situations. However, even when the learning infrastructure allows for immersive experiences, they are not quite the same as reality. PBL is less time consuming.

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Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

You have to provide some proof of your capabilities and at the very least be able to point to a really kick ass portfolio of design treatments or even courses you’ve built (or collaborated on with someone else). If you really want to show your stuff, take one topic and create a few different designs out of it. That’s right.

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CrossKnowledge

JANUARY 6, 2022

Designers, project managers and educational engineers all have a role to play in improving and maintaining learner engagement. The finding: The first lesson learned is that training courses are often perceived as being too theoretical or conceptual. Improve the clarity of instructions. Take advantage of internal testimonials.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Saul Carliner’s second edition of Training Design Basics is written for people who are brand new to the field and are creating their first training program. People switching careers into training or instructional design from another field would also find a wealth of information. Choosing an Instructional Strategy.

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LearnUpon

APRIL 25, 2019

Every trainer’s ambition is to make corporate learning as impactful and engaging as possible. Adult Learning Theory, also known as a ndragogy is a concept that has been around for years. It highlights the distinct ways adults best respond to learning and it’s a must-know for any training provider.

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Matrix

MAY 7, 2019

The way adults learn has become a field of study rather recently. Its pioneer, Malcom Knowles identified several principles that lead mature learners: Adults are autonomous and self-directed. Read more: Implications of the Self Determination Theory in the workplace. Adults draw a lot on their previous life experiences.

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Origin Learning

OCTOBER 18, 2016

There have been all types of blend in learning, using all possible avenues from brick-and-mortar classrooms, virtual classrooms, eLearning, digital tutorials, videos, to xAPI tracking all forms of social or informal learning. Introduction to Instructional Design. The readerscan click on each name to learn their details.

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Hurix Digital

JULY 22, 2021

To keep students engaged and to foster collaboration, course designers can build active learning and interaction into online courses to promote transformative learning experiences. This blog will help you understand the difference between engaged learning, collaborative learning and transformative learning.

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eLearning 24-7

JUNE 29, 2020

This post is going to be somewhat different than in the past, specifically a result of the argument of the effectiveness of learning styles and if they even exist. No one mentioned e-learning which was part of the reference, specifically related to retention. Quality e-learning is interactive and engaging.

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Paradiso Solutions

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

As more learning professionals use technology to create meaningful educational and training content, instructional design jobs are in high demand. 31% of current Instructional Designers believe their job title does not accurately describe their responsibilities. What is the role of the Instructional Designer?

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Ed App

JANUARY 7, 2022

Learning is not easy–whether memorizing an alphabet, analyzing the theory of integrals, or creating a dress pattern, most of us need support. We start receiving organized instructions and hints already at home. What is instructional scaffolding? The theory behind instructional scaffolding.

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Ed App

JANUARY 18, 2021

Whether talking business, social equity, sustainable development or product design, education is considered paramount for thriving societies, successful business and cutting-edge industries. Learning and Development departments are crucial for keeping up with the ever-changing markets and new developments.

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Matrix

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Self-directed learning (SDL) is not a recent concept. One of the leading experts on adult education, Malcolm Knowles, has researched and published studies on what he called the self-directed andragogy. Corporate learning, on the other hand, started out in a much more conservative manner. Features of SDL.

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E-Learning Provocateur

APRIL 5, 2021

We may alternately use pedagogy to mean the general approach to teaching and learning. In this broader sense it’s an umbrella term that may also cover andragogy – the teaching of adults – and heutagogy – self-determined learning. Not necessarily teaching, not necessarily children.

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TalentLMS

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

As adults we hardly waste our time socializing with “friends” who add little meaning or value in our life. As adults, we are used to engage in activities that are productive and meaningful. Adult learning theories further prove this argument. We also stray away from places that remind us of any unpleasant memories!

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Learning Rebels

DECEMBER 30, 2014

All I can say is, YOWZA , there has been a lot of Kaizen going on in Learning Rebel “land” To refresh your memory, Kaizen is Japanese for “improvement” or “change for the best”, referring to philosophy or practices that focus upon continuous improvement. Thank you Brian. There it is.

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eFront

JUNE 8, 2017

There’s no doubt about it: Contextualizing can dramatically boost teaching and learning outcomes! While lately, there has been an increased appreciation of the use of contextualized learning activities in adult education, the fact is that the concept itself is not novel. Understanding contextualized learning.

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