The eLearning Coach

JANUARY 19, 2010

And if so, how much realism will be most effective? Surprisingly, a lot of research points to the opposite; realistic graphics are frequently not as effective as those with reduced realism. Low-fidelity graphics can be more effective for learning when you need to: Provide an explanation to people with limited knowledge of the content.

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The eLearning Coach

DECEMBER 7, 2009

This seemed like the appropriate time of year to offer my recommendations of books from a variety of disciplines that you might find intriguing for yourself or as gifts. If you’re delving into building learning communities with social media, this important guide can light the way. Designing Web Interfaces by Bill Scott.

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The eLearning Coach

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

I guess the book, Learning in 3D, has kind of rewired my brain. Learning in a virtual world creates the visceral effect of being present in that environment. It connects the “visual and mental cues that make the recall and application of the learning&# more effective. Share this on Linkedin. Power of Being There.

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Brain Cognitive Social Networks Virtual World 74

The eLearning Coach

JANUARY 25, 2010

You can also check out their Cognitive Monthly page, where they sell a few mini e-books. I’d call this site simple to use and effective. Share this on Linkedin. Share this on del.icio.us. Nearly every day for five years, Dave and Greta Munger reported on interesting developments in cognition. Cognitive Science Blog.

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Tony Karrer

MARCH 3, 2009

Twitter as Personal Work and Learning Tool My LinkedIn Open Connection Approach - Treating LinkedIn like a massive, virtual cocktail party. Other Ways to Tap into the Social Grid In the session, I discussed the use of LinkedIn, Twitter and Blogging as my primary tools for tapping into the social grid.

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Social Networks Social Ning LinkedIn 102

The eLearning Coach

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

For some, admittedly small, portion of learning, lectures can be effective. We know that distributed practice (or spaced rehearsal) is an effective learning technique and a well designed games naturally embody that concept. Probably because Tony O’Driscoll and I just finished a book on that topic, called Learning in 3D.

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The eLearning Coach

MARCH 1, 2010

It’s quite clear from research on the effects of emotion and learning, that an emotional connection can be generated through instructional strategies and creative treatments. This might mean telling the audience how a program will help them become more effective, more competent, or enable them to help others. Evoke Memories.

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