Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 12, 2011

It is a world where the capability to find information and turn it into knowledge at the point-of-need provides the key competitive advantage, where knowing the right people to ask the right questions of is more likely to lead to success than any amount of internally-held knowledge and skill. Brain Rules for Learning: Who Knew? We All Did.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 12, 2008

Tuesday, February 12, 2008 Theory vs. Application in Instructional Design: One Academics View A long time ago, I decided I was much better at the practical side of things than the theoretical. Im still a really hands-on person. Or maybe Im just too lazy and poor. How I use theory - selling my instructional design ideas.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 20, 2011

Salespeople are “persuaders,” charismatic people with powerful negotiation skills. → Download Free Whitepaper The Top 10 Pitfalls of End User Training – and How to Avoid Them Given the current state of the economy, businesses large and small are looking for ways to improve productivity while maintaining quality. Properly d.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

Im not looking for the obtuse theory books. After my appeal for something a little more pared down that I might actually be able to read, Dr. John came up with these essentials: The Conditions of Learning and Theory of Instruction , by Robert Gagné Training Complex Cognitive Skills , by Jeroen J.G. What would you add?

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 13, 2009

My brain has a hard time these days parsing dense theory. 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.

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Tony Karrer

AUGUST 25, 2010

A Formula for Storytelling in eLearning - Integrated Learnings , April 6, 2010 When a client asked our team to develop a sales skills enhancement course, we opted to base the training on the methods of the most successful sales person in the department. The Business Case for Social Learning. Im looking for the Why? By Shelley A.

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Learning Visions

MAY 6, 2009

Me: Im an instructional designer. Im sort of distracted by the naked boy who just ran by (not mine). Im sort of distracted by the naked boy who just ran by (not mine). Ellen Wagner says, " I Ds help transform intangible information assets into things of great business or epistemological value." I create eLearning.

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Learning Visions

NOVEMBER 2, 2007

Im curious what other folks experiences has been. He told me that I had no business applying because my 5 years of education and training experience was totally irrelevant to instructional design. I have also worked with individuals that do have ID degrees, and found found gaps in technical knowledge, but not in their theory.

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Learning Visions

APRIL 26, 2007

I have never taken a course in adult learning theory. My current business card says Im a "Manager of Instructional Design". After a few years, I got involved in an IT initiative (then it was called MIS) -- designing a new software application to support our call center business. But at this point, Im here to stay.

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Learning Visions

MAY 31, 2007

So, what do I do if Im not doing that? I use words like "cognitive load theory" or "working memory". Im not such an anal person, so this isnt my favorite thing in the world. And Im really excited about the project Im working on. Im on the fence if I want to get into Instructional Design or be an Eduction Advisor.

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Learning Visions

MARCH 23, 2009

Monday, March 23, 2009 Market Differences in eLearning Im a fan of the number 42. Microsoft in India, just hires content development managers, whose core skill sets is ID, but their role turns out to be that of a vendor manager and content reviewer, as Microsoft (in India) outsources elearning work to 3rd parties.

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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.

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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. Its too busy.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 6, 2009

Roy takes business line; Will takes the professional learning side. Hit Us Hard 31% Hurt A Little 33% Not Much Effect 33% Helped Us 3% (Is "it hasnt hurt us yet, but Im nervous" an answer?) Roy : "If Im a business leader, I really need to know if training is working in order to invest $$." Fewer doing Level 3 and 4.

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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. Can you name any names?

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Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2007

A basic premise of the book is that gamers are on their way into the workplace and will be changing how we do business. Im concerned that women will be excluded if such a focus is put on gaming skills -- or at least the gamer label. Im just raising some questions. If you dont have the skills, you may hit a few walls.

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Learning Visions

MAY 6, 2008

I wrote scenario based questions that were about context and concepts -- not rote memorization skills. Cammy: Although I like to think Im good-humored, I am leery of "humor" or "fun" (scare quotes are deliberate) injected into training like salt water into a frozen turkey. Im glad youre on board with my ducks! Navigation.

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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. In that respect, I do think its inevitable--the business opportunity is too great to not attract people.

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Learning Visions

AUGUST 13, 2007

And Im not implying that Im a Second Life naysayer. 3) And then this morning, I was pointed to this one by my CTO: Gartner: five reasons why business should avoid Second Life by John Pospisil. Ive been exploring the use of Second Life for a client for whom Im developing an e-Learning strategy. IT Security Risks 2.

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 12, 2007

That said, Im a little concerned that the gamer mentality is sometimes presented as important to corporate culture and that as a result women should get into gaming. This seems to echo the stale pattern in which women adapt to a male-dominated business culture. I play geography games, but Im not a gamer. Which is correct?

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Learning Visions

MARCH 16, 2009

I wrote about trying to build learning into work when youre just too busy doing work. This go-round, Im at the other end of things: in a much-needed lull between projects, taking a breather. A great time to brush up on skills, seek inspiration, and learn learn learn. Opening my eyes, looking around, and seeing what I can see.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 20, 2008

Is it the number of theories you can cite? Is it your business card? Along with a handful of other titles, some less glorified than others. :) I say its all about vision, creativity, passion for the learner experience, a good design sense, solid writing skills. Adult learning theory? Im with you all.

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 20, 2009

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Mass Chapter ISPI November Meeting Im speaking at the next Mass Chapter ISPI Meeting, thanks to the always energetic Jean Marrapodi. ► March (11) eLearning Geeks on Spring Break and New Skills for. Little Shots of Theory Instructional Design as a practice in corporate vs.

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Learning Visions

JUNE 27, 2007

Wednesday, June 27, 2007 Facebook for the Enterprise Im still mucking around in Facebook, trying to get it. Provides some real examples of how business-folk are using FB; compares Facebook (emotional attachment) to LinkedIn (static resume). ► March (11) eLearning Geeks on Spring Break and New Skills for.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 27, 2007

Im getting a Masters Degree in Instructional Design. But Ill have the knowledge and the confidence that I know what the hell Im talking about for once. They have necessary skills. My skills and knowledge: growing rapidly. ► March (11) eLearning Geeks on Spring Break and New Skills for. Because its out there.

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Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 12, 2007

Im a linear reader in recovery and have been actively learning how to skim books and not feel guilty about it. Although Im not in active instructional design mode for any projects right now, I did jot a bunch of ideas. those born between 1991-2000), Im a bit of an ape (no offense to apes, mind you). Do They? ) No boomers here.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 8, 2008

Designers are beginning to help others author content and that should leave the more complex projects, where quality of instruction and assurance of skills is needed, in the hands of capable instructional designers. Why this critical skill isnt considered a must-have has me scratching my head. Instructional Designer as Consultant?

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Learning Visions

NOVEMBER 25, 2008

If I notice Im losing someones attention in class, Ill instantly make direct eye-contact, maybe raise an eyebrow, and start talking directly to that student, and most of the time. Im the same when teaching face-to-face -- big user of the laugh to create connection. Business, in many ways, has been slower to adopt. For example.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 26, 2007

But perhaps this is just a general business-blog issue. Now, as a woman, Im definitely interested in those topics. ► March (11) eLearning Geeks on Spring Break and New Skills for. Little Shots of Theory Instructional Design as a practice in corporate vs. It seems this is old news.

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Learning Visions

JUNE 27, 2007

Im going to quote heavily from the article here, inserting my own thoughts along the way. Now we can really only offer advice and access to really good graphics as they have developed the skills to use the tool effectively, and some sense of how to build simple elearning themselves. Those will still remain all over the spectrum.

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Learning Visions

APRIL 21, 2008

Lately, work has just felt way too busy. In June, when the bags under my eyes are mile-wide, Im sure Ill be wishing for the peace and quiet of endless projects. Sometimes just to spice things up, Ill pretend Im a detective and that my work task is a mystery that needs to be solved. Theres a reason youre busy.youre good!

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Learning Visions

AUGUST 7, 2007

Already I can tell you that Im just going to skip this step. Im not trying to make money off this blog. I did it for my ID skills series, but I had planned that all along and left the space for the links to other posts at the end of each post. Well, thankfully, Im no George Lucas! Day 7: Plan a Weeks Worth of Blog Posts.

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Learning Visions

MAY 10, 2009

In a busy kind of way. :) 10:03 PM Jenise Cook said. Dreams do come true, and Im very happy for you, Cammy. ► March (11) eLearning Geeks on Spring Break and New Skills for. Little Shots of Theory Instructional Design as a practice in corporate vs. Nice to know that these dreams are sometimes realized!

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 16, 2011

Whether you’re implementing SAP, one of the many Oracle products, or the latest Business Intelligence tool, user resistance, misaligned business processes and lack of user skill and understanding are most commonly at the root of most failed technology initiatives. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.

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Learning Visions

APRIL 2, 2008

This has very little to do with eLearning - although Im sure those of you with a creative mindset could think of something! Its certainly good for a laugh on a busy morning. Given the female employee a definite day-long schedule of duties so that theyll keep busy without bothering the management for instructions every few minutes.

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Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 14, 2007

At Phil Charrons suggestion, Im taking this next poll a bit deeper. The reason is that I am just too busy. ► March (11) eLearning Geeks on Spring Break and New Skills for. Little Shots of Theory Instructional Design as a practice in corporate vs. As of this post, 55% of respondents proudly say "yes, I AM a gamer."

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

These tasks are essential to any business, but when time and resources are limited at a small change management firm like Dashe & Thomson, they become vital. Selecting consultants with the appropriate skills, experience and personality goes a long way to make a client happy. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.

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