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Embracing Innovation in Learning | Social Learning Blog

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We are moving, albeit in fits and starts, from traditional learning environments, where curriculum are essentially assigned to learners, to more collaborative and innovative environments where learners can self-direct their learning and participate in communities of passion. Of course, when I saw this question, I had to try to answer it.

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Why Companies Should Spend More on Social Learning | Social.

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The figure was highest among large businesses, 42% of which spent money on informal learning during the year. Among industries, a greater number of technology companies and business services/consulting firms spent money on these tools. In dollar figures, spending is minimal. It can’t be that they don’t believe in it. Properly d.

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Measuring Project Success: Thoughts for the Training Professional.

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When Im not busy helping to change the face of corporate learning, I like to train with the Dashe & Thomson company bike team, travel and read. As a business owner, I often feel overwhelmed by the number of tasks in front of me. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Leave a Reply Click here to cancel reply. Properly d.

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Virtual Boot-Camp: Games and Learning with the U.S. Military.

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As a Lieutenant Roy Fish notes, “You can’t simulate the dust, dirt, heat and stresses that you inevitably feel in combat situations, but I think the simulation gets as close as you’re ever going to get in North Carolina to Afghanistan.” As innovative as VBS 2 may be, the U.S. Essentially, the U.S. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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The $2 Whiteboard Shows Power of Peer-to-Peer Learning | Social.

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Analyzing the ROI of Social Media in Training | Social Learning Blog - May 3, 2011 [.] Download the whitepaper » Blog this! instead choosing to learn from those around him (check out Jon’s post on peer-to-peer learning here). This is without a doubt the first time I’ve ever heard anyone say they hate reading. Properly d.

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The Renewed Importance of EHR Training – Meaningful Use Incentives.

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Simply put, in most cases failed EHRs suffer from the same symptoms that are seen in countless other IT implementations: insufficient staff buy-in, insufficient training, and an ROI that is often slow to make itself apparent. Up until now the effects of these failed implementations have amounted to little more than lost opportunities.

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Learning from The King's Speech | Social Learning Blog

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Plagued by his trademark stammer Bertie engaged the help of an innovative speech therapist who the world bypassed for his lack of traditional credentials. Through an unlikely friendship, Bertie rewired flawless speech, and reclaimed bold leadership ability to guide England through war. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.