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APRIL 5, 2011

In another post, Krigsman writes: Communications in [the context of ERP implementation] means explaining the business impact of technology decisions to a non-technical audience. Without a robust communication and training plan, employees are left wondering how their jobs will look in the future. Ive been looking for some ammo t.

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MARCH 8, 2011

The gist of it was that even though we have an enormous amount of tools available to enable social learning across far reaching boundaries, the self-study type of eLearning seen in so many workplaces today can potentially cut learners off from any type of social interaction during the course of the learning.

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MARCH 22, 2011

Like software simulations, the practice court is a safe environment in which to try new skills and strategies, without fear of negative repercussion. From the minute you start playing basketball, coaches will never stop demanding communication on the court. The same should be demanded at work. Ive been looking for some ammo t.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2010

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS eLearning Review: A Module for the National Security Arena by Jim on October 15, 2010 in Reviews , eLearning Most of the eLearning modules we design here at Dashe & Thomson are aimed at the corporate audience.

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OCTOBER 15, 2010

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS eLearning Review: A Module for the National Security Arena by Jim on October 15, 2010 in Reviews , eLearning Most of the eLearning modules we design here at Dashe & Thomson are aimed at the corporate audience.

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MARCH 2, 2011

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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MARCH 15, 2011

The title was “Expanding ROI in Training Programs Using Scriven, Kirkpatrick, and Brinkerhoff,” which sounds pretty academic. In her column, Bozarth adds this nugget: “To be fair, Kirkpatrick himself advised working backward through his four levels more as a design, rather than an evaluation strategy.” But it wasn’t. Properly d.

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MAY 4, 2011

Ive worked in sales and marketing with various organizations, including 3M, the Minnesota Timberwolves, Ionix Medical, and the Itasca Project. I live and breathe Minnesota sports and love golfing, boating, skiing, traveling, and attending live music. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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DECEMBER 30, 2010

Analyzing the ROI of Social Media in Training | Social Learning Blog - May 3, 2011 [.] | Social Learning Blog - January 7, 2011 [.] 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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FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Finding ways to incorporate these elements can be difficult for instructional designers, curriculum developers, and, especially, creators of eLearning. Discovered via Brent Schlenker’s Corporate eLearning and Development blog. Now, quick go see the movie before the Academy Awards this Sunday. Properly d.

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MARCH 11, 2011

by Jolene on March 11, 2011 in Gaming Theory , Instructional Design , Training Development , eLearning Over the last year or so, I’ve been thinking a lot about how to incorporate games into eLearning instructional design projects. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In

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APRIL 6, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS The Sound of Silence by Jim on April 7, 2011 in eLearning At what point does narration really add anything to an eLearning module, and at what point is it simply being added because “it’s what’s expected?” Think about it.

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APRIL 28, 2011

I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In my spare time I read, play with my kiddos, and train with the Dashe & Thomson running team. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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APRIL 17, 2011

But it should communicate a link between quality, process improvement, and action. I can now see how Level 2 can be used to evaluate role-based eLearning and instructor-led training. This is ROE, not ROI. Level 1: Reaction. This is no longer just evaluating whether you like the course. Level 3: Behavior. Level 4: Results.

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APRIL 23, 2011

If your client wants you to get an elearning module built based on storyboards developed in-house, make sure it’s clear that your work is entirely dependent on their work. The ultimate truth is that success can only come from communication, so talk with your client. Thanks again for this strategy. Properly d.

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MARCH 7, 2011

The same strategy that has worked for Sheen and Old Spice may very well work for the internal expounding of your company’s message, whatever it may be about (e.g. the reason behind a new software rollout, or the need for an elearning module). Ridiculous vs. cheesy, I’ll take ridiculous every time. Properly d.

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JANUARY 5, 2011

This happens far more frequently with “tell-me” eLearning than it ever should. What other good eLearning resolutions are out there? In effect, he was driving; I was just executing the commands. Once he had gotten out of the car, I was completely unable to take over his role. Paul I rarely ever visited. Collaborative learning?

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DECEMBER 8, 2010

Communication is the key to any good relationship, and that rule remains true at the project management level. But if you make these check-ins “all stick and no carrot,” you will increasingly find that your attempts at communication are met with suspicion, or worse – silence. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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DECEMBER 8, 2010

Communication is the key to any good relationship, and that rule remains true at the project management level. But if you make these check-ins “all stick and no carrot,” you will increasingly find that your attempts at communication are met with suspicion, or worse – silence. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

While many large corporations still fear wikis for internal communication because they are “hard to control,” a number of intelligence agencies have been using a wiki tool – called Intellipedia – for several years. Apparently, it’s working. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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DECEMBER 12, 2010

While many large corporations still fear wikis for internal communication because they are “hard to control,” a number of intelligence agencies have been using a wiki tool – called Intellipedia – for several years. Apparently, it’s working. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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MAY 18, 2011

In addition to the use of video games for recruitment purposes, which have been available for some time, the Department of Defense has begun embracing the use of combat simulators, culture-based eLearning , avatars, and even cell phone apps, all designed specifically for military use. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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JANUARY 21, 2011

Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In Im a problem-solver and thoroughly enjoy helping clients succeed and look good. Properly d.

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JANUARY 25, 2011

Even with the help of the newest technology tools to communicate and educate including social media, wikis, and Google, we still need to transform our ILT classrooms and training sessions into integrated blended learning environments. So how do you keep it real? Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff!

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DECEMBER 27, 2010

Depends on the communication channel. Our director of training development called us an Enterprise Training Partner today. .&# But if the majority of your clients see you as a supplemental staffing company, they are loyal to your business, and temporary staffing continues to grow, do you really want to push back? Should I use it?

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MARCH 21, 2011

The now-common blended learning practice of assigning one or more eLearning modules prior to attending classroom training is similar to the Khan/schoolteacher model. The eLearning modules act as the “lecture”, which learners do on their own time. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2015

If there is one thing that holds true for developing eLearning training materials, it’s planning, planning and planning. In fact, it’s not uncommon to spend 40 hours to develop a course to yield only 2 hours of training time. In short, make the planning stage the longest step in eLearning course design! But it’s true.

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DECEMBER 14, 2010

The eLearning Guild hosted an engaging, curiosity-inspiring conference focused on social learning. Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. The kids seize the opportunities, take risks, and flourish. Properly d.

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DECEMBER 14, 2010

The eLearning Guild hosted an engaging, curiosity-inspiring conference focused on social learning. Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. The kids seize the opportunities, take risks, and flourish. Properly d.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2010

Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In my spare time I read, play with my kiddos, and train with the Dashe & Thomson running team.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2010

Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In my spare time I read, play with my kiddos, and train with the Dashe & Thomson running team.

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JANUARY 14, 2011

Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In my spare time I read, play with my kiddos, and train with the Dashe & Thomson running team.

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JANUARY 14, 2011

Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In my spare time I read, play with my kiddos, and train with the Dashe & Thomson running team.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Both in a classroom and an eLearning setting, a new skill is generally presented as a demonstration, then students try the new skill on their own. It’s sort of the ultimate contribution to social learning. Now let’s translate this to a business setting. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff!

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MARCH 6, 2011

Allow them to discover information in bite-sized portions through self-directed activities such as eLearning, and then follow-up with a workshop, discussion group, open lab, or other opportunity to apply the new information. Blend Your “Content-Heavy” Courses. Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff!

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NOVEMBER 24, 2010

I think the majority of us use them throughout the day no matter where we are to communicate with others and access information. Mobile learning should be a fast, easy user experience where learners can access a “robust library of content” and communicate with others. They are the epitome of a just-in-time device. Properly d.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2010

I think the majority of us use them throughout the day no matter where we are to communicate with others and access information. Mobile learning should be a fast, easy user experience where learners can access a “robust library of content” and communicate with others. They are the epitome of a just-in-time device. Properly d.

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