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In two minds

Learning with e's

In a variety of experiments, it was found that people can generally process images faster than text, and can make quicker and smarter decisions when presented with pictures than they can with verbal instructions. Giving children pictures and words in combination can provide them with the best chances to learn concepts.

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Going the extra mile

Learning with e's

The previous post highlighted issues around the theory of Communities of Practice, from the work of Jean Lave and Etienne Wenger. The women in the picture above were taking part in a charity event called Race for Life - a run organised by cancer charities. Jung Archetypes and Synchronicity 19. Koffka Gestalt theory 21.

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Going the extra mile

Learning with e's

Photo by Steve Wheeler This is number 26 in my series on learning theories. The previous post highlighted issues around the theory of Communities of Practice, from the work of Jean Lave and Etienne Wenger. Jung Archetypes and Synchronicity 19. Previous posts in this series are all linked below. Koffka Gestalt theory 21.

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Theory-informed design tips

E-Learning Provocateur

• Place the text in the infographic as close as possible to the corresponding point in the picture. • Where possible, enable the learner to undertake the learning at their place of practice. • Use real photos rather than cartoons or illustrations. The forum may be synchronous or asynchronous, or both.

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Why Content Curation Should be in Your Skillset

Jay Cross

Picture a digital curator in your company. And, as Clay Shirky has said: “Curation comes up when people realize that it isn’t just about information seeking, it’s also about synchronizing a community.”. Pinterest enables you to curate photos. select for the collection. authenticate and preserve items.