Learning Pool, the Derry-based leading elearning solutions provider is thrilled to announce its placement on the 2020 Training Industry watch list for the top training companies for custom content development. About Learning Pool . Learn & Connect Learning Pool News MORE

Constructivist Learning Theory is centered around the idea that learners are active participants in their own learning and training. Constructivism says the best way to learn is to try a concept out for yourself and then reflect on that experience. The theory was pioneered by educational philosophers and reformers including Jean Piaget, John Dewey and Maria Montessori, among others in the late 19th century. Benefits of a Constructivist approach to learning. MORE

Learning Pool, the Derry-based leading elearning solutions provider is thrilled to announce it’s been selected as a company to watch for Custom Content Development by Training Industry. These companies assist clients all over the world with a wide range of learning needs. MORE

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. I write and design self-paced eLearning for the corporate market. IDs have told me in the past that its not right to allow just anyone to design, build and sell training without the help of their expertise. How much of the pedagogy used by IDs is less to do with learning and more to do with design? Catchya later 7:45 PM Koreen Olbrish, CEO, Tandem Learning said. MORE

Learning is not easy–whether memorizing an alphabet, analyzing the theory of integrals, or creating a dress pattern, most of us need support. Our teachers and leaders facilitate our learning processes with the right combination of hints, tasks based on existing knowledge, and challenges, to help us hone our skills. In this article, we would like to take a closer look at the nuts and bolts of the learning support, namely–instructional scaffolding. MORE

Consider these three “wants” that top most corporate learners’ wish lists. #1 Ideas for learning professionals to make training relevant: Link training to workplace performance, make it non-punitive, and ensure that training is the right answer for the business problem you aim to address. Make learning stick by extending training to the job site. Ideas for learning professionals to engage the learner: Create content that is transformative and inspires action. MORE

Learning Pool, the Derry-based leading elearning solutions provider is thrilled to announce its placement on the 2020 Training Industry list for the Top 20 Training Companies for Custom Content Development. About Learning Pool . Learn & Connect Learning Pool News MORE

Of all the trends catalogued in this latest report, I was intrigued by data and suggestions presented on Trend Number 3: Learning and Development (L&D). From the 2015 report: This year’s third most important challenge was the need to transform and accelerate corporate learning, up from No. This result suggests that, while technical and professional skills are a top priority, corporate training departments have fallen behind. Enter the Learning Design Thinking Team. MORE

We speak to a panel of experienced learning managers and consultants to review the year that was and the next one in the world of corporate learning. We discuss: Business drivers for Learning in 2013. How Learning design and delivery has changed. Influences changing the business model of Learning. Peter Hall – Head of Learning and Development – Australia and APAC, QBE Insurance. Learning Cafe interview with Peter Hall. MORE

By leveraging your personal learning network to get the information you need, you can become instantly productive. What is a Personal Learning Network (PLN)? The idea behind a Personal Learning Network has its roots in a learning theory, called the Theory of Connectivism, advanced by George Siemens back in 2005. Learning: The personal relationships forged above can then be leveraged for ongoing social learning in the workplace. MORE

So, here's the hot list for April 1 - April 11 via eLearning Learning. Although everyone learns most from their mistakes, it does save a lot of money if you keep some tips in the back of your mind. Building Better Learning Games - Learning Visions , April 9, 2009 Interested in building casual games for your learners? Learning results in physical changes to the brain and these changes are unique to each individual. What is an online learning community? MORE

With a laptop (and a frosty drink in hand), it’s easy to put in a quick burst of learning. Tuesday, August 1, 2017, 9AM – 10AM PST: The Business Case for Learning: Using Design Thinking to Deliver Business Results Expenditures for learning and talent development have grown significantly in the past two decades. Few leaders would argue that learning is critical for organizational growth. Eight steps that incorporate design thinking in the learning cycle. MORE