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Social Networking – A Contrarian View

Upside Learning

We all know social networks promote learning; while the mechanisms aren’t documented or well-understood, that it works isn’t in doubt anymore. But we must ask, are the ‘social media/networking systems’ out there promoting this learning? Has your organization implemented a social networking platform?

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Measurement & ROI for Social & Network Learning

Experiencing eLearning

PFL: Preparation for Future Learning–setting up people to be able to learn more effectively. This can be the social network. Also need to think about opportunity cost–what are you giving up to spend time on social media? Is that something we should measure too? Ask yourself “Why am I measuring?

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Effective Community Management: Best Practices for Success

learnWorlds

So, as we kick off this journey into effective community management, let’s keep these stats in mind. In this section, we’ll unravel a set of best practices, each a crucial element in the art of effective community management. The branding ensures a cohesive and unique identity aligned with the organization’s goals.

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Can Instructional Designers Effectively Work Remotely, and Should They?

IT Training Department Blog

And, of course, there’s one study that tells us almost nothing about the drawbacks of remote work, yet pro-RTOs (Return To Office) cite articles that cite the study to no end, saying it means remote work isn’t as effective, period. This post is about instructional designers and whether they can effectively work remotely.

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What to Consider When Choosing a WordPress Membership Plugin

LearnDash

To do that effectively, you’ll also want to be sure your membership plugin integrates with other key systems. Forum or social networking site. Some membership plugins have specific features that help you manage forums or other social networking functions. What kind of documentation and support to they offer?

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Not Every Employee Is Comfortable with Technology: Empower Them with Custom Training for Company Technology

IT Training Department Blog

By empowering employees with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate and utilize corporate technology effectively, you can make sure all employees are equally as prepared and ready for new digital tools. And that starts with ensuring that every employee has the skills and knowledge to effectively use company technology.

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Can Social Networks Replace Your LMS?

OpenSesame

In my ongoing love affair with Quora , I recently joined the discussion on a new question: Can specialised social networks replace learning management systems ? After some consideration, I think the answer is really that soon we won’t be able to tell enterprise social networks and LMSs apart.