Mon.Jul 18, 2016

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5 Tips for Choosing an Awesome eLearning Development Partner

Dashe & Thomson

If you've ever had to augment your internal team's resources by bringing in a vendor to develop eLearning, you know that selecting the wrong partner can cost a lot -- in money, time, and sometimes a bit of your sanity. Finding an eLearning development partner that is highly skilled, cost-effective, and easy to work with can make or break your project.

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How to add the WoW factor to your CV and your learning

Saffron Interactive

So for those of you who’ve been living on one of Saturn’s moons for the last 12 years, World of Warcraft (or WoW for the indoctrinated) is what’s known as. The post How to add the WoW factor to your CV and your learning appeared first on Saffron Interactive.

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3 uses of Virtual Reality in workplace education

E-Learning Provocateur

I’m always surprised when someone makes a sweeping declaration such as “No one’s using virtual reality in the workplace” I heard this very statement recently at an e-learning conference. Yep, an e-learning conference. Sure, VR is an emerging technology, but as 20 real-world examples of Virtual Reality can attest, early adopters are indeed putting it to use in the workplace.

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Top 5 Moodle Plugins to Enhance Productivity

Lambda Solutions

As an official Moodle partner, our Moodle experts regularly review plugins and advise our clients on which plugins to select based on their learning and training requirements. We’re able to test and recertify all new standard plugins to make sure we can troubleshoot any potential errors. Here is our tried and true list of Moodle plugins to enhance productivity.

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Experience the Benefit of Fully Trainable AI-Powered Learning Companions

As a training manager looking to amplify your team's results, Knowledge Avatars are the next level. Beyond mere chatbots, Knowledge Avatars are companions, interactive tutors ready to educate the urgent information your team needs to excel in their roles. Knowledge Avatars are versatile and adaptable personal coaches! They can be customized with your company's knowledge via a simple upload of your data.

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Monday Morsels – Avoid Employee Lawsuits and Breaches In Security

Edmego Learning

Monday Morsels. Security Breach Because of a Lack of Compliance Training. Is your company’s information protected? Is it secure? Do your employees know the security protocols for your organization? This morsel I read by Lowcards triggered some thoughts for me. This expression struck me: “ Most of those surveyed still do not believe their employees know enough about their company’s security risks “ There are way too many opinions floating out there when it comes to co

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Three Reasons to Attend Inkling Illuminate

Inkling

“Da… da… dun dun dun” what’s not to love about the best mobile workforce enablement event happening at McDonald’s Hamburger University on July 27th? Inkling Illuminate is less than two weeks away, and we couldn’t be more excited to see all of our customers, prospects, and partners! Still haven’t registered for your spot at the event? Here are the top three reasons you should attend Inkling Illuminate… . 1.

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Google’s Micro-Learning Findings

LearnDash

With the rise of mobile devises there has been more talk about micro-learning. There are many resources to learn more about micro-learning , but in a sentence it is a way to deliver learning content that is optimal for the smartphones and tablets. It is a really exciting time for the elearning industry. Mobile learning represents the transition for the elearning standard that has been prevalent for the past 15 years.

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LEARNNOVATORS FEATURED AMONG THE TOP 5 E-LEARNING/DIGITAL CLASSROOMS IN INDIA FOR 2016

Learnnovators

Chennai (India). Learnnovators , a leading provider of innovative e-learning solutions, has been featured among the ‘Top 5 E-Learning/Digital Classrooms in India 2016’ report by SiliconIndia, India’s largest community of technology and business professionals. Education in India is taking giant leaps forward, both in terms of pedagogy as well as the technology used for imparting learning.

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Enjoying the Summertime with Storyline Hotspots

eLearning Brothers

Summertime is here and the heat is on. Boogie boards, beach volleyball, and sunscreen are all key parts of the hot summer days. So what better time to look at what’s “hot” in Articulate Storyline 2. I’m talking particularly about hotspots, those powerful, but oft-neglected interactions that are native to Storyline. We’ve created some awesome interactions that will allow you to spend those hot summer months pumping out professional-looking eLearning courses that utilize the hotspot functionality

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The Ultimate Guide to Monetizing Customer Learning

Every decision that goes into your learning monetization strategy matters for your organization’s bottom line. Our research has shown a clear correlation between high program maturity (and ROI!) and choosing the right monetization strategy. This eBook contains clear, actionable ways to approach packaging and pricing models that will help your association grow revenue, improve profitability, and drive expansion into new markets.

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The talent behind TalentLMS: An interview with our Customer Success Manager

TalentLMS

If you play Trivial Pursuit often you might be familiar with factoids such as that Rubik’s cube was created by Hungarian sculptor Erno Rubik, and that the sandwich was invented by John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich. But do you know who helped create your favorite Cloud-based LMS platform, or the names of the people working behind the scenes to bring you the most satisfying SaaS experience?

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5 Qualities of an Efficient Salesperson [Infographic]

CommLab India

In an ATD sales training event conducted by DrawSuccess, participants were asked about the barriers to sales success and qualities of an effective salesperson. The barriers identified were of 2 categories: Uncontrollable Barriers: Issues on which the organization might have control, but not sales reps. Controllable Barriers: Trainable skills such as organizational and negotiating skills.

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Why We Need To Expand The Definition of Workplace Diversity

eLearningMind

A 2014 study by SAP had some interesting findings about workplace diversity: When polled about the biggest concerns being faced by HR managers surrounding diversity at work, 60 percent cited employees’ lack of interest in assimilating workplace values, 50 percent were worried about conflicting generational values, and 47 percent said that they were concerned about the so-called “unrealistic expectations of millennial employees.”.

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Role of E-learning in Creating an Ethical Workplace

CommLab India

What if I say an ethical workplace leads to increased productivity? Would you agree? Let us first see what an ethical workplace is! In an ethical workplace employees act in accordance with the acknowledged principles of ethical behavior. It is an atmosphere created by the unconscious and conscious choices of your workforce. To be ethical at work may include being morally right and being truthful to your employer, peers, and clients.

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Modernizing Hiring: The Rise of Contingent Recruitment in 2024

The job market is changing fast, and to stay ahead, your hiring strategy needs to be flexible. With recent economic shifts, more companies are turning to contingent workers for their adaptability and cost savings. In fact, 32% of businesses are already prioritizing contingent over traditional full-time positions. Curious to learn more? In our new guide, you'll discover: The major benefits of incorporating contingent workers into your team.

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3 Reasons Why You Should Join an eLearning Community

OpenSesame

Do you have Facebook Messenger? How about a group chat with your closest friends? Does your job use Slack to communicate with one another? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you are a part of an online community. However, are you a part of an elearning community? If not, here are three reasons why you should join one: 1. Exchange Tips and Resources.

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Corporate Mindfulness Training Programs Seeing a Boost

CLO Magazine

If it hasn’t already, the mindfulness training trend may be coming to your office soon. Workplace mindfulness training programs can help workers manage stress and improve memory and focus. Training can be delivered in a number of ways including in-person and online, and according to a 2016 study by the National Business Group on Health and Fidelity Investments, 22 percent of companies have mindfulness training programs.

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How to Transform a PDF into an eLearning Course

360 Training

Have you ever created comprehensive training that was well received by the target audience? Congratulations on your success! Let’s not stop there. It’s time to build on that success and transform that training material into an online course so that more and more people can benefit from your knowledge and expertise. In this post, we will shed light on how to transform PDF content (training material) into an online course.

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Two Key Players Create Value from Competency-Based Learning

CLO Magazine

Higher education’s use of competency-based learning (CBL) delivery approaches may be the key to mitigating the skills gap. But its full value can’t be realized on college campuses or in the workplace until all parties involved in the talent pipeline come together, said Deborah Everhart, vice president of design and innovation at Learning Objects, a segment of Cengage Learning that designs and builds learning programs and experiences using a CBL approach.

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11 Tips to Drive Learning Content Consumption

Unlock the full potential of your educational initiatives with the 11 Tips to Drive Learning Content Consumption eBook. You’ll uncover: Why measure content consumption rather than (or in addition to) completion rates and member satisfaction? What are some proven tactics to create quality learner content and raise your content consumption rates? Discover the secrets from leading experts in the field, distilled into practical tips that promise to elevate the quality of your educational offerings,

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The Client’s Critical Role in Custom Elearning Development

The Learning Dispatch

Recently I was asked about common issues for our clients to be aware of when contracting for custom elearning. After all, our goal at Microassist is to provide our clients with a final, custom-built online training product that gets people to learn in a new, engaging, and all-around satisfying format that enables learners to acquire a new skill and perform at a higher level.

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Tips for Creating Sound Learning Objectives

Designing Digitally

Learning and development programs help organizations generate a more highly skilled and productive workforce, which in turn, drives business outcomes and generates revenue. Only carefully designed learning programs will help organizations achieve these goals, however. Program designers should build such programs based on effective course design practices.

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3 Reasons Why You Should Join an eLearning Community

OpenSesame

Do you have Facebook Messenger? How about a group chat with your closest friends? Does your job use Slack to communicate with one another? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you are a part of an online community. However, are you a part of an elearning community? If not, here are three reasons why you should join one: . 1. Exchange Tips and Resources.

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Your Workplace Can’t Be Dull or Dirty

CLO Magazine

The expression that a cluttered desk — room, home, whatever — is a sign of a cluttered mind may not ring true for you, but a dirty and unstimulating office? That’s not doing you or your fellow employees’ brain health any favors, according to a study published last month in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Florida State University’s Joseph Grzywacz, the study’s lead researcher, wrote that there are both seen and unseen things in the workplace that can impact on workers’ cog

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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In Real Life: That Won't Work for Us by JD Dillon

LearningGuild

Skepticism. Doubt. Snap judgment. One of these is not like the others. Skepticism can be a healthy means of suspending. judgment, as long as impartial investigation follows. Doubt can be a natural response to risk, and it can be overcome. But. snap judgment, if a habit, may do more harm than good. If you’re vulnerable to that habit, here are five practical ways to. overcome it.

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The Relationship Equation: How Sellers Can Cultivate and Leverage Strategic Relationships

Training Industry

It came to fruition this spring: the largest opportunity and sale in my company’s history. A true game changer. As you might imagine, that sale did not happen overnight. In fact, it was years in the making. With the project launch now underway, I’m reflecting on what it took to get us to this pivotal moment and the lessons I’ve learned through the process.

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4 Takeaways for L&D Leaders from Degreed Lens NYC Event

Degreed

The Degreed Lens event in New York was an evening of drinks, dialogue, and debate as over 150 L&D leaders came together to discuss ways to reinvent the learning experience for their organizations. As L&D professionals, our roles have grown and changed to include so many additional things like change management, restructuring, compliance, and culture.

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Learn About Organization Features

DigitalChalk eLearning

The organization feature allows you to easily make adjustments to what users see on both the ‘Catalog’ and ‘Dashboard’ tab. Learn more below about how to gain access to the features and what you can change within your organization. How do I access this Organization section on my account? To access this you will want to: Go to the ‘Administration’ tab.

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10 Questions to Ask Before Buying an LMS

Find your perfect LMS. Choosing the right Learning Management System (LMS) is crucial for your business's success. With so many options available in the market, how do you ensure you make the best choice? This guide is your key to finding the ideal enterprise learning platform for your business. Compiled by industry experts, these questions will help to clarify your needs, prioritize your most essential features, and guide you through the evaluation process.

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How to make best use of your training budget in 3 steps

Rob Hubbard

In uncertain times, L&D budgets have a tendency to get slashed. Th is doesn’t need to herald doom and gloom. It’s an ideal time for L&D to reposition yourselves as integral to the business, as consultative partners who help to support wider organisational strategy and goals, rather than as a training shop. So how do you do this with a limited budget?

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Missing Learning Development Link: Government

CLO Magazine

All columnists should take their own advice regularly, if for no other reason than to show some empathy for their readers. In past columns, I’ve posited ideas for how business and higher education can work together to develop tomorrow’s workforce today. Those columns encouraged CLOs to reach out to their counterparts in higher education. I decided to do some of this outreach myself recently, and I worked with Wayne Smutz, dean of continuing education and extension at UCLA, to put together an eve

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Seven Secrets of Cost-effective E-learning Translations

CommLab India

How can you translate your e-learning content effectively? What does it take to make your online course locale-specific rapidly, with minimum expenditure? Well, here are 7 proven tips. Tip #1: Plan well for the translations and plan early. It is very important to consider the needs of your multilingual learners before you begin developing an online course.

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