Fri.Nov 17, 2017

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Happy Thanksgiving – It’s Good for the Brain!

Learningtogo

The U.S. is one of several countries that celebrates the end of the harvest with a day of giving thanks – that we’re prepared to survive another winter. With the word “survival” in the opening line, you’ve probably guessed that I’m about to find a way to link eating turkey with survival, because that’s usually where I end up when I talk about our marvelous survival machines – our brains.

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Why completion rates are no longer the metric of success in modern learning

Kineo

When you’re looking to develop a holy grail of just in time information and resources for your learners, don’t be surprised when they dip in and out, abandon mid-module, or skip to page three of a PDF. Unless we’re talking compliance or a course awarding credentials , a drop in course completions might actually be a good thing. The whole point of pulling your learners in and delivering at the point of need is that you’re providing what your people need to do their jobs.

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Don’t Skimp On Discovery @ Point-of-Work

Living in Learning

This post was triggered and complimentary to Bob Mosher’s post on 11/17…an important read that I agree with completely. What I offer today is an attempt to articulate a “Yes and…” in this post. The Critical Skills Analysis (CSA) used in the 5 Moments of Need methodology is extremely essential for distinguishing what can be […].

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GAME NIGHT!

Allen Interactions

Once every quarter, our Minnesota office becomes Game Night HQ. First and foremost, we plan the snacks and adult beverages. Then, we plan our games. Come take a tour of our Game Night last week, and hear what a few Allenites have to say about why we play.

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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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How add a Course Timer in Articulate Storyline 3 or 360

Swift eLearning Services

Articulate Storyline has been a favorite authoring tool for many eLearning developers/ companies. Articulate Storyline is known for its simplicity and lesser learning curve to get the job done fast and easy.

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Tell Me a Story: 6 Tips to Create an Effective eLearning Experience

eLearning Brothers

You’ve probably heard it before, “Use a story to involve your learners.” But, do you really know how to construct a narrative to make your training “stick?” In this session we discussed six tips to create a strong story that catches your learners’ attention, produces an emotional connection, and helps to facilitate behavior change. We review strategies on how to leverage a story arc to influence what the learner knows, feels, or does as a result your training.

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Augmented Intelligence, Not Artificial Intelligence: E-learning’s Game-Changer

Litmos

Artificial intelligence is a term that comes with a lot of baggage, thanks to popular culture. From Asimov to Westworld, machines that act and think like humans are a mainstay in science fiction. In reality, however, there are limits to what artificial intelligence can do: machines don’t make good decisions on their own, and they’re not creative. Examples of the limitations of AI abound: Last year, for example, trolls corrupted Tay, Microsoft’s Twitter bot, so badly she had to be taken offline.

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Is Your Business in Need of a Change?

KnowledgeCity

With 2018 fast approaching, individuals naturally begin to reflect on what has come to pass and start thinking about changes they want to implement in their lives for the coming year. Change is inevitable whether we want it or not. The same is true in business. Technology changes so quickly it is obsolete before it hits the store shelves. Consumer wants and needs change at the drop of a hat.

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Clear Expectations Improve Measurable ROI for L&D

Actio Learning

Expectations are like looking through the windshield and measurements are like looking in the rearview mirror. Establishing clear expectations makes calculating ROI much easier in a few ways. When the destination is clearly defined, it’s easier to determine what to measure. Involving stakeholders upfront to help with the calculations means its easier to figure out how to measure it later.

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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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Growing Internationalization Efforts for Degreed Users

Degreed

Globalization means that an increasing number of organizations are becoming multinational. Many of Degreed’s customers are multinational organizations with offices across the globe. Degreed itself has offices in the US, Europe, and Australia. We’re excited to announce that we now offer a seamless experience for our users regardless of language or location, staying true to our mission of giving people access to the best learning resources, no matter where they are.

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7 Tell-Tale Signs That You Were Born to Be an Instructional Designer

BranchTrack

Are you a self-starter who has a constant thirst for knowledge? Do you seize every opportunity to tackle new challenges and approach problems from different angles? If so, then you might be a natural-born instructional designer. In this post, I’ll share 7 tell-tale signs that you were destined to become an instructional designer. Every profession has its own unique traits and qualities.

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Growth Engineering Named In Top 20 Gamification Companies 2017

Growth Engineering

We feel on top of the world right now at GEHQ… The gamification world to be exact! Why? We’ve only gone and made it onto Training Industry’s list of Top 20 Gamification Companies 2017 ! This is the third year running that we’ve featured on this prestigious list. The Training Industry Top 20 recognises the world’s best providers of gamification services and technologies, which support learning and development.

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The top 6 best practices for a successful Compliance Program

Skillsoft

Why alignment between compliance and business strategy is essential.

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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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Use Microlearning to Leverage the Benefits of Blended Learning

CommLab India

Check this blog to know how microlearning can help you leverage the benefits of blended learning.

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This Week in Corporate Learning: The Difference Between Teaching and Training

D2L

Stay up-to-date on the latest news in learning with these trending articles.

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Make Corporate Training Memorable With Cognitive Load Theory

PulseLearning

Cognitive Load Theory (CLT) is an instructional design theory that uses the science of how the human brain processes information to inform the design of learning materials so they are easy to comprehend and remember. Jog your memory back to your school math class for a moment. I’m sure you recall those problem-solving riddles, which usually started something like this: It’s late at night.

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This Week in EdTech: How Analytics Improves the Quality of Education

D2L

Stay up-to-date on the latest news in learning with these trending articles.

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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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5 Best Practices to Blend Learning Formats [Infographic]

CommLab India

How can you create an effective blend of online and classroom training methodologies? Check our infographic for five best practices.