Learningtogo
MARCH 30, 2017
I’ve written previously about the influence of other disciplines on the science of learning, such as looking at desire paths , an architectural concept, to help design effective informal learning experiences. Now I’m returning to architecture again, to share how ceiling height can affect the way your brain processes information. The Influence of Ceiling Height.
dVinci Interactive
MARCH 30, 2017
From Instructional Design to Learning Experience Design Besides being an instructional design practitioner, Connie Malamed has spent years sharing actionable strategies, practical content, product reviews and resources to help others through her website, “The eLearning Coach.” We recently interviewed Connie to gain her perspective on how the instructional design profession is evolving.
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InSync Training
MARCH 30, 2017
BYTE Session Recap. We live in a VUCA world. We manage a V olatile, U ncertain, C omplex, A mbiguous environment every day at work. How do we motivate ourselves (and our learners) to build our skills when we feel stressed about the certainty of our jobs, teams, and organizations? Marjorie Derven of HUDSON Research & Consulting argues emotional intelligence holds the key.
Talented Learning
MARCH 30, 2017
What is LMS gamification ? It’s not about playing games in a learning management system. But it is about leveraging game-oriented mechanics to drive interest and involvement in online training content. In other words, it’s about tools and techniques that work together in a LMS to create a more engaging and effective learning experience.
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CommLab India
MARCH 30, 2017
One of the biggest mistakes an e-learning professional can commit is NOT allocating sufficient time for a thorough quality check of the course and hurrying toward its launch. Do you think this is correct? Even though he spends ample time developing the e-learning course, it is always worthwhile to have a final look before sending it to the customer.
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Vignettes Learning
MARCH 30, 2017
In my interactions with instructional designers, one thing always stood out: They have a tendency to provide a lot of content. Their mindset is: “ Learners need to know all the steps since they may not do it correctly. ” However, my observation has led me to believe that learners don’t need all of that content. Workers only want information that can help them address a specific issue or problem in the workplace.
CLO Magazine
MARCH 30, 2017
Imagine learning a new leadership skill while waiting to board a plane. You watch a reenactment of a common managerial dilemma. The video plays vertically, allowing you to hold your phone naturally. It ends with a challenge: How should the protagonist give negative feedback? Options appear on a Tinder-style interface. You swipe right. A follow-up video demonstrates the consequences of your decision.
Practi
MARCH 30, 2017
Pack your suitcases, it’s time to move your training out of the classroom. One of the biggest trends in workforce training for 2017 is predicted to be an increase in the use of blended learning. What is a Blended Approach to Training? Blended learning has become a popular “fusion grill” within learning and development. For some learning directors, using blended learning approaches means they can keep their training fresh and highly appealing.
Thought Industries
MARCH 30, 2017
Within an hour, workers forget 50% of what they learned without revisiting the material ( science says so). In a day, 70% of information is forgotten. Then, 90% is forgotten within a month. Nonetheless, companies continue to pour a vast amount of resources into employee training.
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CLO Magazine
MARCH 30, 2017
Earlier this week, I asked when employees will learn that online comments can, and will, be used against them. There is another half to the workplace-social-media equation—employers, who have the task of regulating their employees’ use of social media, which happens more and more in the workplace. Yesterday, Cleveland reporter Olivia Perkins discussed a recent survey, which found that nearly 90 percent of employees access personal social media accounts at work , to varying degrees of distrac
looop
MARCH 30, 2017
*The secret*: ‘Learning’ is rarely (if ever) required at the point-of-need. Instead, answers, support, insights or guidance are more likely to be needed. To make a distinction, ‘learning’ (in the context of L&D at work) is often required because of the gap (days, weeks, perhaps even months) between a ‘learning event’ and a ‘situation occurring that that requires recall and application of what was learned’.
Designing Digitally
MARCH 30, 2017
Nearly everyone would agree that games are just plain fun. The competition, the thrill of victory, the enjoyment in coming out on top, and the satisfaction of improving are all part of the pleasure of games. . While games have had a place for a long time, they have taken on a new role in education, especially in the elearning genre. The change isn’t just within the walls of a school building, either.
eLearning 24-7
MARCH 30, 2017
I’m going to start a revolution by pitching you some radical ideas when it comes to successful micro learning. And no, I’m not inviting Tracy Chapman. I’m inviting you. Each and everyone of you reading this right now or tomorrow, or next week or in the future. I’m going to ask you to take a step out of your safe box of training and/or learning & development.
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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.
Matrix
MARCH 30, 2017
You know how the saying goes: It takes a village to raise a child. I don’t know who was the first to figure this out, but boy was that a wise person! You just can’t do it alone — raise a child or grow a business (which is just another type of baby, I’m sure all CEO will agree) — because the world is bigger than your home and there are people out there who know stuff that you don’t.
Convergence Training
MARCH 30, 2017
[raw] Convergence Training’s online occupational health and safety training courses teach new employees important knowledge and skills while providing experienced employees a way to refresh their understanding of knowledge and skills they're familiar with (see our article on the importance of " spaced practice " for more about the value of this). There are some clear advantages of online training.
Matthew Guyan
MARCH 30, 2017
In my last post , I covered some terminology associated with images and different image file types. For part 2, I’m going to share 10 tips when using images in Articulate Storyline and for some you’ll need to click on the image and go to the Format tab under Picture Tools. Tip #1. Break the text-on-one-side-and-image-on-the-other habit! Go full screen with your images and overlay the text.
eloomi
MARCH 30, 2017
Improving employee engagement that focuses on making people happy can take you a long way. To push it to an even higher level your organization needs to think in terms of giving employees an experience that makes them want to work. . A new Harvard Business Review article written by Jacob Morgan explains why organizations can gain even more with a broader perspective on engagement.
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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,
Practi
MARCH 30, 2017
Pack your suitcases, it’s time to move your training out of the classroom. One of the biggest trends in workforce training for 2017 is predicted to be an increase in the use of blended learning. What is a Blended Approach to Training? Blended learning has become a popular “fusion grill” within learning and development. For some learning directors, using blended learning approaches means they can keep their training fresh and highly appealing.
BigTinCan
MARCH 30, 2017
A business is only as good as its people. Building, growing and refining employee skills is one of the best investments a company can make. The first months on a job are some of the most crucial in an employee’s career at a company. Kicking those months off with an effective corporate training program can mean the difference between success and failure.
The Learning Dispatch
MARCH 30, 2017
The 2017 TxDLA Annual Conference held in Galveston, Texas from March 28-31, 2017. Conference Sessions focus on trends in educational technology, education innovations and best practices, research, accessibility & universal design, cybersecurity and data analytics, faculty & student support, PK-12, educational outreach, & workforce development, administration, leadership, & policy, gamification & virtualization, and more.
LearnUpon
MARCH 30, 2017
Here at LearnUpon, we like like to share internally the best articles on the eLearning industry and related topics. We thought we’d summarize some of the articles from across the web that we enjoyed reading in March 2017. In no particular order here is our list. Talent pools: why skills tend to concentrate World Economic Forum. People move for work.
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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.
The Learning Dispatch
MARCH 30, 2017
The 2017 TxDLA Annual Conference held in Galveston, Texas from March 28-31, 2017. Conference Sessions focus on trends in educational technology, education innovations and best practices, research, accessibility & universal design, cybersecurity and data analytics, faculty & student support, PK-12, educational outreach, & workforce development, administration, leadership, & policy, gamification & virtualization, and more.
Skillsoft
MARCH 30, 2017
Social Learning – the key to a successful learning program?
Experiencing eLearning
MARCH 30, 2017
I had a great experience at the eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions Conference last week. The days were long, but the time was really valuable. My own session on Avoiding Voice Over Script Pitfalls went very well. I had a very active, engaged audience. We even had a voice over artist and an editor attending, which was perfect for my session. I’ve had some requests to give a virtual version of my session, so stay tuned for that.
LearnDash
MARCH 30, 2017
If you are selling online courses then you will want to make sure you have the proper tools in place to support your customers when necessary. A quick Google search will yield a ton of different results in this category. There are some pretty amazing options out there. Before jumping into the tools, you should clearly define what it is you need to deliver for customers and perspective customers before choosing the platform.
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eFront
MARCH 30, 2017
Whether it’s a new home, a new laptop, or a new Talent Development portal, it’s only human to want to make it yours with your own customizations. In the latter case, it’s often also a business requirement, as branding-related customizations are crucial for promoting and protecting your corporate identity, and functionality-related customizations are necessary for ensuring that your corporate talent development and training program fits your organizational needs. eFrontPro, as a seasoned corporat
Kapp Notes
MARCH 30, 2017
Here are some resources related to gamification and, more importantly, thinking like a game designer when creating instruction from my fun keynote with everyone form the Texas Distance Learning Association. What a wonderful group of dedicated and “fun” professionals, they really are a family. Here are the slides of my keynote. Quest for Learning Engagement: Adventure Versions from Karl Kapp.
CommLab India
MARCH 30, 2017
The advent of technology and science has rendered the traditional way of classroom learning, obsolete. These days, smart CBT and WBT programs have made learning highly focused and effective. From educational institutes to corporates, such training programs are being used everywhere. Computer-based Training , in simple words, can be defined as the use of computers in imparting training.
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