Wed.Feb 21, 2018

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Variables: What Are They and What Do They Do?

Association eLearning

Have you ever seen an eLearning course or demo that seemed to know what you were doing? Maybe you entered your name on the first screen and saw it displayed in the course. Perhaps you made a decision early on and a character in a scenario remembered it later. Or maybe the course recommended follow up resources based on the concepts you had trouble with.

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7 Ways to Make Better Quizzes for Your Course

LearnDash

Quizzing isn’t just about assessment. It also helps build retention and strengthen recall. Quizzes are an essential component of any online course. And by “quizzes,” I mean something distinctly different from a midterm or final exam. The purpose of exams is usually to assess learner understanding, quizzes can be viewed as more of a study aid—something to help learners practice for exams.

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Micro-Learning: Why Aren’t You on the Bandwagon?

eLearning Brothers

It’s no secret that technology has evolved tremendously over the past decade, and it’s not stopping anytime soon. We live in an era where people are constantly seeking a faster, better way of doing things. I admit that I seek small learning nuggets during my commute, while waiting for my coffee to cool, or when I’m on-the-go. And while I intend to indulge in longer-form video, articles and online courses, I never do get around to them.

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Guide Your Modern Learners with Blended Learning Course Maps

InSync Training

Blended learning’s flexible, adaptable design possibilities make it an excellent option for corporate learning. Learners have the opportunity to engage with resources in all their moments of learning need , and instructional designers have the ability to address each learning objective authentically. Comprehensive programs quickly become complex. How do we expect learners to navigate the experience thoughtfully and completely?

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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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ADOBE CAPTIVATE: Where Did The Old Trials and Assets Go?

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

by Kevin Siegel, COTP, CTT+. As a publisher of popular step-by-step workbooks such as “Adobe Captivate: The Essentials,” “Articulate Storyline: The Essentials,” and more , we know first-hand how frustrating it can be when assets mentioned in our books are moved or removed by the software vendors.   Take Adobe’s eLearning assets used by Adobe Captivate.

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IconLogic Now Offering CompTIA A+ Certification Prep Course

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

The CompTIA A+ Certification is the base-certification for the entire IT industry. The certification is required by various agencies within the US Government as well as many State and Local Governments.  Private business and industry have followed Government regulations and have made the A+ certification a condition of employment, continued employment, and career advancement.

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Behind the Curtain of a Learning Performance Assessment (LPA) Methodology

Living in Learning

My core point here is straightforward – we have a mandate to treat workforce performance as a continuum from Point-of-Entry (onboarding and 1st learning) to Point-of-Work (sustained performance competency). Therefore, it makes sense to me that any assessment efforts undertaken should include the downstream, post-training PoW; hence, the need for a holistic Learning Performance Assessment (LPA).

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The Dearth of Science in Learning Technology

Clark Quinn

Over the years, I’ve looked at a lot of learning technology. And I see a dispiriting trend. There seems to be little learning science of late. What I see are marketing driven decisions, even when there are claims to science! And I think this is a problem. First, I generally resist the ‘let me show you our product and give us your opinion’ That’s free consulting, and a very rude ask!

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Maximize the Business Impact of your Learning & Development Strategy

Docebo

How do you measure and maximize the real impact of your Learning & Development strategy? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Questions about measuring the impact of learning and development are not new. But now there is a new challenge, to optimize and maximize the impact learning has on business. In this whitepaper by Fosway Group, you can learn how to maximize the business impact of your learning and development strategy.

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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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ADOBE CAPTIVATE: Where Did The Old Trials and Assets Go?

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

by Kevin Siegel, COTP, CTT+. As a publisher of popular step-by-step workbooks such as “Adobe Captivate: The Essentials,” “Articulate Storyline: The Essentials,” and more , we know first-hand how frustrating it can be when assets mentioned in our books are moved or removed by the software vendors.   Take Adobe’s eLearning assets used by Adobe Captivate.

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25 Brand New Video Tutorials for Adobe Captivate 2017

Adobe Captivate

Whether you’re just getting started with Captivate and need some help with creating a shiny new project, or you’ve used the previous versions of Captivate and looking for some help to update your Captivate skills, there’s good news for you! We have published 25 new video tutorials covering the basic, advanced, and new workflows in Captivate 2017. In these videos, you will learn how to create your first eLearning project, simulation, responsive project, PowerPoint-based project, video demonstrati

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IconLogic Now Offering CompTIA A+ Certification Prep Course

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

The CompTIA A+ Certification is the base-certification for the entire IT industry. The certification is required by various agencies within the US Government as well as many State and Local Governments.  Private business and industry have followed Government regulations and have made the A+ certification a condition of employment, continued employment, and career advancement.

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Free eBook: eLearning Trends And Predictions For 2018

Adobe Captivate

eLearning Trends and Predictions for 2018 is a free eBook designed to provide pointers on trends and predictions that you can use to enhance or create your Learning and Performance Ecosystem. eLearning Trends And Predictions For 2018 To Use In The Near Future. Beginning of the year is full of promise, with excitement in the air, and we look forward to evaluating new possibilities.

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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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6 Steps to Start Making a Video Tutorial Program

TechSmith Camtasia

Creating a video tutorial series is a great go-to strategy for any training program. When done right, it creates a more manageable learning experience, with content that’s easily reusable. To get started, check out our six steps to start making a video tutorial program. #1 Get to Know Your Audience. The first step in creating a great video tutorial series is to get to know your audience.

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Self-Awareness: The Ladder to Leadership Success

CLO Magazine

For the past two U.S. presidential administrations, health care has been a contentious issue. National dialogue and federal policy shifts have caused change to continuously ripple throughout the health care industry. In part due to the ongoing change, the terms “transparency” and “accountability” have become part of the daily dialogue for workers in health-related fields with a focus on how to improve.

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Best Microphones for Recording Video

TechSmith Camtasia

Choosing the best microphone for recording video is crucial. If the audio in your video is poor quality, viewers will drop off. Having the right microphone for recording video is good place to start. But how do you know which microphone is going to serve your needs best with so many options to choose from? With this in mind, we wanted to know how different microphones stack up against each other.

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Implement LMS to Improve the Quality of Training

CommLab India

This blog explores the advantages of using an LMS for training employees, the benefits it brings, and the impact it can create on training.

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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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Is VR really a fit for your learning needs? It depends on these criteria

Saffron Interactive

VR – it's the next pedagogical panacea, right? Well, in some cases it's just overkill. Here's which, and why. The post Is VR really a fit for your learning needs? It depends on these criteria appeared first on Saffron Interactive.

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Optimize Your Workplace Ethics and Compliance Training With E-Learning

CommLab India

Want to get your workplace ethics and compliance training back on track? Change to an e-learning approach.

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Social Assessment?™ at Work in Retail

D2L

Constructive feedback is a critically important training tool for retailers, especially when it comes to driving the kinds of high-quality customer service interactions that win … Continued.

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How to Handle E-learning Translations: Lessons from Pyeongchang Winter Olympics

CommLab India

Read how e-learning translation will help you avoid the predicament faced by the chef of the Norwegian team at the Pyeongchang Winter Olympics.

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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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Volunteering: Helping a Cause and Your Career

KnowledgeCity

Volunteering has no time frame. You don’t have to wait until the holidays come around to help others. If you have never volunteered before, you should. Not only does volunteering make everyone involved feel good, but while you help a good cause, you also have an opportunity to add to your resume or enhance your current position. When volunteering you can choose to donate your time in an area related to your current position, where your skills and expertise can be useful, or you may choo

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When to Use "Face Time" and When to Use Webinars and Virtual Meetings - Tip #171

Vignettes Learning

Online learning affords learners more independence in learning content at their own pace. However, the need for expert guidance is still a critical factor in the learning process. An expert can read a learner’s performance and provide immediate feedback. A trainer’s expertise helps them see patterns that determine what the learner needs--things a computer just can’t do.

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Why It Matters: How Net Neutrality and eLearning Intersect by Pamela S. Hogle

LearningGuild

Learn how net neutrality and eLearning intersect, and why the debate over repealing net neutrality rules is relevant to L&D. practitioners and learners.

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3 Critical Takeaways from Learning Technologies 2018 in London

Riptide Software

As we returned from London, we reflected on the conference, the people we met, and the lessons we learned. There were many talented speakers who showed up to share their industry knowledge and professionals in the space voicing their thoughts on pertinent industry topics.

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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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Storyline 3: Responsive Player Features to Optimize the Learning Experience

CommLab India

Check the blog to find out about the responsive player features in Storyline 3.

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Blurred lines between eLearning Content, Platforms and Customers

Rustici Software

We recently started a large project to update the content and modernize the user experience across SCORM.com , ExperienceAPI.com and RusticiSoftware.com. Yep, it’s a pretty big endeavor and you’ll hear more from us about it as we get closer to launching the new sites. So, don’t panic! You’ll still have access to all of this great content, hopefully in a much improved, easier to digest format.

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Learning Evaluation, Step 3: Discover What's Working

Watershed

Just because learning is already happening in your organization, there's no guarantee each instance is being done well. And now that we’ve covered the first two steps for effective learning evaluation , it’s time to discover exactly which learning programs are working in your organization. Take a closer look at learning. Investigating what learning is currently happening within your organization can be useful for uncovering instances of positive learning, which don't require replication, and neg