Learning Rebels
APRIL 25, 2018
Why are these particular microlearning myths deadly? As you all know, I’ve been around this microlearning block a time or two. Here is a post I wrote on Microlearning being the “IT” buzzword. There are some things that ever changing, the different types of tools, or even microlearning applications. Some myths are harmless. Finding a pot of gold under the rainbow, who DOESN’T want to believe that?
CLO Magazine
APRIL 8, 2018
In 2017, Slice, a New York tech company that builds software solutions for independent pizzerias, had a management problem. The company’s tech staff is based in Macedonia, where high unemployment rates mean most of their new hires have never held a formal job prior to Slice. “We have a lot of first-time managers who need coaching,” said Rick Pereira, chief people officer.
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Allen Interactions
APRIL 19, 2018
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Clive on Learning
APRIL 27, 2018
In any project that involves the design and development of learning content, there are competing priorities which can be hard to reconcile. There are at least three key factors all competing for attention, and it's very difficult to concentrate on them all: Three considerations The first major consideration is the subject matter itself. How relevant is this to the target population?
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The world of work is changing rapidly, exposing critical skill gaps across industries. Business and HR leaders are feeling the pressure to upskill employees—but many don’t know where to begin. The best place to start is with a clear, organization-wide view of existing skills. Tools like assessments and competency management software provide that visibility, helping you identify gaps and opportunities across teams and individuals.
eLearning Brothers
APRIL 3, 2018
For many workplaces, the educational argument for integrating authentic assessments into their eLearning experiences is powerful. When effective, authentic assessments not only provide significant prompts to engage learners in the experience, they also help to equip learners with the skills they need to transfer their knowledge to the workplace or community where it is most applicable.
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Axonify
APRIL 20, 2018
What is learning data? Let’s define it as “data used to measure and improve the impact of training.” Based on that definition, what learning data are you currently using? If you’re like most learning organizations, you’re currently tracking metrics such as: Online course completions. Class attendance. Test scores. Seat times. Survey feedback. Is this data sufficient to meet our definition?
Origin Learning
APRIL 20, 2018
Techopedia defines a chatbot as – ‘ An artificial intelligence (AI) program that simulates interactive human conversation by using key pre-calculated user phrases and auditory or text-based signals.’. Chatbots are all the rage now. From Facebook and Twitter chatbots to virtual voice assistants that are programmed to respond to basic queries; chatbots have grown in popularity.
eLearning Brothers
APRIL 10, 2018
Previously, we discussed how authentic assessments can be used to continuously improve the quality of eLearning experiences. Another key to the continuous improvement of your eLearning experience is the integration of quality assessment standards into the instructional design process. It’s no secret that in many industries—from manufacturing and retail industries to software development and tech industries—some form of quality assessment is used to ensure that the final products continue to meet
Gyrus
APRIL 3, 2018
Aligning Learning Needs with Business Process. It appears that the work of a learning professional is never done. In order to establish an effective learning program, there must be a great consideration for the future needs of the day to day business, and the workforce themselves. One cannot simply establish a program and walk away stating that it is as perfect as it will always be and there is nothing more we can do as an organization.
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InSync Training
APRIL 3, 2018
We’ve been using virtual classroom technologies for close to 20 years now. Unfortunately, we are still holding on to a content model that insists the most important outcome is getting through all of the slides. This webinar approach to content delivery is perhaps the most ineffective way to get information out to the world. Few of us have the motivation or concentration to focus on 60 minutes of lecture.
Origin Learning
APRIL 9, 2018
Learning is not a one-time event or a periodic luxury. Great leaders in great companies recognize that the ability to constantly learn, innovate, and improve is vital to their success. – Amy Edmondson. As an employee what defines happiness for you at the workplace? As an employer what are the steps that you can take to motivate your employees to work better?
Kineo
APRIL 10, 2018
We’ve been using what we call the ‘learner power continuum’ to frame our thinking about social learning in the workplace. And one of the best things about it is how much it encourages you to think inside and outside the box. For example, if we’re talking about social learning - learning socially - then what’s to stop us using existing social media to launch and deliver that experience?
eLearning Industry
APRIL 23, 2018
Training managers can make the most of their eLearning translation budget by following the simple tips mentioned in this article. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.
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Uncover the secret to breaking language barriers and expanding your e-learning reach! This powerful use case reveals how Cesco Linguistic Services transformed 19 training modules for the Colorado Department of Early Childhood into culturally relevant courses in Arabic and Spanish—delivered on time and exceeding expectations. Learn how to localize your content seamlessly, avoid costly pitfalls, and connect with diverse audiences like never before.
eLearning Brothers
APRIL 2, 2018
In this webinar, our Product Production Manager Thomas Reyes-Cairo shared the evolution of eLearning Brothers templates into Template Styles. When we first started creating templates, our goal was to make the coolest designs possible and let you customize them as needed. As time went on, we realized that what our members liked the most was when we created a few templates with similar looks and styles, allowing them to easily create one entire cohesive course.
Infopro Learning
APRIL 25, 2018
This article explores today’s workforce training challenges and outlines how mobile learning drives high engagement and productivity. In today’s globally-connected business landscape, employees are being asked for more than ever, in less time. We’re working longer hours across time zones, we’re producing more and with the availability of mobile devices, we’re always on.
Jane Hart
APRIL 25, 2018
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LearnDash
APRIL 4, 2018
How to use badges to build habits, encourage socialization, and teach learners how to use your system. We’ve written before about how badges and gamification elements encourage learners to engage with a course. In fact, points and badges were one of the first feature updates to LearnDash, the result of high user demand. However, as popular as the feature may be, knowing how to use it in your course is another matter.
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Backed by research and real-world insights, the “Guide to Boosting Employee Retention Through Professional Language Training” offers actionable strategies for building a retention-focused workplace. Highlights include: The power of professional development: Organizations with robust training cultures see 30–50% higher engagement and retention rates.
Making Change
APRIL 24, 2018
You want people to practice making decisions in a situation that has grey areas — that’s perfect territory for a scenario. But what type of scenario do you need? Will a one-scene mini-scenario be enough, or do you need to invest the (considerable!) time in creating a branching scenario? Here are some ways to figure that out. Mini-scenario: Short but mighty.
eLearning Industry
APRIL 29, 2018
I have observed a disparity in how consumers of everyday information and consumers of training and development see, access, and consume information. To facilitate this intervention, I’ve identified 6 reality checks, or consumer sentiments, that need to be acknowledged and applied to training and development. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.
Experiencing eLearning
APRIL 19, 2018
Last month, I attended the Learning Solutions 2018 Conference in Orlando. Once again, it was a great experience. I had fun meeting people like Judy Katz, Tracy Parish, Cammy Bean, and Clark Quinn in person who I have known online for years, plus seeing people again from last year. Now that I’ve had a few weeks to process and reflect, I want to summarize some of what I learned.
Infopro Learning
APRIL 10, 2018
Do you need to refresh your eLearning course without going over budget? In this article, I’ll share 8 creative tips to reuse eLearning content with a rapid eLearning authoring tool. How To Reuse eLearning Content With A Rapid eLearning Authoring Tool. What do you get when you combine a database full of eLearning content with a robust rapid eLearning authoring tool?
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Jane Hart
APRIL 10, 2018
The traditional, top down, command-and-control approach to workplace learning – which organizations have been using for more than 100 years – is just not up to the new world of work. What it requires is a new workplace learning model.
The Simple Shift
APRIL 17, 2018
We tend to, in the age of lots of information, make more out of things than we need to and should. What motivates us and how we learn are not impervious to this bombardment. And yes I know there is a lot of science and research happening but there is also a lot of common […].
Making Change
APRIL 3, 2018
Let’s say I’m in your branching scenario, and I’ve made a not-great choice. You show me the not-great consequence of that choice. Now what? Can I go back and change my decision, or do I have to continue in the story, looking for ways to recover from my mistake? It depends on what you want me to practice. Here are some ideas to consider.
eLearning Industry
APRIL 26, 2018
Learn how Scrum can help Learning and Development teams foster flexibility, cost control, and quality in their workflow. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.
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LearnDash
APRIL 25, 2018
Where is the best place to sell online courses: your own website, or an e-learning platform? For many online educators, the first decision they have to make is whether to build their new online course on a hosted e-learning platform such as Udemy or Thinkific, or host it themselves on their own website using a self-hosted solution such as LearnDash or some other WordPress-friendly LMS.
Infopro Learning
APRIL 24, 2018
Are memories truly infallible? Does age really affect the forgetting curve? In this article, I’ll debunk 7 human memory myths for eLearning professionals. 7 Human Memory Myths And The Truth Behind Them. Human memory is nothing short of amazing. It allows us to store impressive amounts of information and build on our preexisting knowledge. However, there are limits to its power. eLearning professionals should be aware of the facts behind the fiction in order to create eLearning experiences that s
Jane Hart
APRIL 24, 2018
On 17 April, 2018 to mark the 20th anniversary of the Dommel Valley Group I was invited to participate in a panel discussion on Trends in L&D – past and future, together with Bob Mosher and Prof. Joseph Keppels as we had all given keynotes to the Dommel Valley Group in the past.
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