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Scaling Up

E-Learning Provocateur

In Roses are red , I proposed definitions for oft-used yet ambiguous terms such as “competency” and “capability” Not only did I suggest a competency be considered a task, but also that its measurement be binary: competent or not yet competent.

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Top 5 No-Code Tools for eLearning

Devlin Peck

The no-code movement introduces thousands of new tools that we can use to design and develop eLearning. These tools make it possible to develop fully-functioning software without writing a line of code, and they provide easy-to-use graphic interfaces so that we can “code” visually.

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Rapid Learning: A Wonder Tool For Corporate Learners

eLearning Industry

Efficiency and cost-effectiveness are two of the most important aspects of the corporate world today. Considering such parameters, it is safe to assume that corporations these days are actively engaging and employing techniques in every aspect of their company to enhance productivity. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Build a Branching Scenario in Google Forms

Experiencing eLearning

While tailor-made tools like Twine may be easier for building branching scenarios, it’s possible to use a survey tool like Google Forms. Most survey tools have the option to jump to different questions or sections based on responses. Using that ability, you can create a simple branching scenario in Google Forms. Try the scenario. Try the scenario yourself to see how it works.

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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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The Andragogy Secret: How To Use Adult Learning Theory To Drive L&D Engagement Success

Lambda Solutions

Absolutely everything you need to know to improve your training courses using Malcolm Knowles’ adult learning theory of Andragogy (with take-home resources and in-depth guides)!

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Elementor and LearnDash Collaboration

LearnDash

Over the past few months we have teamed-up Elementor to create an integration that allows for greater course customization. With this collaboration, we are expanding your ability to create a more cohesive look for their website than was possible before. In a nutshell: LearnDash design elements that were previously difficult or impossible to customize can now be easily edited to match your brand with Elementor, including color scheme and font choices!

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Coronavirus Update

CourseArc

A Letter to CourseArc Clients, We know that our clients are champions of high-quality online learning and are already creating and deploying online content for your learners. As CourseArc users, you are already e-learning trailblazers and most likely will have an easier transition to fully online. However, we are all facing unprecedented challenges with the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

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Facilitation Tips Series, Part 1: Presence

InSync Training

In the recent rush to move so much training from face-to-face to the virtual setting, there’s a great deal of conversation about the technology: which platform, dealing with security settings, how to create backgrounds. There’s less conversation, though, about the role of the facilitator and the skills needed to bring the energy and feeling of connectedness of the live event to the live online one.

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Eight Ways L&D Needs To Adapt To A Post-COVID Future

eLearning Learning Submitted Articles

Learning and development professionals have had to abruptly adapt to changing circumstances. But what does the future of learning look like now?

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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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Benefits of synchronous and asynchronous e-learning

Wizcabin

In today's world of e-learning, there exist two categories synchronous and asynchronous which learning can get delivered, for learners to acquire knowledge.

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Roses are red

E-Learning Provocateur

It seems like overnight the L&D profession has started to struggle with the definition of terms such as “capability”, “competency” and “skill” Some of our peers consider them synonyms – and hence interchangeable – but I do not. Indeed I recognise subtle but powerful distinctions among them, so here’s my 2-cents’ worth to try to cut through the confusion.

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Embrace design thinking to advance diversity, equity and inclusion

CLO Magazine

Design thinking encourages a forward look, playing chess rather than checkers. And design thinking principles can assist us to holistically solve more complex and intertwined DEI challenges today.

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What Lies Ahead For eLearning: What Can You Do Now To Prepare?

eLearning Industry

What future skills do you need if you're in Learning and Development today designing and creating eLearning courses? What can you do now to prepare for the future? This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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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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High-Performance Remote Team Management

GoSkills eLearning

At the time of writing this, businesses of all sizes around the globe are scrambling to keep things moving in the right direction while dealing with the Coronavirus lockdown.

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Six Key Trends We See for Elearning Authoring Tools in 2021

dominKnow

Here at dominKnow, we've been applying some of that introspection to our raison d'être: the improvement of eLearning authoring tools. We've asked ourselves and our clients questions like, what are you going to need from authoring software in 2021? How do you stay on the cutting edge? How can the right authoring tool help you improve the learning experience?

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Free color contrast checker for PowerPoint

BrightCarbon

One of the most common mistakes, we see when it comes to accessibility in presentations is poor color contrast. When there isn’t enough contrast between the colors on your slides, your presentation becomes less accessible to a whole range of people. Luckily, while this is a common error, it’s also a very simple thing to fix. If you are wondering how to determine the best color contrast for PowerPoint, it’s your lucky day!

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New LearnDash Starter Templates for Astra Theme!

LearnDash

Getting started with a fully functional online course website just got easier! If you are currently using LearnDash, or are thinking about choosing us for your LMS, then I have great news to share! The folks at Astra have released four new starter site templates designed specifically for LearnDash—giving you five amazing options to help you get started quickly with your online courses!

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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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5 books for all learning professionals

Matthew Guyan

A few years ago, I wrote a blog post where I shared 5 books every eLearning professional should read. I still stand by those suggestions but I’m adding this new selection for all learning professionals. The reason I’ve selected each of these books is because they’ve contributed to the evolution of the way I work. Here they are in no particular order: Innovative Performance Support by Conrad Gottfredson and Bob Mosher.

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Normal. Ish.

InSync Training

I don’t remember what prompted this tweet in January, 2012, but I feel it even more strongly now than I did then.

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Pedagogy and Technology from a Postdigital Perspective

eLearning Learning Submitted Articles

In this post, Deputy Programme Director of the MSc in Clinical Education and part-time tutor on the MSc in Digital Education Tim Fawns describes a postdigital view of pedagogy and technology in whi…

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Microsoft Gets Serious About Skills: Major New Announcements

Josh Bersin on Enterprise Learning

The corporate learning industry is over $240 billion in size and is critical to our economic future. All workers need to keep their skills current and the Pandemic has created more need to learn than ever. Our latest research on The Big Reset shows a dramatic increase in L&D spending. Sanofi, one of the largest. Read more» The post Microsoft Gets Serious About Skills: Major New Announcements appeared first on JOSH BERSIN.

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20 Common Mistakes Made by Inexperienced Project Managers

You’ve read the PMBOK® Guide several times, taken the certification exam for project managers, passed, and you are now a PMP®. So why do you keep making rookie mistakes? This whitepaper shows 20 of the most common mistakes that young or inexperienced project managers make, issues that can cost significant time and money. It's a good starting point for understanding how and why many PMs get themsleves into trouble, and provides guidance on the types of issues that PMs need to understand.

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The next normal

E-Learning Provocateur

The COVID-19 pandemic ushered in a new normal for L&D professionals as millions of people were sent home to work remotely. While many of us had been offering online courses and other alternatives to in-person training for years, suddenly nothing could be run in a traditional classroom setting; and so as a collective we’ve been forced to shift learning and development online.

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eLearning Design – 38 Slide Design Tips from the Pros

eLearningArt

When your eLearning slides look great, viewer engagement increases, your instructional voice is enhanced, and you hear “I love it!” more often. But for those of us who aren’t trained designers, slides can be a struggle. Early in my eLearning development career, I always felt a little cringe-y about my slide designs… It was just … eLearning Design – 38 Slide Design Tips from the Pros Read More » The post eLearning Design – 38 Slide Design Tips from t

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Top Content Providers For Rapid eLearning (2020)

eLearning Industry

Developing high-end corporate training on tight deadlines and at a low cost is becoming more important than ever in today's fast-paced and unpredictable markets. In this article, I'll share why rapid eLearning content development is key to saving time and resources for your organization. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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ELC 064: How to Create Meaning From A Torrent of Information

The eLearning Coach

Information is ubiquitous and complex. In this episode, we discuss ways to create understanding from raw information. Every day, we engage in sense-making from a torrent of information. And we attempt to help others construct meaning in the learning experiences we design and provide. But what if we had a better understanding of how people create meaning as they interact with the world?

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HIA Technologies Turns a New Chapter in Interactive Learning

HIA Technologies announces the launch of Qvio™️ interactive video platform for learner-driven, AI-enabled, education. Viewers get instant answers to their questions directly from videos, interrupting when needed, and getting an author-validated answer!

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Scenario-Based eLearning Example: Personalization without Programming

dominKnow

The Scenario Builder feature in dominKnow | ONE makes it easy for any author to create multi-branching conversation scenarios without needing any programming skills. This article looks at how our team used the Scenario Builder feature to create an engaging Onboarding elearning course, for an employee's first day at their new job.

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10 Emotional intelligence training courses

Ed App

Emotional intelligence is a term that has seen a lot of use lately. It is often cited as a necessary skill to succeed in the modern workforce where interpersonal relationships can have a big impact on your career. So, we must do what we can to better understand, empathize, and come to agreements with those around us. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the top emotional intelligence training courses out there.

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YES! LearnDash Memberships Have Arrived!

LearnDash

LearnDash Groups evolve to include membership capabilities. Create levels, sub-levels, sell access, award group certificates, and more! “Do I need a membership plugin or platform in order to use LearnDash?” I cannot tell you the number of times we get asked this from people who are interested in using LearnDash. (The answer to that question is “no”, LearnDash has course content protection built-in).

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