Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

This movie should be required viewing for anyone in the learning industry – it demonstrates all the ingredients for effective learning. In her article* 10 Brainpowered Wonders in the King’s Speech , Dr. Ellen Weber nicely summarizes a few of the lessons this movie teaches us about learning. I’ll be seeing it again!

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 6, 2011

That’s all fair, and we should seek to accommodate as many people as possible in our pursuit of effective training. Oddly enough, however, it’s a rare day when you hear people say “I learn so much better when my brain is trying to do two things at once.” Why don’t we hear that? Because it’s not true. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 30, 2010

It’s hard to overstate the importance of learner engagement when teaching complex new material, and in this case the $2 whiteboard is far more effective at gaining that engagement. Social Learning Blog - January 7, 2011 [.] instead choosing to learn from those around him (check out Jon’s post on peer-to-peer learning here).

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 5, 2011

Nothing new, really, but it reinforced the idea that effective training can only be accomplished by doing , not being told. In effect, he was driving; I was just executing the commands. Collaborative learning? Playing to your audience , perhaps? Give the last year some reflection. I’d love to hear your thoughts! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 4, 2011

They may by very knowledgeable about the technology behind a tool but can’t bridge the gap to explaining its usage to the people who will be using it, or they don’t know of the most effective learning solutions (e.g. ILT vs. WBT vs. informal learning). What’s it going to take for you to follow their lead? Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 13, 2010

If the US government can use wikis to develop intelligence on matters of national security, it seems that corporations should feel confident that the beneifts of using wikis can far outweigh the potential consequences. less big companies, for more than 20 years. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff!

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 12, 2010

If the US government can use wikis to develop intelligence on matters of national security, it seems that corporations should feel confident that the beneifts of using wikis can far outweigh the potential consequences. less big companies, for more than 20 years. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff!

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 11, 2011

How will organizations get them to adopt new business processes, procedures, or software systems when necessary? To start answering these questions, we have to acknowledge that formal learning, as we know it today, will not be effective in the future. less big companies, for more than 20 years. More about me here. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 6, 2011

by Michael on March 7, 2011 in blended learning If you still believe that “classroom learning is the best learning” for your training and learning programs, I have some news for you. The self-directed learner has become the student of the 21 st century – one who needs more support and encouragement rather than direction.

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Association eLearning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

You will need some sort of portal to put your courses into, which is commonly referred to as a Learning Management System or LMS. There’s this silly little rumor floating around that eLearning doesn’t work as well as tradition courses taken in person. Share this on Facebook. How about an instructional designer?

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 18, 2011

In a world as ever-changing as today’s, it is frankly the height of hubris to assume that all problems can be solved by a few heads, but that is effectively what many organizations persist in doing. The problems facing struggling Fortune 500 companies are often similarly complex, yet few if any are utilizing a crowd-sourcing model.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Social learning no longer has to take place in person. Social Learning theorist Albert Bandura maintains that: “Learning would be exceedingly laborious, not to mention hazardous, if people had to rely solely on the effects of their own actions to inform them what to do. At least we do if we want to keep learning.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 27, 2011

But why is video so much more effective at accelerating innovation than, say, print – or even eLearning? Because video is, apparently, a perfect manifestation of social learning theory. Here’s a quick primer on video as a learning tool from Learning Solutions Magazine. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 2, 2011

Up until now the effects of these failed implementations have amounted to little more than lost opportunities. However, with the passing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), that’s all changed, and there is now significant financial incentive to adopt — and properly use — an EHR system.

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Association eLearning

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Next time, we’ll put these tips to work when we go over the top how-to advice for creating your very first eLearning course. Caitlin is a graduate of the University of Florida, where she focused on the effect of viral and social media in online learning. Effective Interface Designs for eLearning - February 25, 2013.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 21, 2011

What happens in class is interactive problem solving – which means, in effect, that the “teachers have used technology to humanize the classroom,” he says. Khan discusses this whole phenomenon in this 20-minute TED talk. less big companies, for more than 20 years. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 22, 2010

So, while SurveyMonkey’s research is interesting, it still doesn’t tell us conclusively what the effect is of over-questioning your clients. My vote to solve this problem? Some sort of survey… Blog this! Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 22, 2010

So, while SurveyMonkey’s research is interesting, it still doesn’t tell us conclusively what the effect is of over-questioning your clients. My vote to solve this problem? Some sort of survey… Blog this! Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 11, 2011

To be effective the game must make work seem like play. There are many elements of games and simulations that, when designed effectively, can help our learners achieve a state of flow: rich back stories and characters, compelling plotlines, and that delicate balance between something that is difficult, yet still achievable.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 19, 2011

Without throwing him completely under the bus, I’ll describe him as being late to the social media party but definitely ahead of the curve when it comes to openness to using informal learning elements like social media in his undergraduate courses. Instead of getting answers, by the time it was over I found myself asking more questions.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

That knowledge has to be replaced and distributed to personnel in different geographic locations, which is where distance learning becomes a necessity.&# Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

That knowledge has to be replaced and distributed to personnel in different geographic locations, which is where distance learning becomes a necessity.&# Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

What more would you need to learn effectively on your mobile device? Best Buy has tapped into a present-day societal truth: people prefer learning to being taught. Mobile devices are just one set of tools that can be utilized to deliver this flexible, on-demand learning. Social Learning Blog - January 7, 2011 [.]

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

What more would you need to learn effectively on your mobile device? Best Buy has tapped into a present-day societal truth: people prefer learning to being taught. Mobile devices are just one set of tools that can be utilized to deliver this flexible, on-demand learning. Social Learning Blog - January 7, 2011 [.]

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 29, 2011

I think it is safe to say that anyone who has touched a hot stove (no matter how many times your Mom said not to) learned after only one experience not to do it again. The cause and effect is easy to understand. Going back to the propane industry, there is a phenomenon called auto-refrigeration. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 19, 2011

Without throwing him completely under the bus, I’ll describe him as being late to the social media party but definitely ahead of the curve when it comes to openness to using informal learning elements like social media in his undergraduate courses. Instead of getting answers, by the time it was over I found myself asking more questions.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 17, 2011

Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook Buzz it up Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Print for later Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend No comments yet. It finally dawned on me that he is from Wisconsin, and Green Bay won the Super Bowl this year.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 25, 2011

Allow your learners to actively share their experiences and effectively leverage the knowledge and experience of your learners to help them teach each other. Learners as Teachers. Experience, truly, is the best teacher! Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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Integrated Learnings

APRIL 27, 2011

Let’s take the same scenario and think about how an eLearning course could teach the same thing. Here are some suggestions: Video - A lot of eLearning development software today allows for easy video integration that can be viewed on any computer. You might also be interested in our page on Facebook or Twitter feed.

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Association eLearning

AUGUST 18, 2014

How would you like your Association Management System (AMS) to integrate with the Learning Management System (LMS). • Do you have an eCommerce system in place to sell your online education? What can your marketing department do to promote and advertise your new eLearning products? Show Me the Content.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

Gliffy is an online flow charting tool that provides a cost effective way to create and publish high-quality flow charts and diagrams. You may even gain a little peace of mind the next time you need to share or collaborate on a flow chart or diagram during the course of your content development efforts. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

Gliffy is an online flow charting tool that provides a cost effective way to create and publish high-quality flow charts and diagrams. You may even gain a little peace of mind the next time you need to share or collaborate on a flow chart or diagram during the course of your content development efforts. Properly d.

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TalentLMS

MARCH 17, 2016

Each one will have a set of educational technology skills that are a must-have for every trainer or eLearning developer. As an educator, connecting with learners using their preferred social media is another way to individualize the learning experience for the learner. Learning never stops for a trainer!

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eLearningMind

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Share on facebook. What is Blended Learning? Blended learning combines the best of two training environments—traditional face-to-face classroom training and high-tech eLearning. By applying the new knowledge shortly after they’ve left the physical or virtual classroom, learners retain what they’ve learned. .

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OpenSesame

FEBRUARY 13, 2011

Finally, the OpenSesame SCORM Video Player makes it possible to track video files in any learning management system. One of the things that popped up in the Thursday #lrnchat was a note from the folks at @OpenSesameNow about a blog post talking about using video as a rapid content development method.

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Beyond Campus Innovations

APRIL 22, 2020

Navigating the Learning Management System. Facebook: Beyond Campus Innovations. Beyond Campus Innovations (BCI) is a wholly-owned entity of the Colorado State University (CSU) System Foundation. Best Practices for teaching Online. Website: BeyondCampus.com. Twitter: @ LearnBCI. Published 4/22/2020.

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Association eLearning

OCTOBER 9, 2012

To avoid this complexity, Authorware courses often followed a more simplistic “Click Next to Continue” style of eLearning design. So, simplicity was there for the author, but at the cost of effective learner engagement. Authoring Tools Find Balance with Rapid eLearning. Share this on Facebook. Where We Are Today.

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