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How to get everyone to write like Ernest Hemingway

Making Change

Instructions can be short and lively. But changing your style to get a higher score can also have a profound effect on how the reader feels about you. Use strong verbs instead of wimpy “is.” What does this chart tell us? Want to be popular? Aim for a high score. Coincidence? I think not! Here’s an example.

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The Case for eLearning in the Workplace

TOPYX LMS

This may look like watching a 5-minute instructional video on YouTube. Compared to traditional learning, microlearning may seem a little wimpy. It can be quite cost-effective for companies searching for training solutions. Self-paced eLearning can be very effective. We call this microlearning.

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The Case for Self-Paced Learning in the Workplace

TOPYX LMS

This may look like watching a 5-minute instructional video on YouTube, reading a 400-word blog post on a training topic, or taking a 3-minute online quiz covering learning that has taken place. Self-paced learning may be especially effective for companies desiring a faster rate of product adoption. In reality, though, it is powerful.