Dashe & Thomson

MAY 4, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 23, 2011

The manufacturing manager wants a product that is easy to build. If your client wants you to get an elearning module built based on storyboards developed in-house, make sure it’s clear that your work is entirely dependent on their work. As noted by William R. So, how can a poor project manager navigate these dangerous waters?

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 30, 2010

Analyzing the ROI of Social Media in Training | Social Learning Blog - May 3, 2011 [.] Download the whitepaper » Blog this! instead choosing to learn from those around him (check out Jon’s post on peer-to-peer learning here). This is without a doubt the first time I’ve ever heard anyone say they hate reading. Ive been looking for some ammo t.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 6, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS The Sound of Silence by Jim on April 7, 2011 in eLearning At what point does narration really add anything to an eLearning module, and at what point is it simply being added because “it’s what’s expected?” Think about it.

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The Learning Dispatch

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Do we have the ability to design an elearning course? Based on our experience in developing accessible elearning, here are eight lessons learned to help get you started. An option to consider is using elearning through a microlearning lens. Accessible Elearning is Effective Elearning.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 2, 2011

Simply put, in most cases failed EHRs suffer from the same symptoms that are seen in countless other IT implementations: insufficient staff buy-in, insufficient training, and an ROI that is often slow to make itself apparent. Up until now the effects of these failed implementations have amounted to little more than lost opportunities.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 15, 2011

The title was “Expanding ROI in Training Programs Using Scriven, Kirkpatrick, and Brinkerhoff,” which sounds pretty academic. My thinking about training evaluation was turned on its head by a presentation at the February 2011 MNISPI meeting by Beth McGoldrick of Ameriprise’s RiverSource University. But it wasn’t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 28, 2011

I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In my spare time I read, play with my kiddos, and train with the Dashe & Thomson running team. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Ive been looking for some ammo t. Jim: Glad you found the post helpful, Jeff! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Finding ways to incorporate these elements can be difficult for instructional designers, curriculum developers, and, especially, creators of eLearning. Discovered via Brent Schlenker’s Corporate eLearning and Development blog. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 25, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 22, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 11, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 5, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Before you commit to delivering a project based on these ratios (or buying services from someone based on them), it is useful to keep a few things in mind about eLearning Development Ratios: 1. Keep in mind, we were talking about 44 hours of learner time – developed in both instructor-led and eLearning formats).

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 8, 2011

What is new, however, is the ratio of on-demand solutions to more traditional training offerings. In my opinion, it’s not that providing on-demand learning and performance solutions is a new idea. It has been around for all of my 15+ years as an instructional designer and training developer, and goes back much further than that.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 5, 2011

This happens far more frequently with “tell-me” eLearning than it ever should. What other good eLearning resolutions are out there? In effect, he was driving; I was just executing the commands. Once he had gotten out of the car, I was completely unable to take over his role. Paul I rarely ever visited. Collaborative learning?

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

So, when budgets are tight and the dollars can’t be found for more expensive tools – here are three freemium products I’ve recently discovered that can help get your enterprise training project rolling on next-to-nothing. Following some careful product reviews and some alpha-testing we settled on this system and never looked back.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 1, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 18, 2011

In addition to the use of video games for recruitment purposes, which have been available for some time, the Department of Defense has begun embracing the use of combat simulators, culture-based eLearning , avatars, and even cell phone apps, all designed specifically for military use. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 21, 2011

I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In Im a problem-solver and thoroughly enjoy helping clients succeed and look good. Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 19, 2011

So, when budgets are tight and the dollars can’t be found for more expensive tools – here are three freemium products I’ve recently discovered that can help get your enterprise training project rolling on next-to-nothing. Following some careful product reviews and some alpha-testing we settled on this system and never looked back.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 9, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 17, 2011

I can now see how Level 2 can be used to evaluate role-based eLearning and instructor-led training. This is ROE, not ROI. skill practice, role plays, and training simulations?with with a post-test to measure learning for the entire program. Case studies, exercises, and simulations can be part of a continuum linking Levels 1, 2, and 3.

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TalentLMS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

It’s all about return of investment, or, as we affectionately call it in business circles, ROI. So how do you even begin to calculate the ROI of the e-learning courses you have deployed? ROI is more than direct profits The above are ways measure the benefits your business had from deploying an e-learning program.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 11, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 30, 2011

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Docebo

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

More importantly, they must receive ongoing online training (beyond initial onboarding) that allows them to fine tune their skills, learn about the latest products, and brush up on work related tasks. Bear in mind that eLearning interactivity is always a good choice, as it helps to create a sense of immersion.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 21, 2011

This reminds me of a session I attended on emotional intelligence at the eLearning Guild ‘s Learning Solutions 2011 conference last month. During that 4 hour hangover period, our decision making abilities, concentration, productivity and attention to detail are pretty much kaput. How could that be a bad thing? Yes, it could.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 21, 2011

The now-common blended learning practice of assigning one or more eLearning modules prior to attending classroom training is similar to the Khan/schoolteacher model. The eLearning modules act as the “lecture”, which learners do on their own time. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 7, 2011

the reason behind a new software rollout, or the need for an elearning module). The same strategy that has worked for Sheen and Old Spice may very well work for the internal expounding of your company’s message, whatever it may be about (e.g. Make it interesting and unexpected, and your employees will take notice. Properly d.

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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? Instructional designers would be wise to become versed in basic video production, since its utility and ubiquity as a learning tool will only continue to grow. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 14, 2010

The eLearning Guild hosted an engaging, curiosity-inspiring conference focused on social learning. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In The kids seize the opportunities, take risks, and flourish. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 14, 2010

The eLearning Guild hosted an engaging, curiosity-inspiring conference focused on social learning. I am currently the Director of Instructional Design and eLearning for Dashe & Thomson.In The kids seize the opportunities, take risks, and flourish. Download the whitepaper » Blog this! Ive been looking for some ammo t. Properly d.

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Dashe & Thomson

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Before you commit to delivering a project based on these ratios (or buying services from someone based on them), it is useful to keep a few things in mind about eLearning Development Ratios: 1. Keep in mind, we were talking about 44 hours of learner time – developed in both instructor-led and eLearning formats).

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