eFront

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

In this article, we’ll highlight the 8 top online training evaluation techniques. 8 Methods For Online Training Evaluation. Online training evaluation is crucial for corporate eLearning. But do you determine what works and what needs to be reworked? Here are the 8 most effective methods to evaluate your online training program: 1. This gives you the opportunity to identify knowledge and skill gaps so that you can fine tune your training program.

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CLO Magazine

APRIL 19, 2017

Part of the learning leader’s job is to develop organizational learning strategies. For one thing, organizations aren’t reviewing their learning and development strategies very often. The State of Learning and Development 2014: Coming of Age,” a study from Brandon Hall, revealed that less than 18 percent of organizations reviewed or revisited their learning and development strategies at least annually over the past five years and 28.8

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Convergence Training

DECEMBER 4, 2019

In a recent discussion with learning researcher Dr. Will Thalheimer, we discussed four common learning evaluations models and mentioned that, in addition, Dr. Thalheimer had recently created his own called LTEM (which he “workshopped” with other leaders in the field and which he’s now iterated 12 times). In the discussion below, Dr. Thalheimer explains his LTEM learning evaluation model. Learning Management Systems. I’ll do both.

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Cinecraft

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Our existing Instructor-Led Training (ILT) is collecting dust on the shelf and the learning centers are dark. Modify Your Learning Objectives. Individually compare each learning objective of the course with the business goal. Does the objective support and bring the learners’ behavior closer to the business goal? Is the objective actionable, measurable, and specific? Does the objective translate to an online environment?

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Cinecraft

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Our existing Instructor-Led Training (ILT) is collecting dust on the shelf and the learning centers are dark. Modify Your Learning Objectives. Individually compare each learning objective of the course with the business goal. Does the objective support and bring the learners’ behavior closer to the business goal? Is the objective actionable, measurable, and specific? Does the objective translate to an online environment?

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TalentLMS

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Setting realistic training objectives may be the most critical, yet the most overlooked phase of the entire training and development cycle. With the training team raring to go straight to designing slides and facilitating classes, there is always that tendency to rush through formulating realistic learning goals and objectives. Knowing the importance of training objectives, creating them must, therefore, be taken with due diligence. Is it a performance gap ?

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InfoPro Learning

APRIL 3, 2018

Are your employees able to apply what they’ve learned to overcome work-related challenges? Corporate learners are encouraged to pursue meaningful learning goals that tie into real-world situations, instead of merely trying to fulfill curriculum-based learning objectives. Identify Employee Skill Gaps. However, you must identify the gaps before you can fill them with online training resources. Clarify Organizational Goals And Objectives.

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mLevel

OCTOBER 1, 2019

However, I believe the transfer of knowledge is challenging as it’s quite difficult to manage human intake and anticipate how one will respond to a specific course, as everyone’s learning ability and style is different. How do we ensure proper knowledge transfer? Do we set learning objectives? What tools do we use? However, do not confuse reinforcement with relearning. Just simply knowing what to do doesn’t promise good results or improvement.

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mLevel

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Update: Here’s a closer look at the Three Pillars of Learning and how we utilize it at MLevel. However, I believe the transfer of knowledge is challenging as it’s quite difficult to manage human intake and anticipate how one will respond to a specific course, as everyone’s learning ability and style is different. How do we ensure proper knowledge transfer? Do we set learning objectives? What tools do we use? Learning

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Pract.us

MARCH 21, 2017

Your team learns informally all the time. You can support those efforts for more learning bang for your buck. With a shift in your views about what learning is, you can still build a powerful learning organization and demonstrate the value to executives at the same time. A native of New Zealand, Paul Matthews has always applied the practical, no-nonsense approach he learned growing up on a farm to his work in the corporate world. So What is Informal Learning?

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EI Design

APRIL 1, 2020

Legendary American professional baseball player Yogi Berra is famously quoted for saying, “If you don’t know where you are going, you’ll end up someplace else.”. In this article, I’ll shed some light on how you can do just that. How Can L&D Professionals Create and Use eLearning Roadmaps to Build Highly Effective Learning Programs? Learning. Focus Area #1 – Creating sticky learning experiences.

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eFront

DECEMBER 19, 2017

Why do we train our employees? The achievement of strategic business objectives , of course. What Are Strategic Business Objectives? We know every business is different. Yet, all of their strategic business objectives can usually be described within four common categories. Increasing Financial Gains: This one probably hasn’t taken you much by surprise, because increasing annual revenue and/or profit is the most common type of business objective.

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TalentLMS

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Do you want to know what your online learners really think about your eLearning content? In fact, eLearning professionals can use this valuable feedback tool to spot holes in their eLearning strategy , as well as provide online learners with more personalized resources to help them achieve their learning goals. Re-Evaluate Your Current Learning Objectives. Truly effective focus groups center on a specific learning objective or goal.

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Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

EDITOR’S NOTE: Because extended enterprise learning involves multiple disciplines, we sometimes ask other experts to share their insights with our readers. Patti is widely recognized as an expert in learning science and instructional design. This post is adapted from one of those books, Practice and Feedback for Deeper Learning. 3) Training organizations can bridge this performance gap and add value by creating faster paths to independent productivity.

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Hurix Digital

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Fortunately, a learning management system (LMS) helps organizations of all sizes – small businesses, mid-sized companies and large enterprises to achieve this goal. Monitor Learning Initiatives: An LMS includes several tools for assessment which can help both employees and instructors to identify the pain points and problems through detailed metrics and data visualizations. Trainers can use this information to quickly identify and plug gaps in education and training.

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TalentLMS

AUGUST 6, 2018

Evaluate your current compliance online training program. Conduct eLearning assessments to identify gaps and target your compliance training. Evaluate your current compliance online training program. For example, your LMS metrics reveal that certain online training resources aren’t being used. This may seem like the last thing you should do to cut compliance online training costs. Evaluate employees to determine what they know and where they need to improve.

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Interactive Services

JANUARY 8, 2019

The modern era of training and e-learning is often characterized by the learning coma – a phenomenon in which learners are lulled into a semi-conscious state of boredom and ennui, all the while trying to care, but in reality, suffering from a serious motivation gap. To prevent the learning coma and to offer adults truly transformative learning experiences, designers must rethink the way they design and develop learning.

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WalkMe Training Station

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Do you know what they are? You probably know this already if your training budget has been cut. And yet, we all know how valuable employees training is to morale, productivity, and performance. Remember: the work you do is integral to the success of your organization. They are: Account for all different learning styles and personalities. Tie your learning objectives to business strategy. Be flexible and let employees learn at their own pace.

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LearnUpon

DECEMBER 13, 2018

At LearnUpon, our customers recognize the value of using a learning management system (LMS) to deliver training, but often ask how they might calculate their eLearning ROI, or return on investment. Calculating eLearning ROI using Kirkpatrick’s Evaluation Model. To do this, you’ll need to use Kirkpatrick’s Model of Training Evaluation for the ROI calculation. What is Kirkpatrick’s Model of Training Evaluation? Level 2 – Learning.

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ProProfs

JULY 24, 2020

You must have already realized that designing an eLearning course is a time-consuming process, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. The success of such a course has a lot to do with its design. This results in successful learning. Do a Needs Analysis.

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learnWorlds

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Online learning and training have become an essential part of every online business. The whole elearning market is expected to exceed $406 Billion by 2024 , and that includes both individuals and corporations spending more and more into online learning. You might already know what that something – your gift or skill that people come to you for – is. In this article, you will learn everything you need to know about how to create an online course. Objectives.

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CommLab India

JULY 31, 2016

We all know of the thirsty crow that came across a half-empty pitcher of water. Well, as a new entrant to the field of e-learning, you might be struggling to grasp and make sense of the concepts lying tantalizingly just out of your reach. This blog will help you gather the pebbles – basic terms commonly bandied around in the field of e-learning – you need to become familiar and confident about your work. E-learning Course. E-learning Course.

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CLO Magazine

MAY 21, 2019

And Chief Learning Officer ’s Business Intelligence Board reported that 94 percent of companies plan to maintain or increase their investment in leadership development in order to grow their succession pipeline, retain their high-potential employees and foster innovation and creative thinking. Deloitte’s “High-Impact Leadership” report shows that these result in a widening capability gap for building great leaders, with weak cross-industry leadership pipelines.

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Limestone Learning

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Regardless of your sector, job function or training requirements, you’ve probably noticed an uptick in learning opportunities—higher frequency, quicker learning bursts, delivered on the fly just in time. In a few weeks a major study will be released in partnership with PwC and CECP on purpose and fulfillment, replacing engagement as a new metric for success. Taken together, this speeds learning and strengthens the memory for learned information.

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Limestone Learning

MAY 29, 2018

Unconnected employees hurt your business when they fail to see the big picture, don’t know how to uncork bureaucratic bottlenecks, and don’t contribute to enterprise-wide results. These skills are learned over time, not overnight. Learn how to design an enterprise-wide strategy that supports the growth of employees’ social acumen to build the organization’s social capital and fuel future growth. In this webcast, you’ll learn: The eight networking competencies.

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Limestone Learning

APRIL 27, 2018

Tuesday, May 1, 2018, 11AM – 12PM PT: The ROI Dilemma: Measuring Results of Your Learning Programs (Free for ATD members) Significant resources are being allocated to training and development across most organizations, but many companies still find themselves unsure of results. The return-on-investment formula is a financial calculation, but learning is a human behaviour and needs a human calculation. L&D can’t prove ROI using the same methods other parts of the business do.

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Continu

APRIL 9, 2019

In fact a survey by Robert Half found a strong learning culture led to a 30 to 50 percent higher retention rate in companies. So how do you ensure learning takes center stage within your organization? You hire an individual who oversees this process, a Chief Learning Officer (CLO). And once you have a clear understanding of their role, how do you determine if you should hire one for your company? What is a Chief Learning Officer?

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Limestone Learning

JANUARY 31, 2018

In this webcast, Maria Ho, senior manager of ATD Research, will discuss learning benchmarking data from ATD’s 2017 State of the Industry report. The webcast will explore trends in key learning metrics, including: Direct learning expenditure The average number of training hours used by employees What methods of training companies are using Content areas that companies are focusing on Whether companies are using on-the-job learning. How to do sustainment right.

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Limestone Learning

MARCH 28, 2019

It can be tough to find downtime or even work time for all the projects we have on the go, but sparing an hour for some learning can be a good way to work smarter—not harder. This interactive learning tool and strategy focuses on not only personal, but also group learning objectives. You’ll learn the practical skills needed to run role plays effectively. Companies often underestimate the full impact learning can have on customer experience.

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CLO Magazine

APRIL 10, 2014

But it pays to know the key differences between coaching and mentoring to implement an effective program. Today we’re faced with a serious talent gap and, with the improving economy, greater difficulty in recruiting highly skilled employees to fill those positions. Coaching initiatives tend to have shorter timelines than mentoring programs, with more finite and tangible learning objectives and goals.

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TechSmith Camtasia

MAY 29, 2018

Match each section with current objectives or desired outcomes. You can always pair the conventional spec sheet with your video production to cater to diverse learning preferences. It’s a proven fact that the human mind retains more information by doing. Develop a posting schedule so that employees know when to expect the next episode. Insider Secret to Modern Learning MacGyvers. Christopher holds an MBA, and an MEd (Learning Design) from BGSU.

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Limestone Learning

JULY 31, 2017

With a laptop (and a frosty drink in hand), it’s easy to put in a quick burst of learning. Tuesday, August 1, 2017, 9AM – 10AM PST: The Business Case for Learning: Using Design Thinking to Deliver Business Results Expenditures for learning and talent development have grown significantly in the past two decades. Few leaders would argue that learning is critical for organizational growth. Eight steps that incorporate design thinking in the learning cycle.

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Limestone Learning

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

Thursday, March 1, 2018, 9AM – 10AM PT: Open-Source vs. Closed-Source LMS: Why the Technology Your LMS Uses Matters When looking for a new Learning Management System, there are a multitude of questions that must be asked, starting with: What do I need my LMS to be able to do to allow us to reach our eLearning goals? Thursday, March 1, 2018, 10AM – 11AM PT: Making of a Mindful Leader (Free for ATD members) Did you know that 68.5 Learn to meditate.

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The Learning Dispatch

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Training managers have a lot to do. Dr. Kevin Gumienny is our senior learning architect and leads Microassist’s instructional design team. He frequently shares about accessible elearning development through our Learning Dispatch blog and newsletter. Why do I need to do that? What can we do? Why Do Training Programs Need Accessible Elearning? But How Do I Know My Elearning Is Accessible? Training Managers Have a Lot to Do.

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The Learning Dispatch

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Training managers have a lot to do. Why do I need to do that? We already ensure that elearning is available on multiple platforms, including learning management systems and mobile; we focus on learning and performance (not just learning and development); we align training outcomes with business goals. What can we do? Why Do Training Programs Need Accessible Elearning? But How Do I Know My Elearning Is Accessible? What to do?

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Limestone Learning

MAY 28, 2017

With good weather tempting us away from our desks, now’s the time to work efficiently and capitalize on short bursts of learning. Thursday, June 1, 2017, 9AM – 10AM PT: Beyond Video: Why Every Learning Organization Needs a "Knowledge Hosting" Strategy With video on the rise for online learning in organizations, it's time to ask the question: "Is my approach to video learning really up to snuff"? What you'll learn: What "knowledge hosting" is, and why it matters.

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eFront

JULY 17, 2018

Are your LMS metrics showing a steady decline in participation and engagement? They must actively engage with the eLearning content in order to achieve the learning objectives and get real value from the training experience. But why do your eLearning courses fall out of favor with online learners, and what can you do to get back in their good graces? You should also emphasize the benefits so that they know what’s in store.

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