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Research Shows Companies Should Encourage Social Learning

TOPYX LMS

Modern students sit in classrooms for hours at a time as information is fed to them through lectures and PowerPoint presentations. How different this type of modern information transmission is from that of centuries past when behaviors and theories were learned by observation and practice. Read an informational blog post.

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5 Ways to Stretch Your Training Budget

Mindflash

Online training as a blended learning component is more cost-effective and it helps make smarter use of your people resources so that trainers are only being deployed for critical training needs. Embrace Informal Learning practices – especially mentoring and coaching. Use Free Stuff. Need more budget-friendly ideas?

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Bridging the generations through learning

CLO Magazine

Carving out time for this can be challenging as the pace of technological and societal change — including the wide-scale adoption of both social media and the gig economy — makes it more difficult to devote long periods to formal learning. We can apply the innovation lifecycle to learning for both Gen X and Millennials.

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Knowledge Skills Mentoring Tips - Best of eLearning Learning

eLearning Learning Posts

New skills for learning professionals - Informal Learning , July 1, 2009. Designing a Virtual Immersive Environment for Learning? Learning Management Systems - Trends and Issues - Discovery Through eLearning , July 8, 2009. New thoughts on getting started in e-learning - Clive on Learning , July 9, 2009.

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Flexing Your Tools to Create Maximum-Impact Online Training

Mindflash

People tend to have a preference for formal learning (instructor-directed) or informal learning (experiential, self-directed, impromptu learning). Whatever your preference, flexible learning strategies include a combination of both types of learning and more, as needed. Supporting Performance.

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Can Centralized and Decentralized Online Training Co-Exist?

Mindflash

On the flip side, the traditional adult learner seeks the freedom of choice in learning that often comes with a decentralized learning network. Can a centrally managed online training system and an individualized learning network coexist? LMS’s allow you to import files, such as PowerPoint, Video, Word, and PDF.

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Blended and Distributed Learning Case Study

Obsidian Learning

The existing curriculum consisted of a two-week long instructor-led course during which a rotating slate of guest speakers gave PowerPoint-based lectures. Individual mentoring on personal development plans established with a senior mentor and based on a skills inventory designed to highlight gaps.