Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 17, 2023

Back in 2015, I gave a short presentation for the Online Network of Independent Learning Professionals on finding freelance clients. The biggest shift for me is that more of my work now comes from networking and referrals rather than from my blog and portfolio. Networking = Relationships. Social media and online communities.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 4, 2011

Cammy Bean’s latest blog post provides many ideas as well as real-life examples for Using Social Media for Learning. The slow adoption of social learning is not localized to Minnesota and North Carolina. Karen O’Leonard from Bersin & Associates wrote an article last week entitled Corporate Spending on Social Learning.

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IT Training Department Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

This post is about instructional designers and whether they can effectively work remotely. Or is it more beneficial for instructional designers to stick to the conventional in-person approach? The role of instructional designers is critical in shaping effective learning experiences.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Not Everyone is a Social Customer by Paul on February 11, 2011 in Development Tools , customer service , social learning A couple weeks ago I wrote a blog about the need to train your clients on the various methods of…training.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 13, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Twitter as Social Learning: Seven Ways to Facilitate the Exchange of Information by Paul on March 14, 2011 in social learning Most of us in the adult learning industry have already found and incorporated Twitter into our everyday lives.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 8, 2011

The gist of it was that even though we have an enormous amount of tools available to enable social learning across far reaching boundaries, the self-study type of eLearning seen in so many workplaces today can potentially cut learners off from any type of social interaction during the course of the learning.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS The Impact of Social Learning: Will You Be The First? by Andrea on February 23, 2011 in social learning The other night I attended a lecture at the University of Minnesota Medical School. Wow, I mean just… wow.

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Philip's Learning

MARCH 6, 2023

Have you ever considered a career as an instructional designer? Instructional designers are responsible for creating effective and engaging learning experiences for students and employees. They design and develop educational materials, assessments, and courses that help people learn and improve their skills.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 27, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Online Video: the Perfect Social Learning Tool? 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.

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Dashe & Thomson

MAY 8, 2011

It has been around for all of my 15+ years as an instructional designer and training developer, and goes back much further than that. On-demand is gaining ground quickly on traditional solutions and that is forcing our industry to reasses how we design, develop, and deploy learning solutions.

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Maestro

MAY 19, 2022

Is your instructional-design toolkit up-to-date? Whether you’re getting started with instructional design, looking to dig deeper, or just checking out the scene, we’ve rounded up the best resources for instructional designers. In fact, most instructional design models are variants of this one.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 14, 2010

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Hey, That’s Social Learning! by Jolene on December 14, 2010 in social learning Recently I witnessed a fabulous and fascinating display of social learning – a high school chamber music concert.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 17, 2011

Who’s Building the Social Learning Roads? In my role as Vice President of Client and Staffing Services, I know that training may not always be the answer. I am an avid film goer, music lover, bridge walker, and supporter of the Dashe & Thomson running team. View all posts by Barbara → ← Brain Rules for Learning: Who Knew?

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 19, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Who’s Building the Social Learning Roads? Last week I participated in a webinar entitled The State of Social Media Marketing Industry , co-hosted by Hubspot and Social Media Examiner. They both do great work.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

AI, Instructional Design, and OER – improving learning I agree with the idea that AI and LLMs will make it much easier to create a first draft of content. Through the simulated choices of social media messages and lots of immediate feedback and coaching, you learn to recognize tactics for manipulating information and influence online.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 21, 2011

As VP, Instructional Design Services for Dashe & Thomson, Inc. View all posts by Andrea → ← Who’s Building the Social Learning Roads? Most recently, Ive been working on training programs for the propane industry. Rob Mueller: Great post on using games as a training device. It is amazing ho.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 11, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Can Games Transform the World? It is not enough, however, to just add a Jeopardy or Wheel-of-Fortune game to our instructional design. To be effective the game must make work seem like play. It is amazing ho.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 15, 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 Trackbacks/Pingbacks Kirkpatrick Revisited | Social Learning Blog - April 18, 2011 [.] It is amazing ho.

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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?” It is amazing ho. Properly d.

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Instancy

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

In the dynamic world of training and instructional design, the quest for creating engaging and interactive eLearning content that keeps learners hooked is never-ending. This array of tools empowers instructional designers to craft visually appealing and well-structured eLearning modules that resonate with their target audience.

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Instancy

MARCH 19, 2024

Introduction: In the evolving digital education landscape, video-based training modules have become indispensable tools for instructional designers and eLearning developers. Understanding Your Audience The first step in any instructional design project is understanding your audience deeply.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

In particular, Weber talks about the power of human interaction in teaching (aka social learning): Interpersonal intelligence engages others best in curious, equitable, and caring situations. Finding ways to incorporate these elements can be difficult for instructional designers, curriculum developers, and, especially, creators of eLearning.

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Learning Visions

MAY 24, 2011

These are my notes from a session with Allison Rossett “Falling in Love All Over Again—With ISD” at ASTD ICE in Orlando, May 24, 2011. Forgive typos and incoherence… ** ISD got its start in WWII – when the country was preparing soldiers for war. Find it yourself through networks and community. 400 + films – taught standards.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 14, 2010

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Hey, That’s Social Learning! by Jolene on December 14, 2010 in social learning Recently I witnessed a fabulous and fascinating display of social learning – a high school chamber music concert.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 14, 2011

Ive been creating training and e-Learning programs for over 20 years, serving as an instructional designer, writer, developer, and project manager. 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.

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Social Networks Social Learning Blended Learning Blogging 113

Clarity Consultants

AUGUST 24, 2023

And as instructional design continues to evolve, technological breakthroughs showcase the importance of staying ahead. How Do Instructional Design Firms Stay Current with Technology Encourage Continuous Learning At instructional design firms, a culture of continuous learning is not just encouraged but fully embraced.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 25, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS The Return of the (Digital) Native by Jim on March 25, 2011 in mobile learning In recent years, we’ve all heard a lot about digital natives. Rob Mueller: Great post on using games as a training device. It is amazing ho. Properly d.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 6, 2011

I’ve gotten some great tips from others working as independent consultants or freelance instructional designers in comments on my Getting Started as a Freelance Instructional Designer and Tips for Starting to Freelance posts. Networking. Image Credit: network illustration by HikingArtist.com.

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The eLearning Coach

JULY 3, 2020

In this episode, Peter Shea and I discuss the roles that instructional designers play in higher education and what it's like to work in that environment. Have you ever considered starting a learning design career in higher education? He is also an instructional designer, teacher, editor, and writer.

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InSync Training

JUNE 13, 2017

Training Magazine Network Recap. Jennifer Hofmann, graciously hosted by Training Magazing Network, shared an answer with fellow practitioners recently. Nothing we design stands alone anymore, and no moment of learning need goes unaddressed. Modern blended learning, Jennifer believes, should be the new training norm.

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 11, 2011

These are my live blogged notes from a webinar today with Float Learning: Instructional Design for Mobile #id4mlearning. The last 50 years of ID Behaviorism (very simple, little bits) and Programmed Instruction. microblogging and text messaging “social media” (see: [link] ) 2. Social networking and communities 11.

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eLearning Brothers

AUGUST 18, 2015

Thanks to social media we have some great suggestions for how you can continue to develop your skills for free! Participating in a Twitter chat is another way to network with and learn from eLearning professionals around the globe. Next up in our series about social media and your professional development: LinkedIn.

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Adobe Captivate

JUNE 26, 2018

Captivate has grown with me as I honed my skills as an instructional designer and curriculum developer. I was a reluctant designer, preferring to facilitate existing courses online. They understand that rather than being alone they are surrounded by other creative minds working for social change through education.

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Infopro Learning

MARCH 12, 2015

For this blog, I will focus on the use of social media as a strategy to facilitate and manage change for business transformation—to stay competitive and survive in increasingly harder business climates. Use of Social Media. Social media facilitates free flow of information in multiple directions. Instructional Design'

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Allison Rossett

APRIL 21, 2012

Although we set out to learn about the contours of the elearning terrain, our project revealed much about instructional design practice today. What of scenario-based online programs, social networks and communities, discussion boards, or personalized programs? Instruction is good, but not sufficient. Causes count.

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Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Design 212

Allison Rossett

APRIL 21, 2012

Although we set out to learn about the contours of the elearning terrain, our project revealed much about instructional design practice today. What of scenario-based online programs, social networks and communities, discussion boards, or personalized programs? Instruction is good, but not sufficient. Causes count.

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Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Design 212

Allison Rossett

JULY 17, 2012

Her topic– personal learning networks, also known as PLNs. Here is a way for people to turn their interest in lifelong, independent learning AND social connections into a way of life. It took 40 years, but with the invention of the Internet and social media tools, Licklider & Taylor’s predication has come true.

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