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Why Slack Might Become the #1 Tool for Learning

eLearning Architect

The key driver for this was to replace tools such as Yammer, Skype and Jive (which haven't seen much engagement) and to consolidate these platforms into one tool. But for us to get there, we need to see the LMS vendors step up their games to provide a similar feature set to Slack within the LMS. distracted) as the email arrives?

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Top Learning Trends for 2017 (according to the experts)

Axonify

Almost every profession is advancing faster than ever, and even employees in sales, service, and operational roles need regular updates on programs, processes, and core skills to stay productive and grow. Perhaps they want the same attributes they find delightful in their favorite products and services. Efficiency and speed.

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Ready or Not, The Future Is Now

CLO Magazine

Machine learning is the underpinning for many common learning technologies, including learning management systems, MOOCs, data analytics and other tools; and many learning vendors have marked it firmly on their future road maps. The allure of machine learning is clear, said James Cross, director of learning product strategy for Workday.

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Social Learning: Top Down Versus Bottom Up

CLO Magazine

Companies look at pricing, product features and ease of use when determining the L&D technology that is right for them. Examples of this type of technology include Jive and SharePoint. Skillsoft went this route with its inGenius social product. Pricing topped the list, followed by product features and ease of use.

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Mentoring or Coaching: What’s Best for Your Company?

CLO Magazine

Coaching and mentoring programs are proven to increase productivity, morale and leadership. Talent management software vendors can provide some tracking capability, but do not provide in-depth coaching and mentoring program workflows optimized to help guide these programs. But managing these programs can be a challenge.

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Top Learning Trends for 2017 (according to the experts)

Axonify

Almost every profession is advancing faster than ever, and even employees in sales, service, and operational roles need regular updates on programs, processes, and core skills to stay productive and grow. Perhaps they want the same attributes they find delightful in their favorite products and services. Efficiency and speed.

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Creating an e-learning strategy that works

eLearning 24-7

Perhaps you are seeking a mentoring product or a syllabus management tool or plagiarism detection tool or VR tool or whatever. Personally, I wouldn’t go that route, but hey, people do – with Yammer, Jive, Bloomfire and so on. . It should be broken down by line item of each of those components (products you will need).