eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

It has been a reader favorite and yes, a few vendors have been, uh, extremely unhappy. Worst Learning System – A lot of good ones err bad ones out there. This is totally based on the similar criteria I have for the top learning systems. Most Baffling Learning System. You are welcome! .

vendor 101

vendor Micro-Learning SAP Learning System 101

eLearning 24-7

MAY 9, 2022

Q: You constantly mention “learning systems” rather than an LMS, LXP or Learning Platform. Q: We are looking at a talent management system, but are wondering if that qualifies under a learning system? On top of that, there are vendors out there who change the type of system, repetitively.

vendor 71

vendor Micro-Learning Enterprise Learning System 71

eLearning 24-7

OCTOBER 28, 2021

There has been a lot of weirdness going on this year, in the learning system space, some that turned out to be treats for everyone, others that were tricks – to you, to me, to those noises you hear late at night when you are the only one in the home. Assigned learning is not fan. I like that, but uh, what about the treat?

Metrics 67

Metrics Compliance Training vendor Enterprise 67

Origin Learning

MAY 4, 2018

Extended enterprise learning can be defined as any targeted learning/training created for an organization’s non-employees or ‘external audience’. This includes a diverse audience comprising prospects, existing customers, channel partners, and licensed vendors/resellers. Do you intend to monetize your training?

Enterprise 138

Enterprise Business Diversity Training Management 138

eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

E-Learning Marketing Words – Stand on your Soapbox and Stop the Madness. Learning System. I spent the past year, seeing a lot of systems, products, tools; attended a few trade shows (that should be a future category), observed trends of this and that, and whalla, the list. . A few do not have a mobile app.

RFP 65

RFP Micro-Learning vendor SAP 65

Talented Learning

JULY 14, 2014

There are new buzzwords out there since the last time you paid attention like Gamification, Social Learning, Mobile Learning, Cloud, SaaS, Tin Can, NextGen, Talent Suite and extended enterprise LMS and you are not sure what it all means and how it applies to you.

vendor 52

vendor LMS Cost Enterprise 52

eLearning 24-7

JANUARY 14, 2019

Change of messaging, and the seemingly misunderstanding by vendors that there is a difference between training and L&D. CMI-5 increased interest among vendors, even more so, than on/off synch mobile apps for example. LRSs not being utilized by vendors who have it in their systems. Relying on the client (i.e.

Industry 74

Industry vendor Coaching AICC 74

eLearning 24-7

JUNE 17, 2019

In the e-learning space there continues to be in some sectors, a perception problem. Often self-inflicted by the vendor themselves, it nevertheless continues rampant. When coined all those decades ago, it was an umbrella term for online learning. Authoring Tools.

Virtual Classroom 53

Virtual Classroom vendor Metrics ILT 53

eLearning 24-7

APRIL 1, 2021

2012- Mobile Learning. It went on for a few years as “mobile this, mobile that, mobile first, mobile responsive” 2017 – Micro-Learning. Micro learning this. Micro-learning content does that. 2019 – Machine Learning, which vendors nowadays spin as A.I.

Market 116

Market Association LMS Association Learning Management System LMS 116

eLearning 24-7

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Budget is always an important one, okay it is the main one because a system can have everything you need, match your use case perfectly, but the one little item, it is not in your budget. Just as I can’t figure out why vendors love giving you their history as if that is going to sway you on buying a system.

System 59

System Metrics Cornerstone Association LMS 59

QuoDeck

DECEMBER 27, 2018

The truth is that given the size of the target base, experience with learning systems and the complexity of training to be administered, enterprises have different learning requirements at different points in time. The onus of learning is on the learner with little focus on assessments or pushing adoption.

LMS 91

LMS Social Networks Enterprise Saba 91

Upside Learning

APRIL 16, 2013

When delivering blended learning programs through an LMS, ensure that every learner has easy access to the LMS as and when they need it, along with other components of the blend. Your LMS vendor can be your best guide for the right infrastructure setup and to assess the readiness of your current setup to support blended learning.

Blended Learning 244

Blended Learning Blended LMS Virtual Classroom 244

Docebo

AUGUST 16, 2019

New advancements in learning technology have helped to support evolving learner needs and revolutionize the e-learning space. Online learning platforms, such as Docebo, go beyond basic LMS functionality by incorporating social learning features into the platform and leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI).

LMS 131

LMS Learning Management System System Compliance Training 131

Talented Learning

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

If you're spending time regularly deactivating users so you don’t have to pay incremental license fees, you are definitely paying too much for your learning platform.

vendor 52

vendor License LMS Platform 52

eLearning 24-7

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Before diving into the functionality they all possess, I’d add a few points: They are ideally suited as a “bolt-on” to an LMS, while they can be a standalone, in nearly all cases the vendors have told me, that the majority of their customers already have an LMS. There are exceptions, but it is really few and far between.

Platform 84

Platform Grovo vendor Compliance Training 84

Paradiso Solutions

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Outdated learning systems can abolish employee engagement, so many businesses are swapping on-premises LMS for cloud-based ones, also called SaaS LMS. These cloud systems are more efficient, managing training and keeping employees excited about learning.

LMS 52

LMS Authoring Tools Blended Learning Guide 52

CLO Magazine

JULY 21, 2017

Common examples of mediocre ancillary LMS functionality include social learning, mobile learning, content management, performance support and reporting and analytics. But these issues aren’t really the LMS vendors’ fault. The L&D industry forced LMS vendors to expand beyond their core competencies.

LMS 83

LMS xapi Compliance Training ILT 83

eLearning 24-7

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

I use Twitter, but there is no way, I see it as a learning tool. But HE has a very poor track record of using them when it comes to mobile learning. Even when it is in an LMS or other types of learning systems. Showpad – Sales training software (yeah it is a learning system, but have you heard of it?).

Authoring Tools 66

Authoring Tools Tools Social Media Blackboard 66

eLearning 24-7

AUGUST 19, 2015

Learning Platforms for me have become a separate entity within the entire learning system marketplace. Why some of those learning platforms, and yeah, some LMS vendors who want you to know that they are not-traditional, whatever that means – which to them could mean one thing and to you, something entirely else.

Trends 40

Trends LMS Industry vendor 40

Stratbeans

OCTOBER 7, 2017

E-Learning lets you analyze your level of understanding through ready-made digital tests, reducing theneed for tests in pen-paper mode. An e-learning system based on Cloud computing infrastructure is feasible and it can greatly improve the efficiency of investment and the power of management.

Corporate Learning 40

Corporate Learning Tools Cloud Computing Toys 40

eLearning 24-7

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Three months ago, only a few systems had either integrated for no additional charge or for additional fees, a talent management/performance management feature set. There is a growing list of vendors, including small/mid size that are adding talent management components that match the Big Dog systems. What do you do? Prediction.

News 73

News Authoring Tools vendor Rapid Intake 73

CLO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

We’re still using LMS platforms developed 10 years ago, e-learning courses that look more like cartoons or audio-enabled flash cards, and we still don’t have enough mobile learning environments. The explosion of MOOCs and new tools for education will have three big effects on corporate learning.

Learning Technologies 88

Learning Technologies Technology Change SkillSoft 88

CLO Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2014

e-learning company, are still experimenting with mobile learning, according to Tim Hildreth, the firm’s vice president of product management. But as demand increases, Skillsoft will either release mobile-friendly content or retrofit existing products that make sense on mobile. Most clients of Skillsoft Corp.,

Mobile 59

Mobile SkillSoft Companies Simulations 59

eLearning 24-7

MARCH 7, 2013

2012 – Mobile video consumption rises up to 5.4 2013 - LMSs are not the only learning system in town. The new kids of the block (please no jokes here) are Video Learning Platforms. Other options – depends on the vendor. – always check with the vendor – they all support HD.

Platform 88

Platform Video vendor Player 88

eLearning 24-7

APRIL 4, 2011

I believe this is very possible, because regardless of the generation, people want easy, they want fast and if they could do a lot of things in a system for example, rather than having multiple windows open, they would do it. For vendors, they could make it happen and generate revenue. So, where do we begin? Slideshare. Add images.

Social Learning 77

Social Learning LCMS Social Learning Portal 77

KZO Innovations

MAY 1, 2015

Specifically, SCORM governs how online learning content and Learning Management Systems (LMSs) communicate with each other. . Think about it: ten years ago concepts like e-learning, and particularly mobile learning, were either brand new or non-existent.

SCORM 40

SCORM Authoring Tools LMS Learning Objects 40

eLearning 24-7

JANUARY 18, 2012

I am still surprised on how vendors who are offering assessment only tools are staying in the game. Perhaps they are unaware of online authoring systems offering assessment features. Some vendors push heavily on PPT, implying that a great WBT is really a PPT converted to Flash. Vendor adoption is slow. It isn’t.

Authoring Tools 76

Authoring Tools Authoring Market Tools 76

eLearning 24-7

JULY 14, 2015

Yes there are vendors doing some new stuff, okay many, but a few items are not new, rather they have been around for a long time. SaaS boost – Finally more vendors are on the appropriate path for their consumers; but the big folks are not – why? There I said it and honestly I can’t believe I said it. Want a stunner?

Authoring 40

Authoring Industry Tools vendor 40

Web Courseworks

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

With proper training for service technicians and external vendors, your products and services can be handled in the correct way and you can be sure your external market can be more educated on how to solve any problems and have the necessary training. Most extended enterprise content will be consumed via mobile devices.

Enterprise 100

Enterprise LMS Business Metrics 100

eLearning 24-7

SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

One will be named – Mobile Learning Course Authoring Tool 2012. Rapid Intake m-Learning Studio - Strong solution for the masses and developers, forward thinking approach, they also offer an online/offline product called m-Learning synch which includes a mobile learning online platform, rather than connecting to your LMS.

eLearning Tools 85

eLearning Tools Authoring Compliance Training Flash to HTML5 Conversion 85

eLearning 24-7

DECEMBER 9, 2010

One vendor with 750 users, priced out at nearly 24K a year; another close to 11.5K – thus depends on users is a factor. These systems are ideal for someone who wants a basic system, with some features but does not seek a robust system (which you can find in the price range in 12-25K SAAS based btw). provider, etc.

Trends 70

Trends Flash to HTML5 Conversion vendor e-learning vendor 70

KZO Innovations

SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Specifically, SCORM governs how online learning content and Learning Management Systems (LMSs) communicate with each other. Learning experiences are recorded in a Learning Record Store (LRS). . These actions can happen anywhere and signal an event where learning could occur. What is Tin Can?

SCORM 40

SCORM Authoring Tools ADL Simulations 40

eLearning 24-7

JULY 28, 2016

One cool piece is the pre-assessment capability built into the system. . The system is easy to use, always a huge plus in my book. However, one area that Axonify likes to hit upon is that they are a micro-learning system. Think back to the days of when you had those mobile learning systems.

LMS 40

LMS Micro-Learning Gamification vendor 40

Talented Learning

AUGUST 15, 2018

As I noted several weeks ago in a learning systems trends update, integrated authoring and delivering platform are roaring back with a vengeance – and with good reason. It’s already nearly impossible to distinguish content from the systems that deliver it. Where does curation fit into your content strategy?

Diversity Training 70

Diversity Training Trends Content Simulations 70

Learning Pool

JULY 21, 2020

When describing the workings of a learning management system, for instance, people might talk about ‘the learning’ – meaning the elearning modules served by that LMS. When blended learning first appeared it felt to some like an inelegant fudge designed to save trainers’ jobs.

Content 40

Content Blended Learning Social Networks Pedagogy 40

eLearning 24-7

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Vendors report seeing anywhere from a dozen questions to more than 500 in some cases. In the 17 yrs I have been doing this, I have yet to hear of one LMS vendor whose LMS has been hacked. Yet, there are LMS vendors who just assume that IT is ready and standing by to come to your office or go to your business locations and help out.

LMS 32

LMS Server Blackboard Hosting 32

Continu

AUGUST 29, 2018

Technology changes quickly, and 15 years is a long time in the world of digital learning. Take mobile learning, for example. The modern employee is highly mobile; employees work from home, travel, work at remote campuses, and spend time away from the main office in other ways. It might take a while. Fast, native creation.

LMS 40

LMS Learning Management System SCORM Authoring Tools 40