by Mary Arnold
If you’ve ever tried to move the social learning dynamic to a computer-mediated discussion, you’ve probably noticed that giving learners a forum where discussion can take place is not enough to create a social learning environment. Here’s how to give learners a sense of presence that motivates them to participate in the discussion.
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by Lora Davis
While many e-Learning producers are struggling to understand how the iPad may be useful in online instruction, one sales training team has already been successful in using Apple’s new device in blended instruction in the classroom. Here’s their story.
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by Temple Smolen
The eLearning Guild recently published a report on 2010 e-Learning Salary and Compensation. One finding that generated much discussion is the 14.5% gender gap in pay. Why in today’s world does this gap still exist? Research Report author Temple Smolen drilled down further into the data to see if she could find an answer to that question.
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by Marc Rosenberg
High-level simulations, an interactive student guide, student-created job aids, simple memory aids, substantial realistic practice, and a competency-based assessment. Where are you… in a military training center? Medical school? Nope. It’s Bartending 101. Pull up a stool.
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by Joe Ganci
Adobe has just released the latest version of its e-Learning Suite and with it comes a number of improvements and updates, for both Windows and OS X. Our review of Adobe Captivate 5 appeared here previously. Now read an application-by-application review of the rest of the Suite.
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by Audrey Dalton, Brian Friedlander
Learner expectations for production values in e-Learning, together with improvements in e-Learning development technology, have made e-Learning mediated by animated characters easier to implement. Before you integrate animated characters into your e-Learning productions, review the evidence pointing to the benefits of animated characters in e-Learning.
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by Jessica Athey
If you are creating online learning, sooner or later you are going to face the Learning Management System (LMS) selection challenge. There is a plethora of LMSs, and it can be hard to determine the right one for your situation. Here are some important questions to ask before you start shopping!
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by Bill Brandon
Blackboard Inc. announced late today that it is acquiring Elluminate and Wimba, leading providers of synchronous and collaboration technology. The teams from the three companies will combine to form Blackboard Collaborate, a standalone platform.
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by Jane Bozarth
“When developing and launching a new training initiative – traditional classroom, virtual classroom, asynchronous, or a mix – or suggesting a training solution for an individual worker or group, it’s vital to gain management commitment. As with so many issues in training and development, this is another of those “easier said than done” challenges.
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by Bill Brandon
What do you get when over 400 people meet in San Diego to review the state of the art in mobile learning? You get mLearnCon: a mind-expanding week of information, resources, viewpoints, and insights.
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