Sat.Nov 12, 2016 - Fri.Nov 18, 2016

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The Magic of Microlearning

Association eLearning

One of you car’s headlights is out. It’s supposed to be pretty easy to replace, so you buy a new one and decide to give it a try. Where do you go for instructions? I’m guessing you’d probably try one or more of the following: Go to YouTube, or a similar site, and watch a video. Run a Google search. Ask someone at your local auto store. Ask a family member or friend who’s knowledgeable about cars.

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Data-Driven Learning: Benefits of Big Data in E-Learning

Content Raven

With the abundance of information we have at our fingertips, today’s digital native generation understands how leveraging learning technologies is key to promoting professional development and ensuring organizational success. Oftentimes, learning and development initiatives are designed, developed and delivered with minimal strategies in place on how to measure learning outcomes.

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Game-based Learning in 3D and Real Life: “Escape Room Learning”

Kapp Notes

At Masie’s Learning 2016 , there were many extraordinary events. In fact, soon curated content will be posted on the site. But in the meantime, here is my take on one of the most innovative and leading edge concepts…a Learning Escape Room. According to Wikipedia , an escape room is a “ a physical adventure game in which players are locked in a room and have to use elements of the room to solve a series of puzzles and escape within a set time limit.

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Introducing ProPanel Version 2.0!

LearnDash

It is with great pleasure that I get to inform you that ProPanel Version 2.0 has now been released and is available for immediate use! This release has been in the making nearly all year and we are exited to finally get it into your hands. We have a lot to cover in this announcement, but before jumping into the details I want to sincerely thank all of you who have helped shape the new direction of ProPanel by sharing your ideas with us.

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From Predictive to Agile: How to Choose the Right Project Management Methodology

Our profession is undergoing a transformation, moving away from rigid, one-size-fits-all methodologies. Instead, project managers are embracing dynamic and adaptable frameworks that carefully consider project and product variables to determine the most suitable development approaches and project life cycles.

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Put the 'activity' in 'interactivity'

Kineo

"We want something really interactive." Or "We want something more interactive than our previous learning." Heard requests like this before? I hear them frequently. It could be easy to presume that most online learning is interactive. So what does it really mean when people ask for more of it?

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Responsive eLearning with Articulate 360

Upside Learning

Last week folks at Articulate released a new version called Articulate 360, which packs several tools and resources, including one of the most popular elearning authoring tools, Storyline, in its latest avatar as Storyline 360. This video review from Tim Slade captures the most important new features: The above video highlights the following key new […].

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Specializing in the ELearning Industry

LearnDash

If you are reading this then there is a good chance that you are either already involved in the training & elearning indstury, or at least have an interest in getting involved. I may be bias (okay I am definitely bias) but I strongly believe that this industry has something to offer for anyone. For instance, if you consider yourself more of a “techy” person then there are learning management systems and course authoring tools at your disposal.

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Interactive in the limelight: our 12 tips for great interactive video

Kineo

Interactive video has burst into the limelight – it’s engaging, interesting and has a bit of glitz. And importantly has bags of potential for delivering learning content. But only if you get it right.

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ARUN PRADHAN – CRYSTAL BALLING WITH LEARNNOVATORS

Learnnovators

The post ARUN PRADHAN – CRYSTAL BALLING WITH LEARNNOVATORS appeared first on Learnnovators.

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The Best Skills Analysis Tools for Upskilling

Faster than ever, the world is shifting and shaping how people work, exposing and creating deep skill divides across industries and around the world. As a result, business and HR leaders are scrambling to “upskill” employees. If you’re scrambling to upskill your employees but don’t know where to start, make skills analysis a routine part of your decision-making process.

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Introduction to elearning – Whiteboard Wednesday

Administrate

Whiteboard Wednesday is our chance to pull back the curtain, and share our expertise with our clients and readers. This month, our Marketing Director Mike McGrail walks us through a quick and informative introduction to elearning! Download Your Free Intro to Elearning eBook Key Points To be successful, we need Read More. Published on November 16, 2016.

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Taking Action Based On Learner Metrics

LearnDash

A major part of learning management is reporting. For many organizations it is important for them to see if their employees have compelted certain training. Without reporting this wouldn’t be possible. This is why the learning management options out there today all have some degree of reporting. It is why we spent the last 10 months enhancing the LearnDash ProPanel reporting.

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Penn Jillette #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap

Clark Quinn

Magician Penn Jillette opened the DevLearn conference with a fascinating presentation on storytelling, telling his story and unpacking magic for us. The post Penn Jillette #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap appeared first on Learnlets.

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Shorten The Virtual Classroom Adoption Curve: Start With New Hires

InSync Training

I’m frequently asked, “When is a good time to introduce virtual classroom training programs to my organization?” As with most innovative learning approaches, organizations may resist adopting virtual classrooms, since they’re different from the status quo. Equally as important as implementing the virtual classroom model correctly, is selecting the right program with which to introduce the approach to your corporate learners.

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The Battle of the Authoring Tools: A 10-Point Comparison for Picking the Right One

Speaker: Chris Paxton McMillin, President of D3 Training Solutions

There are plenty of great authoring tools for developing eLearning, but the one you select could directly impact your course's outcomes. Depending upon your learners’ needs and your organization’s performance goals, you could be overlooking considerations that impact the both effectiveness of your courses and how long it takes to finish them. From general capabilities to specific workflow structures, some aspects are critical when it comes to learning objectives and deadlines.

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Articulate on the Rise – first impressions of the new Rise tool

Kineo

When Articulate announced something was coming ‘soon’ most people presumed it was the next version of Storyline. Indeed they were right, as Storyline 360 appeared, but what people weren’t expecting were some of the other tools in the Articulate 360 suite.

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How “associate-first” learning drives more sales and satisfaction

Axonify

loseyourmarbles.co. Retailers everywhere are trying to keep pace with the evolving needs of the digitally empowered shopper. By now, most retailers are in various stages of reimaging and re-executing the brick-and-mortar experience from the ground-up. And while there’s no doubt that store operations dollars spent on in-store analytics and intelligence, proximity beacons, virtual reality, and other emerging retail technology will all serve to bridge the physical and virtual shopping experience (w

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Karen McGrane #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap

Clark Quinn

Karen McGrane closed the DevLearn conference talking about adaptive content. She had addressed mLearnCon in the past , a great presentation, so my expectations were high. Plus, given that I riffed on background integration in my ELearning strategy pre-con and then content strategy as a session in the xAPI camp the next day, this is a talk I was eager to hear (congrats to the eLearning Guild for putting the topic on the table).

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Psst…! 10 more tips for sales reps

E-Learning Provocateur

When I wrote Psst…! 15 inside tips for sales reps five years ago, I braced for a backlash. But that didn’t happen. Indeed, I had taken pains to explain that I appreciate the challenges of this line of work, and that I was sharing my insider’s view to engineer a win-win outcome for all of us. Evidently this was graciously received, as several people contacted me offline to thank me for my frankness.

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Revitalizing Dry Content: A Lesson in Engagement

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.

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Towards a “Maturity Model” for Learning Businesses

Web Courseworks

I have been a supporter and follower of Jeff Cobb and Celisa Steele for almost a decade. I’ve interviewed them and reviewed their books for this blog. Jeff’s book Leading the Learning Revolution is a reflective masterpiece that touches those of us who have been in educational technology since the pre-dot-com days. Not only that: it provides a pathway to creating successful adult learning businesses.

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#DevLearn, Here I Come!

eLearning Cyclops

I am on my way to the DevLearn Conference next week - As always a great time and plenty of valuable sessions. This year I plan on attending numerous mLearning sessions, which look perfect for anyone looking to delve further into delivering mobile learning, like me. I will also be speaking again. This year I am excited to be co-presenting with my colleague, David Schwartz.

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How to Make Online Learning Easy for First-Time eLearners

CourseArc

Making the transition from traditional textbook learning and instructor-led classroom courses to the strange new world of online learning can be a daunting challenge – especially for first-time online learners who’ve never had to navigate a digital learning interface before. As a result, many adult or senior students who are new to distance learning perform poorly in their courses, which reduces their motivation and their likelihood of completing future lessons.

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Tony DeRose #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap

Clark Quinn

Tony DeRose opened the second day of DevLearn with a geeky (and intriguing) presentation on the links between math and story in making animation. With clips and anecdotes he showed how it works, and inspired about how they’re connecting this to STEM. The post Tony DeRose #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap appeared first on Learnlets.

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What Is the Actual Cost of an Open Role in Your Company?

In today's tight labor market, hiring and retaining top talent is more challenging than ever. Every day a job remains unfilled means lost productivity and revenue. But vacancies can affect much more than your revenue. There are multiple direct and indirect costs, and it's crucial to adapt your recruiting strategies to prioritize the most costly open roles.

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8 Can’t-Miss Sessions at DevLearn 2016

Knowledge Guru

While this is Bottom-Line Performance’s fifth straight year exhibiting at DevLearn, it’s only my first. And I am so excited to join my team in Vegas this year! I’ve heard so many great things about the conference and can’t wait to see what all the hype is about. So naturally, I made a list of “must-see” sessions I want to attend at DevLearn and let me tell you, it was a long list.

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How to Measure and Level Up Your Training

Administrate

In 1943, Abraham Maslow proposed his theory on the hierarchy of human needs. Essentially, the pyramid shows that certain human needs will take priority over others. Image Sourced from OneXuan We know our day is ruined without battery and WiFi, so we thought we should add them in at the Read More. Published on November 17, 2016. The post How to Measure and Level Up Your Training appeared first on Administrate.

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Training: Give Me a Break!

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

by Kevin Siegel, CTT,  COTP         I've written several articles about adult learners and attention spans. For instance, there was the article titled " How Long is Too Long? " where you learned that students can keep tuned in to a lecture for  no more than  15 to 20 minutes  at a time.

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Maxwell Planck #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap

Clark Quinn

Maxwell Planck gave the afternoon keynote for the opening day of DevLearn. He talked about the trajectory of VR, with very interesting reflections on creativity, story, and meaning. The post Maxwell Planck #DevLearn Keynote Mindmap appeared first on Learnlets.

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Accelerating Change in the Insurance Industry: Why You Need to Invest in Talent Strategy

This whitepaper brings together research, expert opinion and industry trend data to help senior leaders understand current challenges and future-proof their businesses. Inside you’ll find insights on: The big challenges: From automation to onboarding, we explore the big challenges facing the sector. Onboarding: You only get one chance to make a first impression.

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Wisetail Named One Of Outside Magazine’s 100 Best Places To Work In 2016

Wisetail

Wisetail named #32 on Outside Magazine's 100 Best Places To Work in 2016. We couldn't be more stoked! The post Wisetail Named One Of Outside Magazine’s 100 Best Places To Work In 2016 appeared first on Wisetail.

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3 Tips on Writing for Animation

Allen Interactions

By Joslyn Schmitt, Associate Media Artist.

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Adobe Captivate: Breakpoints and Viewports

The Logical Blog by IconLogic

by Lori Smith, Captivate Developer,  COTP. Have you ever been frustrated when your beautifully designed layout in a Captivate responsive project looks nothing like what you created when viewing the content a mobile device (such as a tablet)? The problem isn't with your layout. it's likely due to the Breakpoint you set up in the first place.