Sat.Mar 16, 2019 - Fri.Mar 22, 2019

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Degreed Does Data: Machine Learning

Degreed

Data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence are disrupting everything we know, in ways that most of us don’t understand — yet. To help you keep up, we’ve launched a new series, Degreed Does Data. We’ll dive deep into these topics, simplifying their complexities, explaining their potential impact, and breaking down the dramatic ways they’ll be changing the industry.

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How to Run a Cost-Benefit Analysis for Employee Training

LearnDash

Well-run employee training programs are an investment. Here’s how to understand them. Employee training can be a difficult investment for many organizations to evaluate. One the one hand, there are some obvious costs associated with it. The more time new hires spend in training, the longer it takes to prepare them for their jobs, and the less flexibility the organization has in managing workplace turnover.

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7 Secrets for Setting and Communicating Priorities at Work

ej4 eLearning

Setting priorities at work isn’t just about choosing to do one thing over another; it’s about choosing to do important things first so that you can achieve your long-term goals. Once priorities are established, they help us to stay organized and on-task.

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Driving Automation in Learning Campaigns with Data and Analytics

HT2 Labs

Delivering a learning campaign moves away from the ‘one and done’ learning event, to a learning experience that is spaced over time, using multiple points of learning. The concept of the learning campaign borrows from the marketing campaign concept, where users receive marketing information over a period of time through multiple points of contact.

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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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Better Benchmarking

Clark Quinn

I was on a phone conversation and was asked whether I compared my clients against others in the business to help them figure out where they’re at. E.g. do I offer my partners the chance to benchmark. And after a bit of thought, I said that no, I didn’t, and explained why. Moreover, they found my answer intriguing, so I thought I’d share it with you.

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Should eLearning Courses be Informative or Interactive or Both?

Swift eLearning Services

It is an exciting part in the world of eLearning which is full of digital trends, innovative ideas, learning techniques to make learners engaged, motivated, and stay connected with the courses. Developing eLearning courses to make learning and training programs successful is nowadays a current hot topic.

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Access to Learning to Increase Employment Retention in Millennials

Meridian

More than one-third of U.S. workers are Millennials, making up 35% of the labor force*, followed closely by Gen Xers. For these younger generations, the idea of a decades-long career in one position or at one company, is as outdated as renting movies at Blockbuster. Armed with the knowledge that they will have numerous […].

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How Online Sales Training Can Improve the Bottom Line for Large Enterprises

TOPYX LMS

Eighty-three percent of companies do not believe they have effective sales training, according to the RAIN Group.¹ That’s a crucial mistake, since effective sales training improves a company’s bottom line not only by helping sales professionals close more details, but by improving other key business metrics such as cost and employee retention.

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Educate Yourself On The Importance Of eLearning For Business

eLearning Industry

eLearning has several uses in today's corporate world. Employee engagement, retention, skills upgrade and creating remote workforce are some vital functions of eLearning. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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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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Prove the Value of Training to the Business Through Evaluation

InSync Training

Evaluating a learning program is by far the best way to highlight its value to all business stakeholders. It also bolsters a culture of continuous improvement. Without measurable results, it's hard to convince the business community that its learning and development (L&D) offerings are effective. Or even necessary.

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Your 6-Week Checklist for Launching an Online Course

Client Engagement Academy

Chances are, if you’re reading this article, you’re in the process of creating an online course and are looking to have a successful launch. Or maybe you’re already a seasoned course creator looking to launch a course better and stronger this time around. Regardless of where you are in experience, EVERY online course creator can […].

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Chasing Technology Good and Bad

Clark Quinn

I’ve been complaining, as part of the myths tour, that everyone wants the magic bullet. But, as I was commenting to someone about opportunities, there are huge tech opportunities we’re missing. How can I have bit both ways? Well, I’m talking about two different techs (or, rather, many). The fact is, we’re chasing the wrong technologies.

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Free eBook - Interactive Learning Design: Using An Interactive Learning Software To Increase Engagement In eLearning Courses

eLearning Industry

Involving learners is key to engaging them and making sure that the information actually sticks. Information that doesn't stick, is useless if it turns out that there is no way for the learner to recall the info nor put it into practice. It's "where the money is", or better yet, where the money is lost. After all, why would we put all of this energy into the logistics of teaching valuable information to our employees when we aren't even sure if it's useful?

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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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xAPI Camp Preview: dominKnow ONE

MakingBetter

On March 26, 2019, I’m gathering best examples of the tools that enable, and the professionals who define xAPI’s best practices at xAPI Camp (number 14!) hosted by the eLearning Guild at the Learning Solutions conference in Orlando, FL. In the run-up to the event, I’m highlighting these industry colleagues, and why I think they’re […].

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An Introduction to Kirkpatrick's Four Levels of Evaluation

InSync Training

Measuring and evaluating training makes up a critical piece of the learning implementation process. Without it, we have no idea if our designs have the impact we are hoping for! Thanks to one tried-and-true approach, getting started with an evaluation strategy does not have to cause stress. Our team has put together an overview of Kirkpatrick's popular (and proven!

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Is Your Design Really “Responsive?”

eLearning Brothers

. One of the biggest points of confusion I’ve seen evolve in recent years is how people use the word “responsive” when speaking about device-independent eLearning. How can it be that people can interpret one word so differently? Over time, “responsive” has become the preferred word used when talking about device-independent development. Developing for multiple devices impacts both the developer—in the design and development process—and the learner—through the user experience and how content dis

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LMS AI Chatbot is an innovative feature that is changing the way learners study

Paradiso

The reason behind using technology for educational work is to facilitate the processes, making them simpler, always thinking of the user. Among the tools that have been created to increase the quality of the eLearning experience, the latest innovation is LMS AI Chatbot. LMS AI Chatbot arises from the necessity to have a partner that is constant within the training process that takes place in the LMS platform.

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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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Build An Air-tight Business Case For A Learning Platform

Docebo

Get internal buy-in from your key decision makers with an air-tight business case. As a learning and development (L&D) professional, the benefits of a Learning Platform or a Learning Management System (LMS) are obvious to you. To carry out your tasks efficiently and align learning to wider business objectives, you understand how learning technology increases productivity and makes your learners’ experience with your L&D programs better.

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Making the most of limited training time

Wisetail

Retail training boosts sales, but two-thirds of retail workers get less than 10 hours of training each year. Check out ways you can make the most of their limited training time. The post Making the most of limited training time appeared first on Wisetail LMS.

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Why Interactive eLearning Experiences are the Future of Education

Lambda Solutions

It's no secret that as far as corporate training is concerned, eLearning represents the future of education. Through the use of eLearning experiences, educators can create invaluable seminars for learners - that is, if they make their eLearning courses interactive. In this article, we'll go over exactly why interactivity is a crucial element of a successful eLearning experience, as well as how you can make your eLearning experiences more interactive.

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The best option for virtual training is to get an LMS for online courses

Paradiso

The best way to increase your skills as a student or employee is by learning new approaches or skills through an LMS for online courses. This platform is specially designed to increase the learning experience that is carried out in a virtual way within the LMS platform. An LMS for online courses has all the necessary characteristics to not only replace the traditional classroom but also enhance the user’s experience through tools such as gamification , high interactivity with content or ev

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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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6 Must-Use Video-Based Learning Strategies In 2019

eLearning Industry

While the usage of videos in eLearning is not a new concept, the wider adoption of mobile learning and microlearning has accelerated its use for learning. In this article, I outline 6 video-based learning strategies that you must adopt in 2019. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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How to Offer CPE & Compliance Training Online

learnWorlds

Online courses offer the most economical and accessible option of learning. The ability to offer CPE/CPD courses online is a positive change leading to the evolution of a company’s elearning capacity. This gives a whole new identity to the profile of every online instructor who wants to provide their students with that bit of extra reward and professional accreditation that aims to complement their career.

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Self-Paced Learning Strategies for eLearning Success

Lambda Solutions

Self-paced learning is a powerful learning model that enables students to optimize learning for their own needs. By handing the scheduling of curricula and lesson activities over to students, educators uncover potential learning opportunities previously obscured by rigid timetables and schedules. But in a busy world, students can often feel pressures on their time and commitment.

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eLBX Online Day 18 – Mobile Development in Captivate

eLearning Brothers

Adobe Captivate allows developers to create mobile learning courses for a multi-device world. eLearning Brothers developer Andrew Vass joined us today to demonstrate developing mobile learning in Captivate. Andrew talked about: Responsive development using Fluid Boxes. Responsive development using Breakpoints. Pros and cons of responsive and breakpoint projects.

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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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How To Leverage VR Training To Create Better Onboarding Experiences

eLearning Industry

VR training is quickly becoming a powerful tool that can be utilized to improve employee onboarding experiences. In this article, I share 6 tips on how to leverage this technology in your onboarding strategy in addition to discussing the benefits gained by your company. Read now to learn more. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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Why Do You Need to Use More Gamification in Your Training Programs?

Clarity Consultants

Gamification has been making waves in the learning and development field for years. By gamifying your training, you can increase employee engagement, making participating as fun as it is functional. Gamification is a learning approach that features elements similar to entertainment gaming, particularly video games. It can create a more effective and engaging learning and development program by embracing ideas.

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The Top 12 eLearning Authoring Tools (2019 Update)

LearnUpon

Great eLearning starts with getting the basics right. That means investing in the best tools for your business. First, a powerful learning management system (LMS) needs to be checked off your list. Then, if you’re using SCORM or xAPI course content , a first-class authoring tool is a must. Whether you’re new to the world of authoring tools or in the market looking to upgrade, we’ve collated a list of some of the best tools out there.