Articles

Learning Management Systems

November 14, 2016

REST Assured With TalentLMS: The Ins And Outs Of The TalentLMS' REST API

It’d be nice to have a complete solution for all your company’s functions, but this isn't possible with one piece of software. Actually, not only do you need a couple platforms - you also need them to talk to each other. Enter REST API, the engine that drives TalentLMS' infinite integration options

by Nikos Andriotis

Corporate eLearning

November 14, 2016

When To Save Or Spend On System Simulation Training

In this article, PulseLearning explores when to spend on system simulation training and when it might be best to invest your training dollars elsewhere.

by Ruby Spencer, CTDP

Instructional Design

November 14, 2016

Instructional Design And Learning Styles

Though there may be skeptics who do not believe in different learning styles, it pays for training designers to apply multiple modalities of learning based on the learning content. Let us talk about Instructional Design and learning styles.

by Ayesha Habeeb Omer, Ph.D

eLearning Design and Development

November 13, 2016

5 Instances To Consider Offering Test-Out eLearning Assessments

Is every online learner going to benefit from your eLearning course? Or are there some who already know the topic inside and out? In this article, I'll highlight 5 instances when you may need to include test-out eLearning assessments. I will also give you 2 extra tips on how to integrate test-out eLearning assessments into your eLearning course design.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Event Marketing

November 13, 2016

7 Convincing Reasons Why You Should Promote eLearning Events

Is promoting your eLearning event really worth the time and investment? Are online marketing techniques truly effective? In this article, I'll highlight the top 7 benefits of promoting eLearning events.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Design and Development

November 13, 2016

How To Motivate Students Online: What Works And What Doesn’t

How can we get each of our students to take their transformation or education into their own hands? Here is how to motivate students online and get them fired up about the subject matter.

by Daphne Stanford

Mobile Learning

November 13, 2016

5 Ways Mobile Devices Make Classroom Training More Effective

We have got so used to mobile devices being a part of our lives, leveraging their power in classroom training can serve to be highly advantageous. This article highlights 5 simple yet powerful ways in which mobile devices can make your existing classroom training more effective.

by Bhaswati Bhattacharyya

eLearning Design and Development

November 12, 2016

11 Inspirational Quotes That Can Help You Achieve eLearning Success

Do you need a spark of inspiration to get through a difficult eLearning project? Are you looking for a motivational boost? In this article, I'll share 11 inspirational quotes from notable leaders, authors, and eLearning professionals to help you achieve eLearning success. 

by Christopher Pappas

Corporate eLearning

November 12, 2016

3 Ways To Improve Your Sales Staff Performance With eLearning

Continued education and training for personnel are important in the success of a business, and that has never been more important than today since technology is growing at such accelerated rates. Here are a few ways in which eLearning can help you improve your sales staff performance.

by Scott Cooper

Instructional Design

November 12, 2016

An Outline For Creating An Instructional Design Document

In order to build anything, we need a “blueprint” – a document that acts as a framework for the project; the same applies to eLearning. Before we start developing an eLearning course, we need to create a blueprint and that is called Instructional Design Document.

by Ayesha Habeeb Omer, Ph.D

Educational Technology

November 12, 2016

How Online Sports Training Created A World Champion

Have you ever wanted to succeed in a sport but didn’t think it was possible because you lack the time, budget, or couldn’t find a coach nearby. Here’s an inspiring story that may change your mind, where online sports training with YouTube made a world champion.

by Melvin Wong

Learning Psychology

November 11, 2016

Information Processing Basics: How The Brain Processes Information

The brain is often likened to a processor. A complex computing machine that takes raw data and turns it into thoughts, memories, and cognitions. However, it has its limits, and Instructional Designers must know the boundaries before they can create meaningful eLearning courses. In this article, I'll explore how the brain works, from its basic biological and memory functions to its ability to process information. I'll also share 3 tips to help you create an eLearning course design that facilitates knowledge absorption and assimilation.

by Christopher Pappas