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Instructional Design

June 22, 2016

How To Write Soft Skills Learning Objectives

What are the best practices for writing soft skills learning objectives? In this article I will explain how to write sound objectives for sometimes slippery content.

by Clare Dygert

Instructional Design

June 22, 2016

5 Tips To Use The Triarchic Theory In Online Training

Acquiring and assimilating new information involves a multitude of firing synapses, mental schema, and memory banks. In other words, it’s more complicated than it looks. In this article, I’ll explain the 3 components of the Triarchic Theory, as well as 5 tips on how to use its principles in online training in order to boost knowledge retention and draw upon the experience of your corporate learners.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Design and Development

June 22, 2016

6 Trends For Creating Iconic eLearning

Rapid eLearning design is back in fashion. Once the poor relation of mass produced eLearning, organizations are increasingly turning to leading edge responsive authoring tools to create stylish content, fast and effectively. This article highlights 6 trends to help you develop iconic eLearning.

by Wesley Atkinson

Virtual Classroom

June 22, 2016

4 Ways To Personalize Instruction In Pre-Designed Online Courses

This article explores strategies for using the tools available in most Learning Managements Systems to personalize instruction by increasing instructor presence in the online classroom.

by Adam Shaw

eLearning For Kids

June 22, 2016

eLearning For Kids: 5 Ways eLearning Is Positively Affecting Children Worldwide

From improving basic education in regions of Africa to providing much-needed education to Syrian refugee children in Lebanon, this article shows how eLearning for kids can positively impact children’s lives around the world.

by Maricel Rivera

Microlearning

June 21, 2016

eBook Release: A Bite-Sized Guide To Microlearning

What makes for successful microlearning? In the eBook A Bite-Sized Guide To Microlearning, Ellen Burns-Johnson provides insights into this essential issue gleaned from experience working with varied companies and organizations.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Authoring Tools

June 21, 2016

Creating A Simple Animated Title Page For Adobe Captivate 9 Courses

Title or splash screens give the first impression of the course to the learners. In this article, learn how to create an animated title page for your eLearning course using effects in Adobe Captivate 9.

by Dr. Pooja Jaisingh

Corporate eLearning

June 21, 2016

Why You Need To Use Your Learning Management System For Onboarding

Statistics show that a successful onboarding program is critical for company success. However, one third of companies do not have an official onboarding process. Here is how to use your Learning Management System for onboarding and why you need to download the Docebo report "Onboarding at the Speed of Growth" for actionable tips to build an employee onboarding strategy that scales.

by Kelsey Cochran

eLearning Authoring Tools

June 21, 2016 | Sponsored

Modern Learning: 6 Reasons Why Learning Has Changed Forever

We are learning in different ways than previous generations. Instead of relying on face-to-face training and books for information, we are turning to new information sources and mediums. Let's look at some facts and stats you need to know about modern learning environments.

by Steve Penfold

eLearning Authoring Tools

June 21, 2016

6 Ways To Create Meaningful And Engaging eLearning Games: The ITyStudio Case

From a technical and pedagogical point of view, creating engaging eLearning games can be complicated. You will find in this article your blueprint to successful eLearning games, as well as an easy-to-use and affordable authoring tool to reach your goals.

by Yann Teyssier

Educational Technology

June 20, 2016

4 Simple Steps To Launch Your eLearning YouTube Channel

Are you ready to have a seat in the director's chair and launch your own eLearning YouTube Channel? Check this article to discover the 3 key benefits of creating an eLearning YouTube channel and 4 simple steps to follow in order to get started on this adventure.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Design and Development

June 20, 2016

Explore And Compare eLearning Interaction Building Tools

Explore the eLearning Interaction Building Tools Comparison sheet that enables Instructional Designers, content creators, and Subject Matter Experts to present their content interactively. This sheet lists various features that an interaction building tool should have and the support of various tools for those features.

by Poonam Jaypuriya