Articles

Corporate eLearning

April 27, 2016

4 Key Components For Developing Online Training Standards

Are you looking for a way to make your online training program more uniform and ensure that every department adheres to the same guidelines? Developing a set of online training standards may be the best approach, and this article will highlight 4 key components that you should consider.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Software

April 27, 2016

Why Software Licensing Must Consider The Needs Of The End User

As the traditional software application market migrates from the desktop to the enterprise and mobile, end user license management becomes a must-have design issue for software development servicing the eLearning community. For more than twenty-five years, I have had the pleasure of working with commercial software development teams. My first real lesson came when I joined Software Publishing Corporation as VP of development where end user awareness was more important than features. And then there was the effort involved with consumer-based software authentication in the form of end user licensing. I was surprised how much time we spent in internal warfare discussing how best to enforce user access with product management, financial, and legal effort. I’ve learned some dos and don’ts about software licensing that I’d like to share. Warning: This is going to sound a little preachy.

by Ken Whitaker

eLearning Market

April 27, 2016

How To Book The Right Spanish Voiceover Talent For Your eLearning Project

Those who know me at a professional level know that I am a strong advocate of my first language: Spanish. This is a feeling that has grown stronger over time, especially from the moment I decided to reside in the United States. As a professional Spanish voiceover artist –and a curious human being–, I became aware that in this profession I was surrounded by talents who, although Spanish speaking, were not 100% native or who didn't have a complete understanding of the grammatical rules and nuances of the language. Here is how to overcome this issue and book the right Spanish voiceover for your eLearning project.

by Simone Fojgiel

eLearning Trends

April 27, 2016

Key Mobile Learning Trends For 2016

The use of handheld devices is rocketing and so is the power of internet connectivity. These two trends have a pronounced impact on mobile learning leading to a spectrum of mLearning trends. Take a peek at the top mobile learning trends to watch this year. ​

by Suresh Kochattil

eLearning Trends

April 27, 2016

Technology In The eLearning Space: 4 Evolving eLearning Trends

In the 21st century, information is available everywhere; constantly evolving and adapting to the changes in this digital-driven world. With the introduction of technology into all aspects of life, including learning, the best way to access the most current information is eLearning. eLearning is the easiest way to communicate information, old and new, to large groups of people. Here are 4 of the most popular eLearning trends for this year.

by Vikas Rana

eLearning Career

April 26, 2016

eBook: The Online Training Provider Playbook

Are you leaving money on the table? With more and more training providers entering the competitive online training market, it’s becoming harder to sell online training. Instead of sticking to old methods, learn how to stand out from the crowd -and drive more revenue- by applying the ideas and strategies outlined in a brand new, completely eBook. Here is why the Online Training Provider Playbook is what you need to improve your online training and sell (much) more online training courses.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Project Management

April 26, 2016

Voice Actor + eLearning Developer: 5 Communication Tips For A Successful Relationship

You’ve poured hours of hard work into developing your eLearning content. You already understand the value of using a professional voice to deliver your eLearning content. You’ve chosen the voice actor. Now what? Should you just send the voice actor a script and expect that everything will work out to your liking? Yes… if you’re feeling lucky. But instead of leaving things to chance, you may want to take an active stance now to put yourself in the best possible position for success.

by Cecil Archbold Jr.

Learning Management Systems

April 26, 2016

Security And The LMS: Your Various Options With eFrontPro

If one thing needs to reliably work, it's the brakes on your car. Security is the number one priority in the online world as well, and eFrontPro takes it very seriously. Hop in and find out what security and the LMS is all about and what eFrontPro does to keep you super safe.

by John Laskaris

Instructor-Led Training

April 26, 2016

5 Ways To Maximize Instructor-Led Training

In the wave of technology, you might think that Instructor-Led Training (ILT) has had its day. However, instructor-led training still has a place in many training programs and, in some cases, can provide a more effective means of presenting new or complex information than eLearning.

by Ruby Spencer, CTDP

eLearning Design and Development

April 25, 2016

Developing eLearning Characters: A Quick Guide For eLearning Professionals

Are you looking for ways to connect with your learners on a more personal level? This article explores the benefits of using characters in eLearning, and highlights eLearning character types and some of the top tips that can help you create more dynamic and emotionally-centered eLearning courses.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Companies

April 25, 2016

Is Outsourcing eLearning Content Development Right For You?

If you are reading this article, you are probably evaluating outsourcing of eLearning content development or are looking at alternatives for your existing outsourcing approach. There are several compelling business reasons to outsource and there are certainly plenty of possible partners you can engage with. However, the evaluation and selection of the right partner is a tough job. Tougher still is to make the partnership work effectively and consistently once you sign up. So, how do you determine if outsourcing eLearning content development is right for you?

by Asha Pandey

eLearning Authoring Tools

April 25, 2016

What Are The Benefits Of A 3D Simulation Software? Featuring 5 Killer Examples

“I do not need a 3D simulation software”. We tend to hear that from our leads at the beginning of our relationship. The funny thing is that they quickly change their mind when they realize the huge potential of this kind of tool in their everyday life. In this article, we will share with you the main benefits of 3D simulation software, through 5 practical examples.

by Yann Teyssier