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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

Mobile Learning

April 25, 2016

Mobile Learning Technologies On The Rise, But Is Learning And Development Ready?

According to the 2015 CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personal Development) annual report, three out of four organizations are now using learning technologies. Especially mobile learning technologies are becoming increasingly prevalent inside most organizations.

by Steve Penfold

eLearning Market

April 24, 2016

6 Tips For Pricing eLearning Services: A Practical Guide For eLearning Professionals

Pricing your own eLearning services can be one of the most challenging aspects of becoming an eLearning contractor, freelancer, or vendor. Too high and you cut yourself out of the eLearning market, too low and you won't cover all of your costs. In this article, I'll share 6 tips that can help you price your eLearning services to sell, so that you can remain competitive in the eLearning Industry.

by Christopher Pappas

Instructional Design

April 24, 2016

How Elaboration Likelihood Model Can Inform Instructional Design

Here is how the Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM) can be applied to Instructional Design.

by Adam Gavarkovs

Corporate eLearning

April 24, 2016

5 Tips To Induce A Learning Organization

Corporate training is not for individuals any longer: The entire organization learns and qualifies with in-company training. Team managers create courses to distribute throughout the company. Here are 5 tips for an effective knowledge exchange in a learning organization.

by Annika Willers

eLearning Market

April 24, 2016

Crowdfunding In Education

Crowdfunding for educational projects can be a realistic way to obtain funds.

by Leticia Lafuente López

eLearning Project Management

April 23, 2016

6 Tips To Conduct A Successful eLearning Brainstorming Session

You never know what brilliant ideas are going to pop up during an eLearning brainstorming session, which is why they are such an integral part of the eLearning Project's kickoff meeting. In this article, I'll share 6 tips for conducting a successful brainstorming session with your eLearning team.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Project Management

April 23, 2016

5 Steps To Win Subject Matter Experts’ Hearts

Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are experts in their fields. Their minds are fully covered with the content and experiences that make your learners’ job easier. They have invested a lot of time in the same area and, therefore, their involvement in your eLearning course development is important. But it’s not easy; Subject Matter Experts usually give you a hard time before you get what you are looking for. In this article, you will learn how good communication skills can help you fulfill your expectations.

by Mohammad Hassam

Mobile Learning

April 23, 2016

5 Ways To Use Mobile Technology For Exam Prep

While some individuals may have a great deal of confidence in their ability to pass an examination with minimal study, most people want to prepare as best they can for an upcoming exam. For decades, the standard approach to exam prep was taking a classroom-based course or buying a book of sample exams. Eventually, computer-based preparation became the standard and paved the way for mobile learning options, which are very popular today.

by Peter Murphy

eLearning Trends

April 23, 2016

The Future Of Artificial Intelligence In eLearning Systems

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is about designing intelligent software that can analyze its environment and make intelligent choices. Here are some thoughts on the future of Artificial Intelligence in eLearning.

by Sarah Smith

Corporate eLearning

April 22, 2016

5 Ways To Test Online Training On A Tight Budget

Your online training program needs to run smoothly right from the start, but how can you ensure that it will achieve the desired results BEFORE deployment? There's only one way to find out, and that's by putting it through the pre-launch paces. In this article, I'll share 5 techniques that you can use to test your online training course, even if your organization is on a tight budget.

by Christopher Pappas