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Instructional Design

January 8, 2016

5 Key Skills You Need For Your First Instructional Design Project

In this article I’ll tell you how to side-step the fluff that’s included in most Instructional Design courses, so you can focus on things that you really need to know in order to master an Instructional Design project.

by Huzefa Johar

Mobile Learning

January 8, 2016

Modern Learners Want The Convenience And Flexibility Of Mobile Learning

The modern learner is no longer chained to her office desk. She is on-the-go, working remotely, and using her own device to carry out day-to-day work. In this article, I’ll show you why and how Johnson & Johnson Vision Care is using mobile learning to meet their audience's needs and wants.

by Li Whybrow

eLearning Benefits

January 7, 2016

The Top 8 Benefits Of Using Learning Management Systems

If you are new to the realm of eLearning or are making the switch to online training, then you’ve probably heard quite a bit about Learning Management Systems recently. This is primarily due to the fact that it is one of the quintessential tools of eLearning, upon which all online courses and training modules are built. But what are the real benefits of using a LMS? In this article, I’ll explore the many advantages of using a Learning Management System to design and deploy eLearning experiences.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Design and Development

January 7, 2016

Learning Design: Is Form, Fit, Function (FFF) Applicable In The eLearning Industry?

Can learning be “engineered”? What if we were to use best practices from other domains to improve our learning design? Here’s how a basic concept from the manufacturing industry can be adapted to the eLearning industry.

by Amit Sarkar

Corporate eLearning

January 7, 2016

Mindfulness And eLearning: New Age Ideas In A Digital Age Of Teaching

My team was asked to design a suite of eLearning for a 30-day program teaching learners the value of mindful practice, as well as techniques and strategies to achieve and maintain mindfulness. While demand for self-care is coming, it’s only a matter of time before teaching mindfulness is an industry standard. Here are some things I learned about teaching new age ideas in a digital environment.

by Rob Sanderson

Corporate eLearning

January 6, 2016

7 Tips For Developing Effective Leadership Online Training Programs

Want to know what it takes to transform managers and supervisors into effective corporate leaders? In this article, I’ll share 7 tips for developing leadership online training programs that offer your corporate learners the skills, knowledge, and tools they need to take charge in your organization.

by Christopher Pappas

Mobile Learning

January 6, 2016

4 Best eLearning Mobile Apps For Your Employees

The challenge for human resources officers to provide upgraded training materials to a workforce that can be scattered across many states and countries is tough, especially when budgets are limited. By using eLearning mobile apps that allow employees to learn on their terms and their location choices, you can take down impediments to ensuring each employee has the same access to learning materials, regardless of where they work and what shift they are on.

by Roz Bahrami

eLearning Companies

January 6, 2016

Intellipaat: Defining A Way For Professional Learning

Did you ever ponder learning things without attending physical classes? The concept of eLearning secures a goal in the present time. Several startups have revolutionized the way knowledge and skills were taught to students, professionals, and experts. Let us have a look at a new, impressive eLearning provider; Intellipaat.

by Vaishnavi Agrawal

eLearning Design and Development

January 5, 2016

The Use Of Music In eLearning: 4 Tips For eLearning Professionals

Music has the power to move us, but does it really improve the immersion of your eLearning course or just distracts your audience? In this article, I'll discuss the benefits of music in eLearning course design and I’ll share 4 tips for using auditory works of art in your next eLearning experience.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Design and Development

January 5, 2016

Online Training Providers: Here Are 3 Simple Ways To Create Online Training Faster

Are you looking for new ways to create online training faster? Concerned that your processes and systems are holding back efficiency? In this article, we’ll take a look at how some simple changes to your processes and systems can help you create online training faster.

by Li Whybrow

Corporate eLearning

January 5, 2016

Why You Need To Invest In Leadership Training

Organizations that invest in leadership training can retain employees and reduce costly recruitment expenses. Quality leadership is a combination of the right qualities and the right training.

by Ashley Casey

Instructional Design

January 4, 2016

5 Tips For Using Connectivism In eLearning

Siemens’ Connectivism Learning Theory suggests that online peer networks, such as social media sites and online forums, play a vital role in eLearning experiences. They allow learners to learn from social interaction and collaboration, and by benefiting from the personal experience and diverse opinions of their peers. In this article, I’ll offer 5 tips on how to use connectivism in your next eLearning course.

by Christopher Pappas