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eLearning Authoring Tools

June 1, 2016

Training Simulations: 6 Truths You Need To Know

While new serious game authoring tools and technologies are starting to emerge, people tend to get overwhelmed by information. In this article, we are going to share with you 6 truths about training simulations, and explain to you why we recommend using it in online training.

by Yann Teyssier

Corporate eLearning

June 1, 2016

6 Tips To Use Programmed Learning In Online Training

Are you designing a self-paced online training course that offers immediate feedback and positive reinforcement? If so, Programmed Learning may be the ideal approach. In this article, I'll highlight 6 tips that you can use Programmed Learning to create an effective online training program.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Trends

June 1, 2016

9 Things That Will Shape The Future Of Education: What Learning Will Look Like In 20 Years?

Students will be learning outside, armed with different devices, listening to a teacher of choice. Skills will not be assessed on paper but based on their performance in the field. What on earth are we talking about? Welcome to the future of education.

by Christiaan Henny

eLearning Challenges

June 1, 2016

God's Letter To The Struggling Online Student

This is the letter from God to students enrolled in online courses. It discusses the unique problems online students face and offers them words of solace and encouragement. With faith, patience, and perseverance, a struggling online student can use the new opportunities they have to make their future better.

by Aditya Singhal

eLearning Market

May 31, 2016

Create The Perfect eLearning Portfolio Based On 5 Psychology Principles

Creating an amazing eLearning portfolio is one of the most effective ways to build your online presence. In this article, I'll share 5 psychology principles to help you create an attention-grabbing eLearning portfolio.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Market

May 31, 2016

3 Tips For Selecting The Right LMS Vendor

All companies know that selecting the right Learning Management System (LMS) matters. But so does selecting the right Learning Management System vendor. If the worst happens, you may be left scrambling for a replacement when the vendor goes out of business. These tips will help you to select an LMS vendor who can support the success of your training programs.

by Brendan Noud

Game-Based Learning

May 31, 2016

3 Onboarding Gamification Elements To Consider For Boosting Engagement During Sales Training

Finding new ways to engage employees during training is no easy feat. What's even more challenging is executing engagement strategies for new employees who are nervous, yet eager to please. Here are 3 onboarding gamification elements that can ease tension and encourage a fun environment during sales training.

by Blake Beus

eLearning Solutions

May 31, 2016

4 Benefits Of Managed Learning Services: Outsourcing For Training Success

Managed Learning Services enable organizations to focus on its core activities without having to concern itself with the burdens of trying to develop a long-term training schedule or tracking down appropriate activities for different training courses.

by Ganesh Sethi

Corporate eLearning

May 30, 2016

4 Ways Learning And Development Can Improve Workplace Learning

The premise of the article is that with the death of the predictable world, the old ways of workplace learning and training must give way to a continuous conversation- and collaboration-driven learning for organizations and individuals to remain relevant. Learning and Development has to be the facilitator of this shift.

by Sahana Chattopadhyay

Corporate eLearning

May 30, 2016

The Shock Factor: 6 Reasons To Surprise Corporate Learners In Online Training

Shock is often given a negative connotation, but being caught off guard might actually be a good thing when it comes to cognitive processes. In this article, I'll share the 6 top reasons to use the element of surprise in your online training course in order to make it even more effective.

by Christopher Pappas

Learning Management Systems

May 30, 2016

It's All About The Users: User Management In eFrontPro, Part 2

In the last article of this series, we described the basics of user management in eFrontPro, but there's much more to know about how easy it makes life for administrators, whether they have a few employees enrolled or thousands of learners to handle.

by John Laskaris

eLearning Design and Development

May 30, 2016

What Type Of eLearning Content Should You Create?

Learners crave quick lessons that inform and educate. However, not all content achieves these objectives. So, how to decide which type of eLearning content you need to create?

by Steve Penfold