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eLearning Project Management

August 31, 2015

Are Subject Matter Experts Slowing Down Your eLearning Production Process?

Are you having trouble developing your eLearning quickly? Have you found that the bottleneck involves your Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)? Here are some ideas to help speed up projects by involving Subject Matter Experts throughout the entire eLearning development process.

by Li Whybrow

Custom eLearning

August 30, 2015

Custom Mobile Learning Solutions: 5 Common Misconceptions

The popularity of mobile learning or mLearning continues to grow. Interestingly, integration of mobile devices into corporate learning strategies has been triggered largely by learners who want the flexibility of device they want to learn on. As a result, many corporates worldwide now have Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies in place and have embraced custom mobile learning or mLearning solutions in the last 2-3 years. Yet there are several misconceptions around the effectiveness of custom mobile learning or mLearning solutions. In this article I will outline five of the common misconceptions on custom mobile learning solutions. More specifically, I will share some pointers on how you can address some of these challenges and create an effective custom mobile learning solution that will work for you.

by Asha Pandey

Learning Management Systems

August 30, 2015

Why Adobe Captivate Prime Announcement Is Exciting AND Disappointing

Last week, Adobe announced that it was coming out with its own Learning Management System (LMS), Adobe Captivate Prime. In this article I will share both what I find exciting and what I find disappointing about this Learning Management System.

by Beth Wisch

eLearning Articles

August 29, 2015

The Top 10 TED Talks For eLearning Professionals

Exploring a learning topic from a whole new perspective is a rare opportunity. Fortunately, TED talks offer the chance to dive into the minds of other educators, subject matter experts, and eLearning professionals. In this article, I'll introduce 10 talks that are definitely worth a watch.

by Christopher Pappas

Corporate eLearning

August 29, 2015

The Problem With Modular Learning And 3 Easy Ways To Fix It

While advantageous in theory, self-paced learning modules, or modular learning, can actually hinder your organization’s learning and performance if not executed effectively. This article provides 3 ways to fix the problem with learning modules and create reusable, multipurpose lessons that will provide more bang for your buck.

by Nicholas Crowe

Game-Based Learning

August 28, 2015

23 Effective Uses Of Gamification In Learning: Part 1

Promoting interactivity and increasing learners’ engagement, desire for achievement, and motivation are the goals of any eLearning professional. You can have all that by gamifying your eLearning course material. In this article, I'll share 23 powerful uses of gamification in Learning to show you how gamification cannot only enhance the learning experience, but also make it refreshingly colorful and appealing. This article will be presented in 2 parts.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Authoring Tools

August 28, 2015

Adobe Flash Fading Away: How It Is Going To Impact The eLearning Industry

Many people in the eLearning industry have been concerned with the latest developments in the Adobe Flash area, because Flash has been for too long the most popular choice of eLearning course developers. But it's not all doom and gloom. Read why.

by Anand Timothy

eLearning Solutions

August 28, 2015

eLearning In The Cloud And Slow Internet: Who’S To Blame?

Slow internet! We’ve all had experiences where eLearning websites (and other websites) slow down to a snail’s pace or grind to a halt; but is it always your eLearning supplier's fault? What can you check for yourself? And how can getting into your car help you understand?

by Darren Humber

eLearning Design and Development

August 27, 2015

5 Things You Can Learn From Taylor Swift About eLearning

Taylor Swift is taking over the world. That’s my prediction anyway. Her accomplishments go far beyond just music, although her many awards there -including 7 Grammy Awards, 22 Billboard Music Awards, and 8 Academy of Country Music awards- reveal her talent. In 2015 she was the youngest woman ever to be included on Forbes’ 100 Most Powerful Women list. Here are a few things you can learn from her and apply them to your eLearning development.

by Stephanie Ivec

Corporate eLearning

August 27, 2015

Use Self-Paced Learning To Enhance The Learning Experience Of Employees, Customers And Channel Partners

When it comes to deciding a mode of training, organizations often find it confusing to choose between self-paced learning and classroom/virtual training. There are various myths around the effectiveness of self-paced learning. However, in reality, self-paced learning can significantly enhance the learning experience. Let’s look at some of the advantages of self-paced learning.

by Anand Timothy

eLearning Articles

August 27, 2015

Physical Activity And eLearning Development: What eLearning Professionals Need To Know

What running shoes have to do with eLearning development? This article discusses the connection between physical activity and eLearning development and the importance of taking breaks while working on an eLearning project (or any other related computer task for that matter). Read how to keep your physical and mental health while avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome).

by Rambo Levin

Learning Management Systems

August 26, 2015

The Insider's Guide To Learning Management Systems' Pricing Models

A Learning Management System is an invaluable tool of the eLearning trade. It organizes, stores, and delivers your eLearning course materials, and that's just the tip of the Instructional Design iceberg; which is why choosing an LMS that offers the right features at the right price is essential. In this article, I will discuss Learning Management Systems’ pricing models to help you determine which solution is a good match for you and your budget.

by Christopher Pappas