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Learning Management Systems

April 17, 2015

4 Steps To Workplace Zen With SharePoint

Utilizing business software, like SharePoint, to its fullest extent is the first step in creating a Zen-like workspace. At this article you will find ways to use SharePoint in order to streamline learning processes for optimal efficiency.

by Amber Johnson

eLearning Market

April 17, 2015

Quick Guide To Becoming An eLearning Pro

There are numerous online degree courses as well as MOOCs that can guide you on the best possible ways to acquire expertise in the e-learning arena. At this article you will find a quick summary of some of the proven techniques that can help you become an e-learning pro!

by Sandip Kar

Mobile Learning

April 16, 2015

6 Tips To Use Mobile Performance Support To Enhance Customer Service

It is true that your sales team is out on the front lines every day trying to increase your company's revenue. As such, giving them the training and support they need is essential. However, there is another department working behind the scenes that needs just as much performance support as their counterparts: customer service. In this article I'll offer 6 tips for creating a mobile performance support plan for your customer service staff.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Challenges

April 16, 2015

What Is Guerilla eLearning And What Can You Do About It

There are numerous “Guerilla” eLearning opportunities being offered online. This article defines Guerilla eLearning and outlines what you can do about it as a professional eLearning instructional designer.

by Beth Wisch

eLearning Software

April 16, 2015

Lectora Tips From Around the Web

Need some inspiration for your newest e-Learning course? Our list of Lectora tips from around the web will save you time and give you plenty of new ideas.

by Christie Wroten

Asynchronous Learning

April 15, 2015

6 Tips For Creating Engaging Asynchronous Online Training Courses

One of the pitfalls of asynchronous online training is that employees may not find the motivation or interactivity they need to become fully engaged in the online training process. There are, however, a number of ways that you can receive all of the benefits of asynchronous online training without having to deal with any of the common drawbacks. In this article, I’ll show you how to create engaging asynchronous online training courses.

by Christopher Pappas

Simulation and Scenario-Based Learning

April 15, 2015

Checklist For Creating Branching eLearning Scenarios

Need some help getting started designing branching elearning scenarios? Make sure you’ve covered all the bases by following our simple 5 point checklist for producing high quality branching elearning scenarios.

by Li Whybrow

eLearning Design and Development

April 14, 2015

The Top 6 eLearning Course Navigation Styles

When designing your eLearning course, effective navigation is essential. In this article I will highlight the 6 most effective eLearning course navigation styles, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each one, in order for you to decide which best suits your learners' needs.

by Christopher Pappas

Corporate eLearning

April 14, 2015

How Minutes A Day Can Reinvigorate Your Workforce

We know you’ve seen it. Your employees sit in a day-long training session watching presenter after presenter. They fight drowsiness, boredom and distractions as they listen to more and more information that sucks the life out of any brainpower they have left. And all they can think about is their growing to-do list that is only getting longer by the minute.

by Carol Leaman

Social And Emotional Learning (SEL)

April 14, 2015

Social Network Sites: Facebook For Education?

Social network sites, also referred to as social media sites, such as Facebook, Ning, and SuperClubsPLUS, attract young people today. Because of the familiarity with secondary students, ease of use, and ease of access, social network sites could be incorporated seamlessly into the online learning environment (OLE). By doing so, they would extend learning to a dynamic, changing, and shared experience beyond the boundaries of the classroom. They would actively engage students, as many already monitor their own online presence for new activity or comments often.

by Leia Dolphy

eLearning Design and Development

April 13, 2015

The Art Of Persuasive Learning: 7 Tips For eLearning Professionals

Persuasive learning can be a powerful tool. It can draw in distracted learners and create an emotional connection with your audience. However, there’s a fine line between eLearning courses that persuade learners to interact with the subject matter and become active participants and those that coerce them into completing the module. In this article, I’ll share some tips to help you use the art of persuasion when designing your next eLearning course.

by Christopher Pappas

Learning Management Systems

April 13, 2015

Trends In LMS Content: How Are We Creating Content For The Modern LMS?

Though most organizations swear by the utility of an enterprise wide LMS, there are a lot of factors that come into play when assessing how well the LMS is successful across the intended group of learners. One of the major factors affecting LMS success is an obvious one – the Content. Learning and development managers realize this and are now making a concerted effort to provide relevant and varied content on the LMS, in a bid to increase its impact and align it to the needs of the learners. A blend of both in-house content and third party content works best to provide relevant learning material on the LMS.

by Heena Nanda