Articles

Educational Technology

December 11, 2013

The 5 Best Free Digital Magazine Creation Tools for Teachers

Challenging your students to create something of their own is an exciting and empowering process for both you and your students. The problem is that it’s often difficult to make the decision as to what exactly your students should create. Look no further; digital magazine creation is an endeavor that will both challenge and engage your students, no matter what they’re interested in! Here we have compiled the 5 Best Free Digital Magazine Creation Tools for Teachers, so use these tools to get your students thinking outside the box!

by Christopher Pappas

Corporate eLearning

December 10, 2013

Can Apprenticeships Help U.S. Employers Close Their Skills Gaps?

Despite the need for more skilled employees, the number of apprenticeships in the U.S. has been declining. Evidence on the effectiveness and return on investment of apprenticeships is strong.There appears to be a real opportunity for apprenticeships in the U.S. Is Your Organization Ready To Leverage An Apprenticeship Model? Check the following article to find more.

by Steve Lowenthal

eLearning Market

December 10, 2013

eLearning Startups: 7 Ultimate Tips For Flying Solo (2018 Update)

eLearning offers multiple benefits to corporate learners and anyone who wants to broaden their skills, so it’s an easy sell. But if you don’t have brand backing, how do you build and market your eLearning products and services?

by Christopher Pappas

Instructional Design

December 9, 2013

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Classical Conditioning

1903 - Ivan Pavlov discovers Classical Conditioning Theory, while conducting research on the digestive system of dogs. Later classical conditioning theory was applied to humans by John B. Watson. Check the Instructional Design Models and Theories: Classical Conditioning article and presentation to find more.

by Christopher Pappas

Online Courses (MOOC)

December 9, 2013

MOOCs and Consequences

For many years now, I have been in regular contact with universities all around the world, and I find most of them ill prepared for the digital future. Indeed, they do not even seem to have thought about its most obvious implications. 

by Erwin Haeberle

eLearning Solutions

December 8, 2013

How To Handle Broken Links In Online Courses

The availability of excellent, free web-based resources has led millions of instructors to incorporate online content into their online courses. The problem is that these resources are not permanently available. Copyright violations and repository changes often lead to video and other resources links getting broken. What are instructors, faculty and trainers to do?

by Martha Gold

Learning Management Systems

December 8, 2013

Why Joomla Is Perfect For eLearning?

Which CMS (Content Management System) is the best choice for eLearning? I recommend Joomla. Why? Read the article below.

by Ilona Hetsevich

eLearning Trends

December 6, 2013

Future eLearning Trends And Technologies In The Global eLearning Industry

The following article was created for my virtual presentation “Global Trends in the eLearning Industry” at the International Congress on eLearning 2013 organized by the Philippine eLearning Society.

by Christopher Pappas

Online Courses (MOOC)

December 6, 2013

MOOCs: Fact or Fiction

MOOCs have been likened to Monsters many a times. But has educational technology been able to successfully tame them? There is an anticipation of the time when the MOOCs will take shape and mature. There is more to MOOCs than we think. Read to know more.

by Navleen Kaur

Game-Based Learning

December 5, 2013

How eLearning Games Translate into Real-World Success

Current research indicates that 70 percent of U.S. workers are not engaged, costing the U.S. economy approximately $370 billion in lost productivity and sales. Gamification can make the workplace more engaging, more productive and can recoup lost revenue.

by Stephanie Ivec

Corporate eLearning

December 5, 2013

How to Focus Attention in Adult Learning and E-learning

Studies show that focus is a key attribute for performance improvement and success in life. Yet today’s modern workplace is full of distractions, from text to tweets. Check out these effective techniques for increasing focus for adult learners participating in e-learning, classroom training, and other learning events. From nano-learning to rewards, learn how to focus attention and improve e-learning outcomes.

by Cindy McCabe

eLearning Authoring Tools

December 4, 2013

Gaze Into The Future Of eLearning With Tom Kuhlmann

"Crystal Balling with Learnnovators" is a thought-provoking interview series that attempts to gaze into the future of eLearning. In this interview, Learnnovators speaks with Tom Kuhlmann, who many consider as "the" guru in eLearning instructional design. Check out the interview to find out why!

by Ravi Pratap Singh