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Learner Engagement

February 2, 2021 | Sponsored

3 Reasons Why Video Learning Is An Essential Learner Engagement Strategy For Any Industry

The goal of online training is to give participants enough information to be able to influence their behavior. Video learning presents a unique opportunity to boost engagement and leave a lasting impression.

by Erick Prospero CPSM, CPSD

Learning Culture

February 2, 2021 | Sponsored

6 Creative Employee Engagement Ideas That Boost Learning Experiences To New Heights

Learning and development and employee engagement are intrinsically linked. We know that employees invested in are more likely to both engage with and stay in the organization - so how can you better make use of this virtuous circle?

by Helen Gray

Microlearning

February 1, 2021 | Sponsored

6 Go-To Strategies To Transform Your Recorded VILT Sessions Into Engaging Microlearning Modules

The aim of training is to improve employee performance. This goal is met when training is short, focused, and easy to assimilate and apply. In this article, I show how microlearning can transform your recorded VILT sessions into short bites.

by Asha Pandey

Microlearning

February 1, 2021 | Sponsored

How A Global Manufacturing Company Has Made MicroLearning The Core Of Its Learning Program

The purchasing division of a global manufacturing company was frustrated. They’d spent time and budget creating eLearning to help their acquisitions department learn and apply an entirely new purchasing process. But early indicators showed poor buy-in and a low level of application. They determined that the processes’ complexity and lack of extension materials ensured that their learners didn’t understand the process and couldn’t easily access materials when they needed a just-in-time refresher. MicroLearning was the solution they needed.

by Joel Ippel

Remote Working

February 1, 2021 | Sponsored

How To Use Old Digital Learning Strategies For A Remote Workforce

Though the training industry faces new challenges with a remote workforce, many of our old digital learning design strategies can still be effective.

by Gregg Ward

Learning Analytics

February 1, 2021 | Sponsored

Learning Analytics Examples: 5 Case Studies Of Data Insights In Action

The Experience API (xAPI for short) is far more than just an update to SCORM, the popular standard for tracking data from a learning management system. xAPI opens up a whole new world of possibilities for learning analytics. Examples of what real organizations are doing with it in real-life situations make it easier to grasp the scale of this advance and apply the learnings to your own situation.

by Emma Whiteside

HR Tools

January 31, 2021

Project Time Tracking Software: Should You Invest In Tracking Apps For Your Remote Team?

Is project time tracking software a wise investment for your business? Let’s look at the basics and benefits to help you make the best buying decision.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Design and Development

January 31, 2021

Best Cyber Hygiene Practices For Secure Remote Learning

If you just read the title and imagined wiping down your laptop with disinfectant before you start typing, then this article is perfect for you. Read on to find out precisely what cyber hygiene refers to and how you might need to take a few steps to improve yours.

by Alex Lysak

Game-Based Learning

January 31, 2021

How To Use Gamification To Scale Businesses

Learn how gamification can be applied business functions to scale businesses.

by Adrian Hallberg

eLearning Design and Development

January 31, 2021

Things You Need To Know To Start An eLearning Business

eLearning is one of the fastest-growing businesses in the world. It is time to start an eLearning business if you have the proper knowledge and enough budget.

by Abu Hossain Md Motachim

eLearning Design and Development

January 31, 2021

7 Visual Distractions You Should Eliminate From Your eLearning Course Design

Visuals are meant to improve learner comprehension and allow them to assign meaning. However, misplaced or irrelevant design elements can have the opposite effect. In this article, I discuss 7 visual distractions you should eliminate from your eLearning course as soon as possible.

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Career

January 30, 2021

Online Instructor Tips And Tricks: 5 Traits That Are Essential For eLearning Success

We’ve all seen allegedly ‘unteachable’ students bloom under the right teacher. That’s all well and good for children, but does it apply to adult instruction in a virtual setting? In this article, I share the top 5 traits that make a good online instructor.

by Christopher Pappas