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Learning Technologies

January 27, 2020

The Double-Edged Sword That Is Learning Technologies

Human nature seeks out quick fixes, and technology is the latest sought after quick fix. Learning is no exception. Practitioners are desperate for business validation often turning to and focusing on technology, and it's making things worse.

by Ajay Pangarkar, CTDP, CPA, CMA

Learning Management Systems

January 26, 2020

7 Elements Missing From Your Current Workforce Development Strategy

Something isn’t quite right about your workforce development strategy. But how do you know what’s lacking? More importantly what benefits can a new LMS bring to your business by bridging the gaps?

by Christopher Pappas

Microlearning

January 26, 2020

The How-To Guide For Creating Successful Microlearning

With a growing trend for everything “on-demand,” eLearners expect faster and shorter learning experiences too. One way for Instructional Designers to fulfill that need is through microlearning. But what exactly is microlearning, and how should you go about successfully designing micro-courses?

by Marina Arshavskiy

Game-Based Learning

January 26, 2020

Back To Basics: How Gamification Can Improve Employee Engagement In 2020

The truth is everyone likes to be rewarded. Gamification makes mundane tasks enjoyable for employees and boosts the engagement rate. Here are 6 ways in which gamification can transform the way your employees work.

by Asavari Sharma

eLearning Market

January 26, 2020

9 Tips To Host A Webinar And Boost Your LMS Marketing Efforts

Are you planning a live event to promote your LMS products' USPs? In this article, I’ll share 9 tips to host an unforgettable webinar for LMS marketing.

by Christopher Pappas

Mobile Learning

January 25, 2020

Is An LMS App In Your Budget? 5 Cost-Cutting Ways To Launch A Mobile Learning App For Online Training

These days, there is an app for everything, from keeping track of your daily calorie intake to ordering gifts with a drone. But when you’ve built an amazing mobile training app and you’re squeezed for cash, how do you launch it?

by Christopher Pappas

eLearning Design and Development

January 25, 2020

Friction-Free Training Leads To Learning With Traction

Training should be a habit, an automatic behavior. But learning requires effort. That's why IDs should reduce friction that could keep learners from completing eLearning and instead add friction to training content. This slows learners down and forces them to think about their learning.

by Pamela Hogle

Corporate eLearning

January 25, 2020

Should Small To Medium Sized Retailers Invest In Immersive Learning?

Immersive learning is becoming commonplace in the retail sector with giants like Walmart and Amazon leveraging this training method. However, is it a viable strategy for emerging retail businesses? Learn the reasons why small to medium retailers should implement VR technology.

by Evelyn Johnson

eLearning Design and Development

January 25, 2020

5 Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making With JIT Learning

You decided your learners needed Just-In-Time (JIT) learning. Except, your JIT program hasn’t performed very well, yet. You might be making one of these mistakes. The good news is they all have easy fixes.

by Jay McGrane

eLearning Resources

January 24, 2020

Leadership Development Trends On eLearning Industry: Top Article Selection For 2019

Delving into the world of leadership development can pave the way for successful organizations. However, getting the much-needed know-how around the issue will ensure that you can be up-to-date with all the info you need. Thus, I have selected the most popular leadership development articles that appeared on eLearning Industry in 2019 to get you started!

by Christopher Pappas

Employee Performance

January 24, 2020

Reasons Why Your Leadership Program Needs Executive Coaching

Executive coaching enhance the overall outcome of leadership and development plans that help leaders shine in their aspiring roles.

by Nolan Hout

eLearning Market

January 24, 2020

5 Reasons Why Affiliate Marketing Is The Need Of The Hour In eLearning

Daily, hundreds of blogs are being posted online on the current eLearning trends and learner engagement strategies. Highlighting the technological aspects of a Virtual Learning Environment is essential. But does it answer all the questions?

by Anand Vardhan Tiwary