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August 11, 2016

Applying The Moggridge Learner Framework In Online Training

Online learner behavior is an important consideration in every stage of the development process, from choosing the ideal eLearning authoring tool to creating memorable online training materials. In this article, I'll share everything you need to know about the Moggridge Learner Framework, so that you have the ability to create learner-centric online training courses based on your employees' level of engagement.
by Christopher Pappas
July 27, 2016

7 Tips To Use The Elaboration Theory In Online Training

You need to build online training success on a sturdy foundation. But how can you help your corporate learners broaden their knowledge base when complex ideas are involved? The simple answer is sequencing your online training content and gradually building a schematic framework. In this article, I’ll share 7 tips for using the Elaboration Theory in online training.
by Christopher Pappas
July 14, 2016

5 Tips To Use Classical Conditioning In eLearning

Classical Conditioning is a theory that is widely used in the field of psychology. However, eLearning professionals can also apply it in their eLearning course design to positively reinforce performance behaviors and create effective eLearning conditions. In this article, I'll share 5 tips for using Classical Conditioning in eLearning.
by Christopher Pappas
July 7, 2016

The Aptitude-Treatment Interaction Guide For eLearning

The most effective eLearning experiences are those that take a personalized approach. They cater to the specific needs, wants, and abilities of the online learner, allowing them to connect with the subject matter in a more profound way. In this article, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about the Aptitude-Treatment Interaction theory, including its core principles and conditions.
by Christopher Pappas
July 1, 2016

6 Tips To Use The Schema Theory In eLearning

The human mind is more than just soft tissue and synapses. It is a complex organ that allows us to comprehend the world around us and achieve our full potential, none of which is possible without mental schema. In this article, I'll highlight 6 tips to apply the Schema Theory in eLearning.
by Christopher Pappas
June 25, 2016

5 Tips To Apply The Repair Theory In eLearning

Mistakes and experience are two of the most effective teachers. Every error we make brings us one step closer to reaching our true potential, but only if we treat them as opportunities to grow. In this article, I’ll offer 5 tips on how to apply the Repair Theory in eLearning.
by Christopher Pappas
June 22, 2016

5 Tips To Use The Triarchic Theory In Online Training

Acquiring and assimilating new information involves a multitude of firing synapses, mental schema, and memory banks. In other words, it’s more complicated than it looks. In this article, I’ll explain the 3 components of the Triarchic Theory, as well as 5 tips on how to use its principles in online training in order to boost knowledge retention and draw upon the experience of your corporate learners.
by Christopher Pappas
April 9, 2016

Applying The Flow Theory In Online Training

Mihalyi Csikszentmihalyi, the noted psychologist and professor who introduced the Flow Theory, described it as "the holistic experience that people feel when they act with total involvement" [1]. This just about sums up the mental state that all eLearning professionals strive for when we are creating online training courses. In this article, I'll highlight the 4 components and the 8 dimensions of the Flow Theory, and I'll share the importance of achieving optimal flow in online training.
by Christopher Pappas