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Closed-Ended Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know
August 12, 2015

Closed-Ended Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

Josef Albers, one of the most influential artistic educators of the 20th century, once said that “Good teaching is more a giving of right questions than a giving of right answers". Open-ended questions may ignite the creative spark and offer insight into a learner's thought process, but closed-ended questions offer a direct and effective way to test their comprehension. In this article, I’ll present different types of closed-ended questions and I'll shed light on how you can use closed-ended questions in eLearning by sharing 6 invaluable tips.
by Christopher Pappas
3 Tips For Rapid Storyboard Development
August 10, 2015

3 Tips For Rapid Storyboard Development

Storyboards are very important elements of eLearning development; they direct learners towards achieving the performance objective, whereas also give a clear direction to the developer to create an effective eLearning experience. In this article I will focus on rapid storyboard development and share some tips on how to create eLearning storyboards quickly.
by Soni Amit K
The Hidden Cost Of eLearning Consumption
August 8, 2015

The Hidden Cost Of eLearning Consumption

When we buy an eLearning course we take into account development costs or costs related to various quality parameters. We forget, however, that such a course generates additional costs after implementation. Let's take a look at one of them; the hidden cost of eLearning consumption.
by Marek Hyla
Open-Ended Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know
August 7, 2015

Open-Ended Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

Open-ended questions prompt learners to explore their thoughts, feelings, and opinions while testing their comprehension. They don’t have the limitations of closed-ended questions and encourage learners to delve deeper into a topic by using their critical thinking skills and creativity. In this article, I’ll explain the difference between open-ended questions and open-ended statements, and I’ll share 6 tips on how to use open-ended questions in eLearning.
by Christopher Pappas
Matching Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know
August 5, 2015

Matching Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

Multiple choice and True or False questions may be the most popular method of inquiry in eLearning courses, but matching questions offer their fair share of benefits. By using this two-column assessment tool, you can find out if your learners are truly comprehending the subject matter without having to create a series of questions. In this article, I’ll highlight 5 best practices you should keep in mind when developing matching questions, as well as 4 tips on how to effectively use them in your eLearning course.
by Christopher Pappas
True Or False Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know
July 31, 2015

True Or False Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

True or False questions may be easy to grade, but creating the ideal T/F question can pose quite a challenge for eLearning professionals. Their simplicity leaves little room for wordiness and each question must be clear and to-the-point in order to assess learner comprehension. In this article, I’ll highlight 4 best practices of creating effective true or false questions, and I’ll share 4 tips for using them in your eLearning strategy.
by Christopher Pappas
Project-Based Learning In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know
July 26, 2015

Project-Based Learning In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

If you’re looking for a way to make your eLearning courses more interactive, immersive, and empowering for your learners, then read this article on how eLearning professionals could enrich their eLearning courses using a project-based learning approach. You’ll learn about the characteristics of project-based learning activities, as well as 4 tips that can help you effectively use the project-based learning approach in eLearning.
by Christopher Pappas
Factual Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know
July 22, 2015

Factual Questions In eLearning: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

The famous author, Mark Twain, once said “Get your facts first, then you can distort them as you please”. As eLearning professionals, it is our duty to give our learners the facts, and to ensure that they comprehend these facts, so that they have the power to apply the information in whatever way they wish. In this article, I’ll explore the types of factual questions and how you can use them to gauge learner progress, improve knowledge retention, and build cognitive thinking skills in your eLearning course.
by Christopher Pappas
3 Types Of Online Training Course Certificates
July 21, 2015 | Sponsored

3 Types Of Online Training Course Certificates

Certificates are a great way to reward your online learners, from basic completion to social and verified certificates. Even if your online training course is outside of compliance topics, there are great reasons to consider offering a certificate of completion. Learn about the 3 types of online training course certificates you can offer.
by Sandi Lin
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