eLearning Professionals

September 15, 2015

Working With Subject Matter Experts: The Ultimate Guide

Relationships are a key to success and, during your eLearning course development one of the most challenging relationships you will ever have will be with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). In this article, I'll share some information about how to work closely with Subject Matter Experts, build a respectful working relationship with them, and facilitate your eLearning design and development process.

by Christopher Pappas

September 11, 2015

10 Habits That Separate Top-Notch eLearning Professionals From The Rest

Have you ever met a top-notch eLearning professional? Have you ever wondered what makes them exceptional? In this article, I’ll share 10 habits that separate truly great eLearning professionals from the mediocre ones in order for you to understand what it takes to stand out from the crowd in the eLearning industry.

by Christopher Pappas

September 4, 2015

Top 5 Things You Need To Do When Starting Your eLearning Job Search

Starting your first eLearning job search is like entering into a new phase of your life. Here are the top 5 things you need to do in a proactive job search.

by Swati Srivastava

September 2, 2015

20 Questions To Ask When Taking A Brief For An eLearning Project

As a learning professional, it’s absolutely vital when you’re taking a brief from an eLearning project sponsor that you ask the right questions and are persistent in making sure you get a clear and satisfactory answer. Here’s my list of essential questions.

by Clive Shepherd

August 29, 2015

The Top 10 TED Talks For eLearning Professionals

Exploring a learning topic from a whole new perspective is a rare opportunity. Fortunately, TED talks offer the chance to dive into the minds of other educators, subject matter experts, and eLearning professionals. In this article, I'll introduce 10 talks that are definitely worth a watch.

by Christopher Pappas

August 27, 2015

Physical Activity And eLearning Development: What eLearning Professionals Need To Know

What running shoes have to do with eLearning development? This article discusses the connection between physical activity and eLearning development and the importance of taking breaks while working on an eLearning project (or any other related computer task for that matter). Read how to keep your physical and mental health while avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome).

by Rambo Levin

August 4, 2015

Becoming A Super Designer: 7 Ways To Help You Get And Stay There

Today’s curriculum designers can be tomorrow's Super Designers, incorporating both their knowledge of andragogy or pedagogy and their tech savviness to stay competitive in the ever-progressing field of eLearning. In this article I’ll introduce you to the concept of the Super Designer and offer 7 strategies to help effectively you become and remain one of these “crusaders for excellence in curriculum and technology”!

by Alexandra Barnett

July 20, 2015

The Top 7 Qualities Of A High Performance eLearning Team

High performance eLearning teams don’t just happen. Positive spirit, clear goals, and shared ambitions are only a few of the characteristics that an eLearning team must have in order to produce excellent eLearning projects. In this article, I’ll share 7 top qualities that make a high performance eLearning team, so that you will ensure that your team is not only a truly great eLearning professional group, but also 100% dedicated to attaining their shared goals.

by Christopher Pappas

July 10, 2015

What Will Your eLearning Salary Be Like In 5 Years? 6 Factors To Consider

Whether you’re new to the eLearning industry or have been designing eLearning courses for a decade, it’s important to keep an eye on the state of our salaries. In this article, I’ll offer a closer look at what eLearning salary will be like 5 years from today and I’ll share 6 factors that may influence eLearning salary.

by Christopher Pappas

June 27, 2015

8 Common eLearning Interview Questions

Ready to expand your Learning and Development team? Want to find the perfect eLearning professional to design your next eLearning course? In this article, I’ll share 8 common eLearning interview questions you’ll want to ask before hiring an eLearning professional. On the flipside, eLearning professionals can use these questions to get prepared for their upcoming eLearning interview.

by Christopher Pappas

June 19, 2015

5 Common Misconceptions About Instructional Designer Salaries

As is the case with most professions, over the course of time a variety of myths, exaggerations, and misconceptions surface about the pay involved. In this article, I’ll shed some light on the most common misconceptions about instructional designer salaries all instructional designers involved in the eLearning Industry should be aware of, as well as the factors that can affect your eLearning Salary.

by Christopher Pappas

June 12, 2015

5 Places To Get Answers To Your eLearning Questions

These are some of the best places to get information from eLearning pros. Have your eLearning questions answered, join a discussion, and view webinars.

by Christie Wroten