eLearning eBooks

March 27, 2018

eBook Release– Transforming Learning: Using Video For Cognitive, Emotional, And Social Engagement

This eBook is Obsidian Learning’s latest contribution to the body of research associated with the effectiveness of video used as a tool for learning. As technology, bandwidth, and storage capacity have improved, video has become available – both in terms of creation and viewing – to a much larger population. And as smartphones have become more pervasive, and video-editing software more user friendly, using video as a tool for instruction has also become more common. But is it effective?

by Lubos Janoska

March 27, 2018 | Sponsored

5 Employee Onboarding LMS Implementation Mistakes To Avoid

An investment in the right LMS is just as important as an investment in your new starters. Take a look at these 5 common employee onboarding LMS implementation mistakes to avoid in order to ensure you’re up and running as quickly as possible.

by Kiren Kahlon

March 26, 2018

eBook Release - Flash To HTML5 Redesign: Conversion With A Purpose

Converting eLearning courses, their content included, from Flash to HTML5 shouldn't be dreaded. Especially when the other choices given are either to continue using mobile-unfriendly courses or redesign them at a great expense. To illustrate how fast and achievable this fix is, comes this eBook from AllenComm. Once you read it you will be convinced and relieved, as its contents are explanative and helpful.

by Christopher Pappas

March 26, 2018

5 Stages Of Instructional Video Development Process – Feat. A Case Study

In this article, we’ll take a look at Obsidian learning’s process for creating instructional videos as well as a case study that covers this process to move from a concept to a finished, cohesive video.

by Stephen Victor

March 25, 2018

eBook Release: Final Boarding Call For Onboarding

Onboarding is a process not to be taken lightly, for only when it is implemented correctly you can expect full speed and engagement from the new hires. When AllenComm began composing the eBook Final Boarding Call For Onboarding, the main goal was to help L&D professionals understand onboarding at its core. A must-read containing insights, research, tools, references, tables, a case study, and best practices for successful onboarding outcomes.

by Christopher Pappas

March 25, 2018

Software Tools For Instructional Video Design And Development

Choice of instructional video design and development methods should be guided by the needs of the learners as well as the complexity of the content. Here are some great software tools to use during video production.

by Stephen Victor

March 23, 2018 | Sponsored

LMS Marketing: Lead Generation – One Great Lead Is All It Takes

Is your marketing database full of hot prospects or lukewarm leads that simply won’t pan out? In this article, I’ll discuss the overwhelming importance of quality over quantity when it comes to marketing leads.

by Gordon Johnson

March 23, 2018

6 Top Tips To Design Effective Instructional Videos

What principles should Instructional Designers use to develop effective instructional videos? In this article, we’ll discuss best practices for creating effective videos for training.

by Stephen Victor

March 22, 2018

3 Tips For Successful New Employee Onboarding

In this article, I’ll share a few suggestions on how to boost your own initial new employee onboarding program for better results.

by Ron Zamir

March 22, 2018 | Sponsored

6 Ways To Succeed With A Customer-Centric LMS Marketing Strategy

There’s an amazing amount of competition out there, which means all learning platform vendors have to be better at satisfying customers. But how do you provide superior customer service and show loyal brand advocates your appreciation? In this article, I’ll share ways that the marketing department can influence customer success.

by Gordon Johnson

March 22, 2018

Transforming Learning: Applications Of Instructional Videos

Because videos are easy to create, they are frequently used for instruction, for example as tutorials on YouTube or lectures on Khan Academy. But is video always the right choice for instruction? What does it take to develop effective instructional videos?

by Stephen Victor

March 21, 2018

3 Cognitive Theories For Transforming Learning

In this article, we will take a look at some cognitive theories for transforming learning experiences.

by Stephen Victor