Online Training

August 9, 2015

3 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your eLearning Tools

Many companies have started to adopt eLearning as a primary training technique because it has proven to be as successful as conventional training, but at a much lower cost. In this article I will share 3 ways to optimize your eLearning courses by taking advantage of your eLearning tools.

by Jayme Jenkins

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

August 6, 2015

7 Tips For Effective Online Compliance Training

Adherence to your organization’s laws and regulations is vital; however, successful online compliance training programs are rather rare. In this article, I’ll share 7 tips to create effective online compliance training courses in order to make sure that your employees understand the rules, no matter how complex they are, and they protect your company’s most valuable asset: its reputation.

by Christopher Pappas

August 5, 2015

Why Learning And Development Is The Most Important Department

The most important part for someone in Learning and Development to understand is that the world around us is causing your department to be more important than ever.

by John Eades

August 3, 2015

What Is Wrong With MOOCs? Key Issues To Consider Before Launching Your First MOOC

Despite the extensive critique they have received since they first appeared back in 2008, without any doubt, MOOCs consist today the latest trend in online learning. As MOOC initials stand for Massive Open Online Courses, by definition, they raise some key issues for which eLearning professionals who want to keep up-to-date with latest trends in the field may need further clarification. In this article, I’ll discuss these key definition issues, I’ll explain why MOOCs have not received the expected attention up to present, and I’ll highlight the critiques they have received as important factors to consider before launching your first MOOC course.

by Marisa Keramida (M.Ed.)

August 2, 2015

How To Create Differentiated Online Training: 5 Strategies And 5 Tips For eLearning Professionals

Differentiating your online training offers a wide range of advantages that well worth the investment. In this article, I’ll present 3 types of differentiated online training, as well as 5 strategies and 5 tips to create it.

by Christopher Pappas

August 2, 2015

Top 5 Tips For Online Facilitators

One of the biggest mistakes that can be made is to think about online facilitation as an extension of face to face teaching. It isn’t. Here are 5 tips for online facilitators that may help you think a little more about how your course will run and where it might not meet your expectations.

by Richard Jones

July 31, 2015

5 Ways To Develop An eLearning Culture In Your Organization

Developing an eLearning culture at your workplace can be a big task which needs quite a few things to consider and plan. Here I have compiled a list of 5 ways to do it.

by Anand Timothy

July 30, 2015

Trust And Online Training As A Two Way Street

You and a partner face the same direction, one person behind the other. Your arms are crossed, and your eyes are closed. You begin to lean on your heels and eventually fall backwards, hoping the person behind you likes you enough to catch you before your head hits the ground. You’ve played this game before. It’s a trust test. But that trust has to be established before testing. When a new kid on the block enters corporate America or takes on new responsibilities in their role, building trust starts in online training. In this article I will explore the relationship between trust and online training and suggest 3 ways to make it stronger.

by Mitchell Causey

July 29, 2015

Active Learning In Online Training: What eLearning Professionals Should Know

Active learning is one of the most effective ways of learning indeed, but creating an online active learning environment requires careful attention. In this article, I’ll explain what active learning is, what are its best practices, and most importantly, how to integrate it into your online training course in order to increase your employees’ engagement, motivation, and performance levels.

by Christopher Pappas

July 29, 2015

6 Strategies For Popularizing eLearning Within Organizations

Many corporate eLearning initiatives lose their luster after the launch’s initial euphoria is over. This article suggests 6 strategies for popularizing eLearning and making it an interesting and engaging experience.

by Vinayak Khadye

July 26, 2015

Innovative Training Solutions For Banking And Financial Services

While Banking and Finance industries have been early adopters of eLearning, only in recent times is mLearning being considered. In this article, I will outline how mLearning can be one of the most meaningful training solutions for Banking and Financial Services. Additionally, I will share my insight on “learning as a continuum” and how eLearning or mLearning-based formal training can be effectively supplemented through Performance Support Tools (PSTs).

by Asha Pandey