Crafting Activities for e-Learning Interactivity

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Ethan Edwards

"All growth depends upon activity. There is no development physically or intellectually without effort, and effort means work." - Calvin Coolidge It is a well-known bit of wisdom that we remember what we do. Yet all too often instructional designers seem to ignore this ... More »

At First Sight: Improving Your Training With Good Visual Design

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Erin Sappington

When you think about effective training courses, what comes to mind? If you're like most learning professionals, well-researched lessons and impeccably worded test questions are most likely essential for a successful presentation. Other factors such as syllabi, particip... More »

To Be Continued: Using Social Media for Training Conversations

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Daniel Bixby

Let's be honest. The days of giving a sheepish grin when someone asks if you're "on Facebook" are long gone. This is a new era, and social media is the new telephone. Like it or not, welcome to the age of cyber communities. Welcome, not merely to lounges or coffee shops... More »

Seven Cures to Skipping the Needs Assessment

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Natalia Muller

When Asha saw Mike's name appear on her phone screen, she took a deep breath before answering. She knew the questions that would be asked, and she was clearly uncomfortable about verbalizing the answers. Making sure that the roof doesn't leak on your next e-learning pro... More »

Buyer Beware

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Diane Valenti

E-learning today involves enough moving parts - instructional design, graphic design, sound design, and programming - that it can be very difficult to know everything necessary to ensure that your e-learning vendor delivers a quality product. At times, it can feel like ... More »