When we add a virtual environment to the challenges associated with training across cultures, misunderstandings can easily be exacerbated, often because they will go unnoticed by the facilitator for a longer period of time. As discussed in an earlier In Practice article... More »

Learning & Development , Learning Technologies

Delivering Training , Engagement , Global Workforce Development , Training and Development - General , Training for Multiple Cultures

Are virtual worlds a breakthrough technology that will forever reshape learning and business? Or are they this season's over-hyped fad? You'd have to try very hard to avoid exposure to the virtual world phenomenon in America these days. More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development , Learning Technologies

Delivering Training , Designing Learning , E-Learning , Global Workforce Development , Simulations and Serious Games , Social Learning , Training and Development - General , Trends

In the genus of synchronous tools, Interact Now is a different species. Formerly known as iLearning, and then Capstar, Interact Now joined the Thomson NETg fold in 2004. The product was initially developed as a synchronous learning platform in support of a satellite-bas... More »

Global Human Resources Development , Learning & Development , Learning Technologies

Delivering Training , E-Learning , Global Workforce Development , Mobile Learning , Training and Development - General