Synchronous Discussion in Online Courses: A Pedagogical Strategy for Taming the Chat Beast

Premium Content
This article is part of Links Plus, a premium ASTD Subscription.
Craig W. Smith

I have always hated Internet chat rooms and studiously avoided them. To me, they are chaotic, confusing, and frustrating. I have also accepted the fact that on this question I am probably in the minority. The immediacy of chat can be a significant factor in building onl... More »

Book Review: Creating Successful e-Learning: A Rapid System for Getting It Right First Time, Every Time

Premium Content
This article is part of Links Plus, a premium ASTD Subscription.
Ryann K. Ellis

This is the first volume of six in Michael Allen's e-Learning Library, a comprehensive collection of proven techniques for creating e-learning applications that achieve targeted behavioral outcomes through meaningful, memorable, and motivational learning experiences. Th... More »