ASTDs 2005 State of the Industry report is positive about blended learning. Though efficiency gains continued to be realized by e-learning itself, many BEST (entities winning ASTD awards) organizations attribute efficiency gains to the blending of e-learning with the ot... More »

Learning & Development , Learning Technologies

Business Impact , E-Learning , Innovation , Intermediate-level Content , Managing the Learning Function , 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

Susan, an internal performance consultant in a healthcare organization, is faced with a particularly challenging situation. Steve, a finance vice-president, has requested that Susan conduct a morale-building workshop for managers in his group. Having worked in the organ... More »

Human Capital , Senior Leaders & Executives , Workforce Development

Coaching and Mentoring , Competencies , Engagement , Human Performance Improvement , Leadership Development , Management Development

Do you ever think about lemons? In my work as a consultant, trainer, and coach, I think about lemons everyday. Some would say that the contemplation of lemons qualifies me for psychiatric evaluation, but before you rush to judgment, let me tell you how my thinking about... More »

Career Development , Human Capital , Learning & Development

Career Development , Coaching and Mentoring , Human Performance Improvement , Informal Learning , Innovation , Social Learning , Training for Multiple Cultures

Have you ever felt completely misunderstood by a member of the opposite sex? No matter how clearly you give directions they just don't understand? This is not surprising, since research shows men and women communicate as if from different cultures. Girls and boys are ta... More »

Senior Leaders & Executives , Workforce Development

Engagement , Integrated Talent Management , Leadership Development , Management Development