The Role of Avatars in E-Learning: An Interview with Timothy A. Freriks

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George Hall

Drawing from his several decades of experience, e-learning expert Timothy Freriks examines the critical issues involved in understanding the role of avatars in e-learning and their growing capabilities. In this interview, Freriks shares his views on e-learning and avata... More »

Starting Early: ASTD Partners with the e-Learning for Kids Foundation

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ASTD Staff

ASTD recently announced a partnership with e-Learning for Kids, a global nonprofit foundation dedicated to providing free online learning for children. Volunteer staff members of e-Learning for Kids will exhibit at ASTD's 2007 International Conference & Exposition i... More »

Chatting Up Your LMS

Catherine King

Among the many features that an LMS contains, chats and forums are perhaps the most underused and under appreciated. Yet, academia has long used discussion as the best way to build community and promote learning. So can you, by leveraging the power of chat in your LMS. More »

Game-Based Learning Attracts Corporate Trainers

Paul Harris

Gaming technologies are capturing the imagination of training managers just as they always have the "Nintendo generation" now entering the workforce. But how does one determine if game-based learning is appropriate for their organization, and whether it’s worth th... More »