Lets review the common features available in most virtual classroom software programs. Well briefly discuss each tool, its common uses for virtual training, and any unique characteristics to be mindful of when using it. This is not an exhaustive list of all featuresjust... More »

Learning & Development , Learning Technologies

Beginner Level Content , Delivering Training , E-Learning , Informal Learning , Managing the Learning Function , Mobile Learning , Social Learning , Training and Development - General , Training for Multiple Cultures

In Talent Management, contributor Nigel Paine paints a portrait of an exciting new world of work: "Most industrial economies will have extraordinary numbers of people working in areas that involve breakthroughs, are breathtaking, and are astonishing. More »

Learning & Development , Senior Leaders & Executives

Beginner Level Content , Integrated Talent Management , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General

One of the most mindful discussions of our time is that of the world economy. During recessionary eras, expenditures become hard fought for and the pressure for increased revenue becomes more intense. The training field is no stranger to the negative effects of hard eco... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Business Impact , Economy , Managing the Learning Function , Trends

Forget the one-minute elevator speech. When prospective customers visit your website, you have 20 seconds or less to get their attention. If you're successful, your well-crafted website can be a valuable tool to snag new clients and keep existing clients coming back. Ho... More »

Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Jobs , Managing the Learning Function

People often ask questions, such as, "What kinds of metrics are most commonly used to measure ROI?" There then follows discussions on the kinds of measures used, or that shouldn't be used, and sometimes the conversation goes off track and conflict brakes out. While peop... More »

Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Business Impact , Managing the Learning Function , Measuring and Evaluating