Things have changed Today's workplace has changed and there are many references to the "Modern Workplace" in a variety of publications. Yet, we as an L&D industry are still designing training from a central point - that of the "learner". This is not a bad thing; however, it is not the only view we should […]

You may not often ask yourself what L&D pros have in common with neuro-scientists, but believe it or not, there's a bit of overlap! Modern developments in neuroscience give us exciting new insights into how our nervous systems work and why certain stimuli generate particular responses. As L&D professionals, having a basic understanding of the […]

One of the quickest and most effective ways to deliver online training is with video. In this article we'll look at ways to use video to deliver meaningful digital learning content. The most common way to create an 'eLearning Course' is with a rapid-authoring tool like Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate. The longer I spend […]

In the early 80’s, I read an article calling for a cognitive engineering: designing systems that matched how our brains work. I was designing educational computer games at the time, and was struggling to find good guidance to choose between interface (and learning) alternatives. I realized that this was a field that really meshed with […]

Guest blog post by Megan Pacella. Megan is a contributor for TechnologyAdvice.com, with specializations in HR, employee training, B2B marketing, and sales. She has also written for USA Today, Bearings Guide, 10Best Nashville, and other publications.   Learning management systems are a great way to conduct corporate training and help your staff improve their skills. […]

Supporting the social nature of work is not easy. It requires new ways of thinking and new ways of working. It also means discovering new ways of creating learning content, or courses. This isn't just for instructional designers and developers either. Managers, Directors, and CLOs need to reset their expectations as well. After you launch your […]

Product knowledge online training helps your sales force seal the deal. But how can you update your online training program on a regular basis to reflect the latest features and specs? In this article, I'll share 6 tips to develop a successful product knowledge online training course for your employees. How To Develop Effective Product […]

Today was Video Friday on L&D Talk. Mark Lassoff was our guest and he made some great points about the qualities of great online learning courses. The entire video of our conversation can be viewed here.  IMPORTANT NOTE: Mark Lassoff creates fantastic online courses that he sells. He is in the business of creating training […]

I recently blogged about modular design, presented on modular course design, and will be presenting more on modular design at #ATD2016. Are you using modular design? It doesn't really matter what tools you are using. But when you are designing/developing learning content, are you chunking content into loosely joined modules? Or are you simply creating […]

  What would you do if you had the power to travel back in time and offer some sage advice to your younger self? In this article, I'll share 5 eLearning trends we expect to see in the coming years that could have a direct impact on your eLearning course design and career path. What […]