Using Design Thinking To Create Better Custom eLearning Solutions

Design thinking is a recent phenomenon in the world of eLearning and it is a method that combines empathy, ideation, and problem-solving of complex and undefined problems. In this article, I will discuss how design thinking can be applied to create better eLearning courses. How To Use Design Thinking To Create Better Custom eLearning Solutions In my previous blogs on Whole Brain Learning and Kolb’s learning styles, I talked about how we can improve the learning process by using certain strategies that are […]

5 Ways to Increase the Impact of Your Interactive Video Based Learning

Various organizations have been using videos as a part of their training deliveries for a long time now. Nowadays, interactive videos are becoming the trend and organizations are starting to opt for it. Video based learning strategies have always yielded positive results for businesses. They are seeing a wider acceleration in adoption because of a few other upcoming trends. The change from traditional eLearning strategies to Mobile Learning strategies is seeing a prominent rise. Most of the formats for Mobile […]

Effective Use Of Collaboration And Social Learning At Workplace To Improve Learning And Performance

Collaboration is the key to being a successful learning organization. Social learning in the workplace plays a big part in a collaborative learning environment. In this article, I will share my thoughts on how collaborative tools can help employees learn better and improve their work performance. How Collaboration And Social Learning In The Workplace Improve Employee Performance Human beings have been collaborating since eons to solve problems and share experiences. Probably, the first-ever collaboration was when cavemen shared their insights […]

4 Ways to Maximize the Impact of Your Training When Migrating From Flash to HTML5

Today, most learners need to access information and want the flexibility to learn on the device of their choice. As the trend for mLearning increases, organizations are bound to change their eLearning strategies to adapt to the changing environments. Since Flash, a leading authoring tool till a few years ago, is not supported on mobile devices, organizations feel the need to convert their Legacy Flash courses to HTML5. By doing so, organizations also enhance their training and improve the ROI. These […]

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5 Examples of Interactive Video Solutions for Corporate Training

The usage of videos for corporate training purposes has been an established practice for many years now. But, this also has its drawbacks as longer run length videos tend to make the learner get lot in the process and create a rift in attention and learning. It also generates an obstacle when cognition levels are higher and the learners are required to analyze and apply the learning. Now, with the advancement of technology, learners are able to have better engagement […]

Beginners’ guide to setting up Google Daydream for your Captivate VR content

Most of you would be well versed with the things I am going to discuss, with respect to the correct settings, in getting your Captivate content to play just right for the Google Daydream VR headset. In the process we will come across few settings and the two compatibility modes : daydream view and the google cardboard view; how can a learner interact with VR courses in these modes. What is daydream? Daydream is a Virtual Reality Platform developed by […]

Creating Powerful Employee Training With Social Learning – Featuring Microlearning Videos

The last few years have seen a significant increase in the use of social learning for employee training. In this article, I share the benefits of social learning and show you how you can use microlearning videos as an effective social learning tool. How To Create Powerful Employee Training With Social Learning – Featuring Microlearning Videos While the use of social learning for employee training is being talked about in the last 4–5 years, the social learning concept has been […]

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9 Formats of Performance Support Tools

Performance Support Tools or PSTs constitute an effective supplement for formal trainings to boost employee performance. From providing just-in-time learning to assisting employees with on-the-job support, Performance Support Tools bring the required agility to corporate trainings. Essentially, Performance Support Tools help in bridging the gap between knowledge acquisition and knowledge application. For any business, Performance Support can be offered using multiple formats and tools. Keeping in mind the varying learner demographics, Performance Support Solutions can be offered in a variety of ways. […]

5 Examples of Blended Induction and Onboarding Training Programs

There have been various challenges associated with the implementation and delivery of induction and onboarding programs. Effective induction and onboarding are critical to both employees as well as the business. The traditional approach to induction and onboarding training programs has always been face-to-face, facilitated sessions because learning directly from peers and seniors leads them to understand the organizational dynamics and its value proposition more efficiently. However, this approach is also accompanied by integral challenges. The impact of the traditional approach is hindered […]

Another PowerPoint Hack: Using Icons in your Captivate Project

In a few simple steps, you can customize and import PowerPoint icons to use as Smart Shapes and Buttons in your next Captivate project,