NotificationDriven by passion and motivation, informal learning enables learners to pick the learning content they’re interested in, and learn at their own pace. In this article, I show how you can use microlearning to promote informal learning at the workplace. Informal Learning At The Workplace: How To Foster It Using Microlearning As we know, formal learning is structured, training developed, and deployed by Learning and Development (L&D) teams. It features: Fully online training (eLearning or mLearning). Facilitated training, that is, Instructor-Led Training (ILT) […]
Knowing the foundational principles behind Instructional Design can help you create more effective eLearning experiences. Here are the top 7 Instructional Design theories & models that you should consider for your next eLearning course. If you want to be an expert in the field of Instructional Design, you need to do your research. Learning various Instructional Design theories will help you develop more meaningful eLearning courses. You’ll have a firm grasp on how the human mind absorbs, assimilates, and retains […]
Considering a career in Instructional Design? Here are 6 of the lesser-known benefits of pursuing this exciting career path. You probably know that Instructional Design is a rewarding career path with a brightly projected outlook. After all, the eLearning industry is growing by leaps and bounds, as organizations begin to realize its cost-saving benefits. However, there are some hidden rewards to this career path that aren’t widely publicized. In fact, some of these lesser-known benefits keep Instructional Designers in the field for […]
What is social learning and how can you use it to foster collaborative learning As learning professionals, most of us are familiar with the 70:20:10 Model for Learning and Development that describes how learning happens. According to this, most of us pick: 70 percent of our knowledge from our on-the job experiences 20 percent from interactions with others 10 percent from structured or formal training It is no surprise that today more and more companies are using some form of social […]
Are you an Instructional Designer looking for inspiration? Here are 5 Instructional Design books you should add to your must-read list. Top 5 Instructional Design Books For Instructional Design Professionals The field of Instructional Design is filled with a plethora of theories and practices. Thus, educating yourself on the current thinking and foundational principles is vital to the success of your Instructional Design career. Reading up on the field is important whether you are just starting out or need to refresh […]
Have you ever wondered how successful eLearning professionals got to such a rewarding point in their career? The simple truth is that everyone starts somewhere. It all begins with aspirations, a limited or non-existent client base, and a game plan. It might be a bit daunting at first, but creating a pathway to success means taking one step a time. Here are 6 top tips to start a winning e-Learning career that leads to personal and professional fulfillment. 1. Find Your eLearning […]
It is one thing to be an expert in your field, but it’s an entirely different challenge getting clients to pick you among other potential candidates. There are a lot of eLearning professionals vying for the job. As such, you may need to get creative to reach your target audience and land your dream eLearning projects. Here are 7 helpful and actionable tips to get the word out about your e-Learning expertise. 1. Find Your Fellow Enthusiasts The best source of […]
The Adobe Learning Summit returns to Las Vegas at the Mirage on Tuesday, October 24. Co-located with eLearning Guild’s DevLearn 2017 Conference and Expo, this is a marquee property in the global eLearning events calendar. Register by July 21, and take advantage of the super early bird price. Block your seat from as low as $99. That’s a sweet deal for a regular ticket price of $249. What can you expect? Join some of the most dynamic learning experts, industry […]
Bonjour à tous, Après avoir discuté avec des responsables de la communauté eLearning Adobe, je lance cette conversation afin de savoir s’il y a ici des francophones qui seraient intéressés par du contenu, des évènements et/ou des discussions en français. Si oui, manifestez vous!
“If you don’t know where you’re going,” the Scarecrow said to Dorothy, “it doesn’t matter which road you take.” ~ The Wizard of Oz It’s not what the vision is, it’s what the vision does.” ~ Peter Senge Background In their book The Systematic Design of Instruction, Walter Dick and Lou Carey list three reasons for using a systems approach to design. First, from the very beginning it causes the designer to focus on what the learner should know […]
Topic: Build 21st Century Skills in Media Literacy in Your Classroom Date and time: Wednesday, 4th September, 2013 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM US/Pacific Description: Are you still feeling challenged to provide your students with the domains identified for 21st century learners, yet at a loss for how to begin? Integrating media literacy into your curriculum should be fun, not a burden. Join Dr. Allen Partridge, Adobe eLearning Evangelist for part two of an examination of media literacy education in […]
