What do you need to become an eLearning Specialist?
I’ve often been asked what it takes to migrate into the world of eLearning and Instructional Design. It’s an emerging industry that is rapidly increasing in demand and popularity. Personally, I fell into when I wanted to combine my web / mobile development skills with training and facilitating, providing a perfect combination. This is not […]
Embed #H5P in Moodle
The recent release of the H5P plugin for Moodle (https://h5p.org/dec-2017-release-note) now allows for the embedding of H5P into HTML within an iFrame. Many people in the Moodle community have been asking for the ability to embed H5P content in different parts of Moodle and I am pleased to announce it is now possible! With the […]
5 Steps To Follow When Using An Instructional Design Framework For Your Online Courses
Instructional Design Framework For Your Online Courses: 5 Steps To Follow You’ve just landed your new job as an Instructional Designer, and you’re ready to start producing some learning materials. With all the new technology and tools available today to create online courses, this is an exciting time for eLearning, and a great time to […]
Blended Learning In Corporate Training
I read with interest this article on the benefits of blended learning in the corporate environment. The Blended learning method is not only a great methodology for delivery, but it also helps adults learners that may have difficulty understanding the content. Following up with a face-to-face session provides the necessary feedback and encouragement that may […]
Mind the gap between UI and UX in eLearning
Finding the balance between User Interface and User Experience is always a challenge for Instructional Designers. James Quilty from Logic Earth has written a great article with resources that may help yo with your future UI and UX Read more at Why you need to mind the gap between UI and UX in eLearning
Is Implementing Learning Analytics Complicated and Expensive?
Learning Analytics is quickly becoming a part of the training strategy in organizations around the world. There was a time when decision makers used to take crucial decisions on rolling out training programs in their organization based on their observations and perceptions. This scenario has changed as decisions have become data-driven, paving the way for […]
Top five low-stakes quizzing tools for teachers – ICTEvangelist
There are plenty of quizzes out there for anyone to use as resources, but Mark Anderson (@ICTEvangelist) has narrowed it down to 5. Read more at Top five low-stakes quizzing tools for teachers – ICTEvangelist
What Technology Challenges Do Adult Learners Face
Recently I stumbled across this article that uses my original article on Technology Challenges faced by adult learners It’s quoted at stating: If anyone did not fully understand why the US President stated that “we are in a digital literacy crisis”, this article takes the time to explain what he was communicating. The article also […]
UI and UX—What’s the difference and how to apply to elearning
Image https://www.techtic.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/UI-Vs-UX.jpg Often the lines between User Interface and User Experience can become blurred, especially in developing eLearning content. This article outlines the difference between the UI and UX. A UX designer needs a deep understanding of the learners and their needs and goals in using the eLearning. The UX designer might interview potential or […]
How to Successfully Implement Learning Analytics
It’s easier said then done to implement any type of learning analytics into your organisation. This article points out some great initiatives to successfully implement learning analytics. Read more at 7 Steps To Successfully Implement Learning Analytics In Your Company – eLearning Industry
