MTV stands for Music Television, and when the network launched in 1981, its almost entirely music video-based programming was true to its name. Within a decade, however, its mandate had widened to the point that it had become the natural home for practically any exciting development in American youth culture. And for many MTV viewers…
Peek Into The Instructional Design Masters’ Secret Toolbox On Thursday, October 24, at 12:00 p.m. ET, Holly Owens, Tom McDowall, and Heidi Kirby will come together to discuss their personal top lists of essential tools for every Instructional Designer: Authoring tools and LMSs Task management and productivity Graphic design and multimedia Writing and communication tools…
Trending Topics That Are Perfect For Your Next eLI Guest Post Creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences for students is no small feat, particularly when there are so many modern tech distractions to contend with. Teachers and Instructional Designers are always looking for innovative ways to connect with K-12 learners and make an impact. So,…
The L&D Manager’s Guide To Learning Architecture Ever felt like your organization’s training programs are a scattered mess of good intentions? You’re not alone. Many L&D professionals struggle to create a cohesive learning architecture, a framework that guides how employees acquire the skills and knowledge they need to excel. But fear not, fellow L&D champions!…
Strengthen Cybersecurity With Blended Learning Cyberattacks pose a growing threat in the workplace. According to EY’s 2024 Human Risk in Cybersecurity Survey, 53% of US employees worry their organization will be a target for cybercrime. You should be concerned, too. A data breach costs time and money and can hurt your brand image, destroying employee…
How To Design Bite-Sized Learning For Today’s Work As employees face increasing workloads and reduced time for formal training, microlearning has emerged as a popular solution in the Learning and Development (L&D) space. By delivering content in small, manageable chunks, microlearning caters to today’s busy workforce, allowing employees to learn new skills or refresh existing…
David Bowie always managed to look cool, even when he was being booked for a felony. In early 1976, Bowie was on his “Isolar” tour, performing as the Thin White Duke, a persona he would describe as “a very Aryan fascist type — a would-be romantic with no emotions at all.” Bowie invited his friend…
There may be a few young people in Britain today who recognize the name Ludwig Koch, but in the nineteen-forties, he constituted something of a cultural phenomenon unto himself. He “started recording sounds and voices in the 1880s when he was still a child” in his native Germany, says the website of the BBC. After…
Why Storytelling Matters In eLearning Games Human communication has historically depended heavily on storytelling, which shapes our understanding of the world and interpersonal relationships. Storytelling is a potent weapon in the world of eLearning games, providing students with an immersive and meaningful learning experience that surpasses traditional teaching methods. When storytelling is included in eLearning…
The Difficult Task Of Keeping Kids Motivated In An Online Setting Maintaining kids’ motivation in eLearning isn’t a walk in the park. Staring at a screen for multiple hours during the day can be exhausting and boring. So, how do you add some energy to this virtual classroom? First, you have to pinpoint what’s causing…
