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12 Ways to Design Better Infographics for eLearning
Applying visual design principles will help you create better infographics for eLearning, improving their appeal and effectiveness.
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New Report: Trends in Learning Technology
The new Guild Research report Trends in Learning Technology, by Steve Foreman, examines survey data on how the L&D community utilizes learning platforms.
By Cori Miller • -
Let Content, Not “Learning Styles,” Determine eLearning Format
The learners’ needs and prior knowledge, as well as the content—not learning styles—should guide choice of eLearning format.
By Pamela Hogle • -
In Real Life: How to Make Smarter Learning Tech Decisions
Choosing a new learning platform is an important decision. How can you make smarter learning tech decisions? Here are some principles to guide you.
By JD Dillon • -
CloserStill Media Acquires Majority Stake in The eLearning Guild
CloserStill Media, the London-based exhibition and conference organizer, has acquired a majority stake in The eLearning Guild.
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A Measured Response: VR May Offer Key to Mitigating Anxiety
Triggering fear in a VR experience might hold the key to creating engaging training that can change behavior and mitigate anxiety.
By Pamela Hogle • -
Learning Solutions 2019 Conference & Expo Registration Officially Open
Learning Solutions 2019 Conference & Expo offers more than 200 learning experiences—everyone has the opportunity to find solutions to their L&D challenges.
By Cori Miller • -
Alexa Gets a Job: How AI Could Transform Performance Support
Consumers are increasingly integrating digital assistants into work tasks, offering the potential to transform performance support.
By Pamela Hogle • -
Pivot: Some Thoughts on L&D Personas
Personas are not limited to marketing. Designers must design with learners’ personas in mind, and leaders shouldn’t embody undesirable management personas.
By Joanne Etmanski • -
Building xAPI-Enabled Ecosystems Requires Strategic Choices
Moving to an xAPI-enabled ecosystem makes it possible to capture and use an enormous amount of data on learners’ activities and experiences.
By Megan Torrance, Rob Houck •