Contextualising m-learning in the training industry

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Mobile learning, or m-Learning, has been incorporated into the training industry for quite some time. Although face-to-face sessions are the traditional way of training, where trainers meet with their trainees in one location to host the meetings, m-learning has revolutionised the training industry, allowing individuals to learn on the go, accessing the content on their […]

Point of Use Training

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I am looking for a device that will allow our workforce to view job aids and other training tools at the point of use.  I need it to be mobile and preferably battery operated.  My company will not allow us to use traditional tablets so I need something made specifically for manufacturing.  We will not […]

Sales activities and games needed

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HI ..  I am working on a project for making training materials for the sales people who will sell mobile phones and mobile lines. Please provide me with some activities and games related to this topic ..  It is urgent please ..  HI .. I am working on a project for making training materials for the […]

4 Ways to Ensure Mobile Learning Success

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The various elearning solutions that we now have available to us are permanently changing the way that training works. The very best companies are not only able to attract the very best talent, but they can foster an environment that allows that potential to be nourished and talent to grow. Mobile learning is one of […]

Stop messing with your mobile!

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Hi all, I had a Manager who believed that delegates should leave their phones/email alone when they were on training. This was THEIR protected time for their development, without distractions. This must have sunk in with 'yours truly' as my phone is off and I don't look at it during breaks whenever I attend a course. […]

Learning Technology Research Project 2016

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What's it all about?  http://www.ltrproject.com/ These days, it seems that we have the world at our fingertips – and mobile is at the forefront of the very latest learning technologies. Now the Learning Technology Research Project 2016 is giving you the chance to be part of what we hope will be the year's biggest community research […]

Webinar programme recommendations

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I am currently using WebEx Meetings as our webinar provider. Although it does the basic functions of screen sharing and whiteboard it only hosts 25 people at a time and as the name suggests is for online meetings as opposed to a virtual classroom. We have a field sales force of approx. 600 reps all […]

Do’s And Don’ts Of Mobile Learning To Have In Mind

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Mobile learning is about disseminating information and learning through a mobile device. However, under no circumstances is mobile learning a compressed version of your eLearning module on a mobile device. Here are 7 dos and don’ts of mobile learning you need to keep in mind. Do’s And Don’ts Of Mobile Learning To Have In Mind […]

Why Pokémon Go is the ultimate mobile training

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For about a week now, the world has been taken over by the fantasy animals of Pokémon Go. The game, that allows the user to catch the animals on all sorts of locations with their smartphone, even forms an example for mobile training. Are you looking for more engagement in your training? Then check out these five […]

The five elements of a modern training ecosystem

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The 21st century has changed a lot in the modern human’s brain. Our increasing digital dependence is joined by a shorter attention span and distractions from all sides. Conventional training lacks the answer to these challenges. A modern training ecosystem requires five elements. Only 15% of newly acquired skills are successfully implemented. No wonder three […]

Is virtual reality making a comeback in education?

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The concept of an alternate existence has been in the talking for generations. Call it time travel or teleporting, we have, at some level, always been fascinated by an experience that allows us to be transported anywhere without actually ‘going’ anywhere. It is the foresight of a few visionaries that has laid the foundation of […]

5 Big Questions to Ask Before Taking your eLearning Mobile

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In 2014, 20 percent of the world’s population owned a tablet device, with a growth rate of 30 percent from 2013. Desktop computers and laptops are predicted to lose popularity from 2016 onward as tablet sales soar, according to a Statsitica.com forecast for global shipments of tablets, laptops and desktop PCs from 2010 to 2019. […]

The way mobile training enhances the learning effect

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Online training has made it possible for people to improve their communication skills wherever and whenever for a few years now. But within online training, a new development brings even more independency: mobile training. Statistics show that training happens more and more continuously. This enhances the effect. Tuesday training day Our clients’ employees practice their […]

Learning Futures: with Pat Cannon

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Kallidus's Pat Cannon discusses elearning best practice for mobile in our latest chapter of the Learning Futures series.  Like our Learning Futures series? Check out some other instalments: Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management Practice, London Business School Rob Caul, CEO, Kallidus Kim Morgan, Founder, Barefoot Coaching There's more about Kallidus here Kallidus's Pat Cannon discusses […]

Why Mobile Learning Will Transform Your Workplace

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Question: What do pre-packed gourmet pasta sauces and mobile learning have in common? Answer: Both are fast and easy to access and provide a consistent experience from anywhere. 5 Reasons Mobile Learning Will Transform Your Workplace Mobile learning is shaping up to be one of those innovations set to make life easier in today’s fast-paced […]

Learning deconstructed: Mobile as anchor

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Bianca Fuentes puts the smartphone front and centre of the learning strategy. The Internet of Things Rarely in this day and age do we come across a process in our daily lives which isn’t in some way touched by technology. We are connected as friends, families, and colleagues right across the globe by a vast […]

L&D industry insight: Subrah Iyar

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Recently we spoke to ex-founder of WebEx, co-founder of Moxtra and entrepreneur Subrah Iyar about user-centred learning, tablets, apps, AI and more. L&D industry insight: Subrah Iyar on user-centred learning by Trainingzone on Mixcloud Recently we spoke to ex-founder of WebEx, co-founder of Moxtra and entrepreneur Subrah Iyar about user-centred learning, tablets, apps, AI and […]

The challenges of mobile learning in corporate training

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Mobile learning isn’t the cakewalk you think it is. John O’ Brien highlights a few sticking points and what you can do about them. Mobile learning and BYOD were undoubtedly two of the big buzzwords of 2014. But despite the benefits we keep hearing about and the fact that many organisations have deployed mobile learning […]

The five-minute makeover for your learning

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Gerry Griffin gives the community five tips for freshening up the look of your L&D approach. With the darks days of winter now receding in the rear view mirror, maybe it is time to think about giving your learning a spring cleaning. Here are some ideas: Watch what I do – not what I say There is […]

Five benefits of mobile learning solutions for your business

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Mobile technology has made major advances in the few short years that cell phones have come on the scene. In a relatively short time, computers have gone from being the size of a small apartment to fitting snugly in your pocket. Now we’re seeing learning go mobile as well. We’re no longer forced to carry out […]