The rise of elearning is set to continue in 2015 pt2
Tony Willson concludes his piece about the key trends for the coming year in elearning. Improved efficiencies Learning times are also significantly reduced with elearning. A study by the Brandon-Hall Group reported that elearning typically requires from 40-60% less employee time than when the same material is delivered in a traditional classroom setting. This impacts […]
How to work more effectively in 2015
As February kicks in, Bostjan Bregar tells us how to work smarter without the need for any extra limbs. The continual development of digital technology, coupled with the improving accessibility to it, means that companies of all sizes are now able to compete globally more than ever before. In such a competitive environment it is […]
Five benefits of mobile learning solutions for your business
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 […]
Learning Technologies 2015: Live Coverage
It's here again! Learning Technologies 2015 kicks off on Wednesday but if you can't attend, get all the best soundbites right here. We go live at 9am GMT. Live Blog Learning Technologies 2015 window.cilAsyncInit = function() {cilEmbedManager.init()};(function() {if (window.cilVwRand === undefined) { window.cilVwRand = Math.floor(Math.random()*10000000); }var e = document.createElement(‘script’);e.async = true;var domain = (document.location.protocol […]
Video production tips: Sound
Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, shares his latest video production tips. This edition focuses on sound. Video Arts specialises in video for learning and runs regular workshops for anyone who wants to make their own videos for learning. Learn more about making your own videos Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, […]
Is email dead?
We know you might have come to this via a news bulletin, but nevertheless, read on. It is now 43 years since the first ever email was sent. The technology that is now part of our day-to-day lives has moved on remarkably in this time and has completely transformed how we interact in both our […]
Video production tips: Setting
Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, shares his latest video production tips. Video Arts specialises in video for learning and runs regular workshops for anyone who wants to make their own videos for learning. Learn more about making your own videos. Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, shares his latest video production […]
L&D industry insight: Glyn Davies
Recently, we caught up with ILX’s Glyn Davies to talk about gamification. Is it finally starting to cross over? Listen and find out. Recently, we caught up with ILX’s Glyn Davies to talk about gamification. Is it finally starting to cross over? Listen and find out.
Private Training Provider Owner / Director – a question…
I'm currently developing a training management solution and I want to put the power back into your hands. The system will give you one simple and transparent central hub from which you can identify new opportunities, market your courses, manage enquiries, schedule your courses and resources, communicate course information with delegates, manage exams and qualifications and […]
Video production tips: Lighting
Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, shares more great video production tips. Video Arts specialises in video for learning and runs regular workshops for anyone who wants to make their own videos for learning. Learn more about making your own videos. Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, shares more great video production […]
Insight: Lack of skills hindering Big Data uptake
A new survey has identified resourcing issues as the top barrier preventing businesses from successfully managing and exploiting the possibilities opened up to them by Big Data solutions. The research, carried out in Spring 2014 and sponsored by Talend, found that nearly two out of every five (39%) organisations cited a lack of skills or […]
Big data skills for big IT jobs
If you think there’s no connection between home improvements and big data, think again. Today, big data is a big deal – especially if you’re looking for employment. Few would argue that technology has raced ahead of the ability to analyse the information we generate. A tidal wave of big data is upon most industry […]
Five new technologies your office should be using
One of the best ways to get ahead of your competitors and become an industry leader is to make sure you are using the latest office technologies. Nick Williams looks at five new technologies and how you can benefit from them. Tablet technology Although desktop and laptop computers still serve a purpose in the office, […]
L&D news round-up: 16 October
News time again – enjoy! Cloud skills certification can add zeros to your pay cheque – The Register Changes ‘damage skills policies’ – The Berwick Advertiser What’s Best: Individual Or Team Leadership? Lessons From Apple, Google And More – Forbes UK Skills Charity: Political Parties Should Shun Short-Term Election Pledges – International Business Times Why is the UK […]
Video production tips: Framing
Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, shares more great video production tips. Video Arts specialises in video for learning and runs regular workshops for anyone who wants to make their own videos for learning. Learn more about making your own videos. Colin Burgess, Head of Content at Video Arts, shares more great video […]
Has running a business from home become easier?
Despite Marissa Meyer’s best efforts, remote working is becoming more commonplace. Tom Chapman takes things a step further – why not run your own business from home? The last few years have shown exceptional growth in new businesses starting up in the UK. In July 2014 alone there were a staggering 2,900,000 home businesses. The […]
Getting more value from technology training
Self-taught skills can only go so far, says Kirstin Donoghue of Connect. The ultimate aim of any training scheme must be to ensure that a business optimises performance and, therefore, reduces overheads and increases revenue. However, it’s surprising how many companies actually waste their training budget – or at least postpone return on investment – […]
Six BYOD issues not related to security
Nick Williams doesn’t want to bore you with yet another list of the security issues surrounding BYOD. So here’s some advice on some of the issues you may not have thought about yet. According to market research by Gartner Inc, by 2016 it is predicted that almost four in 10 organisations will rely on ‘Bring Your […]
The TrainingZone podcast – August 2014
No guest interview this month, so Jon and Kate take an extended look at the news from around the web. Apprenticeships, gadgets, GCSEs, Skillsoft, is there nothing these two can’t cover? Links to the stories: face-to-face or online?, infographics for learning, self-employment in UK is booming, gadgets or sleep?, top 30 apprenticeship employers Subscribe free […]
Insight: Skills shortage putting engineering and tech businesses at risk
Over half of employers in the engineering and technology sector are struggling with skills shortages, putting the future of their business at risk, according to a new study. Findings from the Institution of Engineering and Technology’s (IET) annual report on skills have revealed that demand for staff remains high, with 51% of employers in the […]