IT Training Programme
I am designing a training programme for a company from ground level, most of the training is client based. I need some help to identify a training programme that covers clients business needs and requirements, i have been using a number of books, but i need some info from the more experienced. Thanks Rory Peterson […]
What software is available for creating training materials
My orghanisations has developed its own learning materials which are currently on Mircosoft Word. These documents will be stored on a web site so that they can be downloaded and filled in by particpants and then emailed back. My probem is that using form fields in word works ok, but are not always received as […]
DigitalThink on the acquisition trail
In signs of increasing consolidation within the e-learning market, DigitalThink recently announced its intention of acquiring LearningByte International, a US-based custom e-learning content house. LearningByte has a strong track record of custom content solutions in the US and has been particularly active in the automative and airline sectors.The acquisition should be compled by September 30th […]
Hackers: a new terrorism.
A new worm cleverly disguised as an antiviral tool has emerged earlier this week. But don’t worry the AII3agro worm is neither threatening nor is it spreading quickly. The issue here is that hackers are continually creating new innovative viruses and programmes designed to disrupt and cause mayhem.Convicted hacker, Lee Alan Ashurst, states “…the prime […]
Seeking opinions on standards & compliance
Many e-learning vendors claim their products are compliant with a particular standard, but “compliant” can have many meanings depending on where you sit. It should be the responsibility of the vendor to advise the customer of the standards to which their product conforms.What experiences, both good and bad, have you had with e-learning standards?– has […]
THINQ launches mid-range LMS
This week THINQ Learning Solutions announced a new product for mid-sized companies – typically with up to 5,000 employees – that need learning management system (LMS) capabilities without the management and maintenance overhead of an enterprise-scale LMS. The newproduct, called the THINQ Learning Manager, based on the THINQ TrainingServer® Learning Management System technology, provides mission […]
Can anyone recommend a qualification for our Web Designer?
Our web designer is looking for a qualification to encorporate web design and the use of technology in communications/customer focus.The ones we have looked at are mainly too technical or too basic.Your recommendations would be appreciated. Claire Collis Our web designer is looking for a qualification to encorporate web design and the use of technology […]
Are there differences between IT & soft skills training?
Do you think there is a difference between the skills and approaches needed by soft skills trainers as opposed to IT trainers?Many thanksMargaret Sergeantmargaret@office-associates.co.uk margaret sergeant Do you think there is a difference between the skills and approaches needed by soft skills trainers as opposed to IT trainers?Many thanksMargaret Sergeantmargaret@office-associates.co.uk margaret sergeant
Learner resource centre?
I have been tasked with looking for software, books, resources etc. for a LRC we are setting up within my call centre.Can anyone recommend any good resources or where to find any info/catologues etc.Thanks in advance Lisa Young I have been tasked with looking for software, books, resources etc. for a LRC we are setting […]
Ice-breaking ideas for IT training sessions
I am a trainer who does MS Apps trainings and bespoke/inhouse software trainings for a large company with a mixed bag of users – both in terms of job roles and ability. I would really like to start using short ice-breaking sessions (ie 5-10 mins) to get the group animated and enthusiastic about the rest […]
TrainingZONE Glossary – how to get your details included
If you or your company specialise in using one of these methods in your training, there are opportunities for you to be listed with an entry and hyperlink on the appropriate glossary page. With the glossary pages offering a quick introduction and access to a library of common training terms, the reader will be able […]
Help with MS Outlook
I’m looking for training material for some inhouse MS Outlooki trainig which I have to organise.Does anyone have any notes they can send me please. John Mooney I’m looking for training material for some inhouse MS Outlooki trainig which I have to organise.Does anyone have any notes they can send me please. John Mooney
e-learningZONE: Seeking interesting news
If you have news or interesting information related to developments in e-learning, please forward to us to review and potentially place on the e-learningZONE News area… success stories, win reports, articles, product announcements or opinion.All submissions should be sent by e-mail to elearningzone@elearnity.com.We are interested in all news regarding e-learning, but particularly e-learning news with […]
How would you describe e-learning
I want to inform a group of tutors, by illustration, of the opportunities that ILT provides and the means of developing e-learning, in order to motivate them to use ILT. I am also looking for a clear and simple definition of e-learning.The tutors will have good ICT skills but little knowledge of how they might […]
Online Testing / Diagnostic Tools
I am looking for tools that can help me to analyse training needs across an Intranet of around 5000+ users.The testing or diagnostic tool needs to be easily configurable, html based, deliverable over a network that uses primarily “thin client” technology, and above all – it must be quick and fun to do.I am interested […]
Palm sued for destroying PCs
Consumers are claiming that Palm products have fried their PCs. It’s alleged that HotSync, the feature used to synchronise data between the Palm and the PC, is responsible for damaging the PCs motherboard. Apparently, the feature can also disable the serial port on certain computers. The suit was filed on Tuesday by Pinnacle Law Group […]
FiftyOn provides support and training for ‘silver surfers’
FiftyOn (www.fiftyon.co.uk) is an employment website for the over 50s. In addition to career advice and recruitment opportunities it also provides lifestyle offerings to a market that is currently growing faster than any other internet user group.Today more than 4 million people in the UK over the age of fifty own a computer, and half […]
‘Bricks-and-clicks’: The future for Business Schools
At the beginning of last month, when we launched the CPD Business School on TrainingZONE, we introduced it by suggesting that one of the key benefits of using an action learning approach is its flexibility in allowing the individual to gain an insight into their own learning. In this article, Jonathan Hollands of Warwick Business […]
Mobile connection
I have a mobile and a laptop plus the cable to link them. How do I turn the mobile into a modem to get connected without a land line phone? Andy Brown I have a mobile and a laptop plus the cable to link them. How do I turn the mobile into a modem to […]
LMS alliances continue through the summer
THINQ and Peoplesoft form strategic alliance…The aim of this new alliance is to extend learning management capabilities, particularly the launching and tracking of e-learning courses and consolidated training procurement, for Peoplesoft customers.“Although THINQ TrainingServer LMS and PeopleSoft HRMS both manage training from a ‘people’ perspective, by adding the THINQ LMS joint customers will be able […]
