E-trainers not yet comfortable with technology, says ETV
The Electronic Training Village’s latest survey entitled ‘Trainer’s skills for e-learning’ finds that many are not yet at ease with the technology and delivery methods required and need to develop their skills further.The report reveals that technical knowledge is still lacking among those moving into the field of e-learning from traditional delivery methods. Almost half […]
IITT e-learning conference 2000
The Institute of IT Training (IITT) are holding a two day conference at the Hilton Hotel in Coventry on the 9 & 10 November 2000, as this Institute states that they have been inundated with requests for e-learning guidance.This conference will be covering issues relating to the creation, purchase and support of e-learning. They are […]
E-learning Network Conference
The e-learning network, an organisation set up for users of technology in training are holding their next conference on the topic of the use of simulation and broadband technology in e-learning.The conference, to be held at the SCI in London on Thursday 23 November, will have examples on show of simulation equipment used to train […]
Hacker had access to Microsoft System for 12 days
Microsoft have reported that a hacker gained access to their computer system for around 12 days and not five weeks as originally stated. No major corporate secrets were stolen, however they are not sure yet whether this hacker has done any damage to their system.A Microsoft spokesperson stated that the hacker did gain access to […]
Literacy Skills launched online by Maxim Training
Maxim Training, one of the UK’s independent developers of CD-ROM and online multimedia training, and recently acquired by KnowledgePool, is launching a range of literacy skills courses to be delivered online. Designed for simple, easy installation and operation, these courses are available for delivery via the Internet or corporate Intranet for a practical ‘just-in-time’ approach […]
More useful hints and tips from Microsoft
Within this article are a few additional useful features that you may find of interest.Office 2001 For MACOffice 2001 for Mac is the newest way for Macintosh users to get their work done efficiently. The suite features Word, Excel, Entourage, and PowerPoint(r) as well as a new interface with a modern Macintosh look. The new […]
Quality and credibility – key issues facing the future of e-learning
Speaking today at the CIPD Harrogate exhibition, Ciaran Dyar, a director of emergeSmart.com listed what he regards as the critical issues for the industry at a time when there is huge competition for market share and public attention.EmergeSmart have evolved over several years to provide corporate clients with customised solutions to their learning needs. He […]
Lotus launch beta version of iNotes
Lotus have recently launched a beta version of iNotes working on an ongoing strategy of making collaboration between other platforms an easier task.The improved version of iNotes is intended to enable access to Domino-based applications both online and offline, earlier versions could only support online use. This access to Domino messaging and collaboration services are […]
ASTD’s Learning Circuits Express – October 19, 2000
ASTD’s LEARNING CIRCUITS EXPRESS – October 19, 2000 Learning Circuits Express is an information service provided by Learning Circuits, ASTD’s online magazine about e-learning. (www.learningcircuits.org). Feel free to forward this newsletter to friends, co-workers, and colleagues to share the latest in e-learning news, trends, and community. Scroll to the end of this message for FREE […]
The future of Novell Certification
In the world of networking professionals, Novell has always been respected and some might even go as far as to call it the ‘Father of Networking’.Over five years ago, more than two thirds of the worlds networks were operating Novell software, therefore many of the rules that still dictate modern networking systems were written by […]
Workers cost £25m a year by shopping online during office hours
A recent survey conducted by SurfControl have estimated that as much as £25m a year could be lost by businesses when their office workers are spending their time conducting personal activities rather than carrying out their job.These findings were based on a thousand employees spending one hour of their time on the internet for personal […]
Benefits of online training survey highlights employers not convinced
A recent survey conducted by the accountancy firm KPMG and published by the Campaign for Learning charity highlighted that 40% of employers were not aware of how many e-learners were within their establishment and also how much of the training budget was dedicated to this method of learning. This finding was aimed at 250 FTSE […]
NetIQ develop software for migration to Microsoft Exchange 2000
NetIQ Corporation are a provider of e-business infrastructure software have recently announced that they will be launching their software next year for migrating from Microsoft Exchange 5.5 to the recently released Microsoft Exchange 2000 messaging platform.The company whose headquarters are in Santa Clara, California states that their Exchange Migrator 1.0 will enable selective migration of […]
Xebec McGraw-Hill’s survey results: has the e-learning bubble burst?
At the beginning of this month, Xebec McGraw-Hill released the results of their third annual survey, Corporate Foundations for E-learning Success, which was conducted into the use and take-up of online learning in the UK. Managing Director Michael Smith spoke with TrainingZONE at the WOLCE event and was keen to explain why this survey was […]
Review – Microsoft Exchange 2000
The future for MS exchange 2000 certainly looks much better than the previous 5.5 version and apparently a completely new look and feel has been made to the messaging and groupware platform and suggests the beginning of the end for traditional client/server messaging architecture.The functionality and reliability are much improved and this version looks and […]
WOLCE review
TrainingZONE has a problem. How to avoid becoming jaded by attending exhibitions where the same companies appear time and time again?It could be the lack of exciting distractions, which Training Solutions seemed to excel at, but WOLCE appeared to have the same dilemma. Full of familiar names (and a few new upstarts) from the world […]
Voice Recognition Software – Voice Xpress Professional 5.0 Review
Many voice-recognition software systems always sound good in theory but actually when it comes to using them makes the good old trusty keyboard still a personal favourite. With more people using computers and less with actual keyboard skills, voice-recognition software may sound appealing.Lernout & Hauspie’s Voice Xpress Professional 5.0 has received quite a few strong […]
Xebec holding free seminars on how to implement on-line learning
If you are looking for information about implementing on-line learning within your organisation, then this may be what you are looking for to help with your case.Xebec McGraw-Hill are running UK-wide seminars outlining the benefits and from these sessions will also provide attendees with appropriate guidelines for introducing and implementing training programmes within your organisation.Delegates […]
E-Learning – What to look for in a solution
Already, you may have devoured many articles outlining what you need to implement a successful e-Learning strategy but from time to time, all solutions need reviewing to ensure it is up-to-date and still relevant for your company’s business needs and more importantly for those people taking a course of learning through technology.Pro-active organisations will always […]
The Transmeta Microprocessor chip
Apparently if you are a real anorak in the IT world, the new breakthrough in technological advancement that has all techies jumping up and down in wild excitement is the announcement of the new Transmeta Crusoe processor.Don’t just grunt and move on to the next story, believe me, this is supposed to be exciting! This […]
