TUC launches online learning service for members
The TUC launches its new web-based learning system on Tuesday.learnOnline is developed in developed in partnership with London-based IT specialists, Online Publishing Education Ltd.The launch event will be posted by David Blunkett, and includes representatives from many TUC related organisations. A virtual conference will form part of the proceedings, demonstrating the reach of elearning methods.learnOnline […]
Toolbox Central: resources for online learning
If you are interested in online learning development, delivery and evaluation, take a few minutes to visit the Australian National Training Authoritie’s Toolbox Central at http://www.toolboxcentral.com.It has a collection of useful resources. If you are interested in online learning development, delivery and evaluation, take a few minutes to visit the Australian National Training Authoritie’s Toolbox […]
Solstra announces partnership with SmartForce
Solstra, the online learning management system designed by a BT partnership company, has announced a partnership with SmartForce, one of the larger elearning companies. As a result, SmartForce is offering 1200 of its IT training courses available to Sostra customers.The Solstra platform is specifically designed for internet and company intranet delivery of online learning. This […]
Taking training online
This report by Epic Group plc was commissioned by Technologies for Training Ltd, with funding from the UK Department for Education and Employment.It aims to * assess the features that characterise successful online learning * forecast the potential for online learning and * provide a framework model for developing and implementing online learning.The report is […]
Online Learning News – 21 March issue
A news and idea service of Bill Communications Inc. (Lakewood)Tuesday, Mar. 21, 2000 Vol. 2, No. 52__________________________________________________________________Boost knowledge and eliminate hassles — Try top-rated e-learningfrom DigitalThink: http://www.digitalthink.com/guests/olceu.html__________________________________________________________________THIS WEEK:1. Napster, training and you2. A big step for online video?3. Rising with your tide of content4. Notes with Authorware and ToolBook? No5. Cries for help: Selling them […]
‘How to be an Online Tutor’ by Julia Duggleby
How to be an Online TutorBy Julia DugglebyGower 2000 Hardback Price: £39.50As more and more organisations are turning to use the new technologies to enhance learning and training, there is an increasing demand for online tutors to support and facilitate learning.This book, although looks small for the price, is an excellent resource. It is concise, […]
hr-software.net
A US site offering a comprehensive array of software for HR use including:-360-Degree Feedback-Applicant Tracking-Compensation Administration-HRIS-Interactive Voice Response-Intranets-Payroll-Personnel Scheduling-Time and Attendance-Benefits Administration-EEO Compliance-Emp. Feedback/Opinion Surveys-Emp. Self Service Apps.-Job Posting-Organizational Charts-Testing/Selection-Performance Appraisal-Training and DevelopmentThe site also offers some free software and plenty of softare demos. A US site offering a comprehensive array of software for HR […]
Online Learning News – 14 March issue
A news and idea service of Bill Communications Inc. (Lakewood)Tuesday, Mar. 14, 2000 Vol. 2, No. 51__________________________________________________________________Novell delivers two key pieces of Net Services: NDS eDirectory forWindows 2000, NDS eDirectory for Linux: http://www.novell.com.__________________________________________________________________THIS WEEK:1. Her new cable modem: All deliberate speed2. Keep KnowledgePlanet in your scope3. When seeing is believing4. Assume II: Maybe, no, yes, […]
Interview of the month: Ian Clague, founder, BlueU
BlueU.com are one of the UK’s new e-learning companies. Founded only a year ago, BlueU.com has already created significant market awareness, created a substantial content portfolio and pioneered a number of new developments. This week, TrainingZONE interviewed Ian Clague the man behind the company.TrainingZONE: Ian, BlueU.com has made quite a splash already. How does BlueU.com […]
Invitation to run online workshops and courses
As the programme for TrainingZone’s Learning Campus rolls out, we’re looking for trainers eager to expand their expertise and audience by participating in the online workshop programme or the online tutoring programme.Online workshop programmeWorkshop’s run every week. The present schedule includes a workshop every Tuesday but this will shortly be expanded to other regular slots […]
Experiences in online learning
This is the transcript of the TrainingZone Online Workshop held on 7 March 2000 and led by Martine Barclay.( (Martine Barclay) Hello everyone. Welcome to the Online Learning session. Is there any particular topic that you would like to start off with?(nick c) Hi Ian thanks for stting me up so I can participate(ian) How […]
Online Learning News – 6 March issue
A news and idea service of Bill Communications Inc. (Lakewood)Tuesday, Mar. 6, 2000 Vol. 2, No. 50__________________________________________________________________Move ahead faster with e-Learning. It’s how youbuild a smart force. http://www.smartforce.com__________________________________________________________________THIS WEEK:1. What you can — and cannot — assume2. Does faster mean better?3. Coach first, e-learn later4. Answer fest! PowerPoint to the Web and more5. Our meeting […]
ASTD’s Learning Circuits webzine – February 2000
ASTD Learning Circuits magazine is a web based magazine focusing on digital learning. Here are the contents of the February issue:The Future of Digital Learning By Tom BarronWill multimedia learning outgrow its cranky adolescence and become the robust medium its proponents have long promised? The Role of Instructional Design in Multimedia DevelopmentBy Peggy Troupin Developing […]
New version of Seminar – multimedia authoring software
Communication and training consultancy Information Transfer has launched a new version of its multimedia authoring system Seminar®. The Seminar Corporate Edition includes all the original features plus enhanced facilities for training management. Described by one leading reviewer as “the simplest interface for creating computer-based training tutorials and assessments that I’ve seen to date”….Seminar is the […]
New NLO+ tool gives greater flexibility to technology-based training
NETg, one of the leading providers of technology-based training, is today launching a new tool to be known as NLO+.The company is primarily a provider of IT training, although it is partnering with several other suppliers to extend the range of TBT courses into some business and soft skills titles. A key feature of the […]
‘ToolBook II Assistant’ from click2learn
Product: ToolBook II AssistantPublisher: Click2LearnContact: 0171 454 1061Toolbook is a long-established and popular Windows CBT authoring tool designed originally for the creation of multimedia courseware on CD-ROM. In its latest version, the product has been significantly re-engineered towards online delivery on intranets or the Internet.Toolbook II Assistant is for authors who want to do absolutely […]
Online Learning News – 29 February issue
A news and idea service of Bill Communications Inc. (Lakewood)Tuesday, Feb. 29, 2000 Vol. 2, No. 49_________________________________________________________________Centra is the #1 choice of business professionals for liveeLearning. Attend a free online briefing at http://www.centra.com_________________________________________________________________THIS WEEK:1. Don’t dump classroom2. Critical success factors3. You have a new job4. Flunking chunking5. CBT for Lotus6. Window shopping: Learning as marketing_____________KEEPING […]
How to moderate an online discussion group – free course
The Hungry Minds People’s University site has an interesting free course for anyone getting involved in online learning and wanting to develop their skills and confidence.The Course Description for this short course reads: “In only a few years, live chat and discussion will be thought of and used in virtually the same way as the […]
The lie of online learning?
In an article in the February issue of Training Magazine, published online by TrainingSuperSite, David Zielinski questions the adverse impact of online learning on employees’ time.“Paul Reali wants online-learning proponents to lay all their cards on the table. He contends that cost-conscious managers who cite enormous savings as a key reason for championing these learning […]
Online Learning News – 22 February issue
A news and idea service of Bill Communications Inc. (Lakewood)Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2000 Vol. 2, No. 48_________________________________________________________________Centra is the #1 choice of business professionals for liveeLearning. Attend a free online briefing at http://www.centra.com_________________________________________________________________THIS WEEK:1. Critical success factors: Watch Costa Rica2. Your own critical success factors?3. Lunchtime Web learning4. Job hunting?5. Forest, trees, e-learning6. For emerging […]
