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eLearning ideas abound in the new Online Learning Idea Book from Pfeiffer
There’s something unusually satisfying about a book edited by one of us – for us. The topics are the kind of things we’d share with each other if we all worked at the same company or sat in the same office building…..but we don’t have that co-location luxury. This book brings all of us together in the same room (intellectually, at least) to show and teach each other our best tips and tricks.
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eLearning Avatar creation using LivingActor from Cantoche (product review and demo)
The process for creating avatars is simple and straight-forward. Navigation controls are found in intuitive places, are clearly labeled with what they do – and behave as expected.
Review: Handbook of Improving Performance in the Workplace
I’m an avid reader of books – especially any book that I think has something interesting to teach. I’ve been asked before “What should an instructional designer know?” – as if it can be summed up in a few sentences, or paragraphs, or pages. A well-rounded instructional designer has a myriad of knowledge, skills and … Continue Reading
Design is Everywhere: Flaw in Google’s 3D model of Nexus phone
Being an avid user of iPhone (but irritated that they prevent me from seeing Flash) I wanted to check out the new Google Nexus phone. I went to their 3D model, was able to drag-to-rotate it, but… (see image) Nexus Phone 3D Model The instructions say to click “pull” in order to see specs. There’s … Continue Reading
Review: The Complete Guide to Simulations and Serious Games by Clark Aldrich
Unlike authors who write from deep within academia, Clark reaches out to field professionals constantly to keep apprised of what is most important to the people on the front lines of learning.
Editorial: Killing our peers with worst practices
When we don’t do all the good things we tell our clients to do – we lose credibility. I just sat through 90 minutes of talking head death by PowerPoint.
