Instructional Design & E-Learning Professionals' Group

Are your employees actually learning from technology-based training programs? Much has been written about the technology of training. The story-line is often the same: companies are champing at the bit for the opportunity to exercise the latest training technologies in an effort to reach employees effectively while reducing costs. This trend is understandable. Technology has made training much more convenient, an essential factor for global enterprises that need to train employees across the world. Instead of supersizing the travel budget to bring employees to the home office or other training center, technology can help trim their bottom line by pushing training out into the regional offices. But are their employees better trained as a result of this technological boom? With companies fast abandoning traditional instructor-lead training in favor of tech-based training, it is increasingly important to ensure that technology remains the training messenger rather than becoming the message.

Camtasia, Articulate, Captivate, Composica or Raptivity? Which eLearning Authoring Tool is the best based on your clients? Could we see demos?

Lead eLearning Designer / Lead Instructional Designer, Hertfordshire, UK Edissero specialises in the permanent and contract recruitment of technical authors, eLearning instructional designers and other information development roles. Our award-winning software client has an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Lead eLearning / Lead Instructional Designer to be a key contributor to their new Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) products. This is a rare opportunity to shape and drive the eLearning/instructional design function.

We are currently looking for talented and experienced Instructional Designers to work on a variety of potential elearning projects, specifically in the Defence sector. Twofour resource instructional design through a pool of contractors, a pool we are currently looking to expand. We are looking for a hands on Instructional Designer with a thorough instructional knowledge, a good creative eye and an excellent understanding of technology and media; someone who is used to working closely with Subject Matter Experts, as well as Learners and stakeholders. A good communicator, you must have experience and be able to work closely with media developers to commission relevant assets.

Last Mile Learning is a key initiative of LINGOs (Learning in NGOs), a not-for-profit NGO. LINGOs' vision is for anyone working to reduce poverty and alleviate suffering in the developing world to have access to world-class learning opportunities at little or no cost. about LingosThe "last mile" concept originated in the telecommunications/cable industry. The "last mile" is the final leg of delivering connectivity from a communications provider to a customer. This last mile is a logistical challenge because mapping the final destination wires and cables to remote rural areas without an existing structure of connectivity is physically rigorous. The "last mile" idea also applies to serving areas in need of humanitarian relief. Aid supplies are sometimes able to reach a central transport hub in an affected area but need the additional planning and networking to get resources transferred to those pockets of need without waste, loss, or misdirection. With LINGOs' Last Mile Learning, educational resources reach those critically in need, capitalizing on existing intellectual capital, goodwill and efficiencies of scale.

I have some legacy Flash projects that are up for revamp, it has simple interactive quiz type questions. If you were in my position, would you switch to HTML5? Moreover, I am looking at interactive "games" software etc Raptivity, it's almost entirely in Flash. Would you recommend buying Raptivity? I'm really sorry to say that it's stupid for the whole world to be trying to get rid of a technology that is working well and pervasive. Many of us have invested heavily in Flash. Am I to think now that I have to avoid Flash? Obviously, the games and fun interactive activities like crossword puzzles, etc are most suitable for Mobile devices. However, many of us invested heavily in Flash and non-technical as I am, I question if HTML5 can indeed replace Flash. I just want to hear your views.

This position reports to a Lead Instructional Designer as a member of a cross-functional team and is responsible for the design and development of training materials and courseware. The courseware may be produced for many different industries and will be delivered in an increasing variety of delivery media including Web, Interactive Distance Learning (IDL) , Virtual Classroom Training (VCT), or Instructor Led hands on. Limited travel to support development and validation of course materials may be required. This individual is responsible for designing and developing training materials that:

TrainingFolks is seeking a Sr. Instructional Designer/Architect to fulfill our client's learning initiatives. This role is based in Alexandria, VA and is part of a team of 9 instructional designers!

TrueBridge Resources, one of the nation's fastest growing talent acquisition firms, works with clients to fill Contract, Contract-to-Hire, and Direct Hire opportunities within Accounting/Finance and Information Technology. Bridge your career to the next level and experience what sets TrueBridge apart. Our client, based in Middle TN, is searching for a candidate to fulfill the role of Instructional Designer.

In this post I will present you The Ultimate list of Free Stock Photos Sites for eLearning. If anyone of you have used one or more of the above Free Stock Photos Sites I will very much appreciate if he/she share with us his experience! If you know another Free Stock Photos Sites that is not included in the list I will highly appreciate if you leave a comment with a link!

Writing test questions for eLearning courses I am trying to improve my skills in writing effective multiple choice test questions. It seems an area that takes a fair amount of time and effort to learn how to do well! I have researched and read a great deal of information which is helpful, but I am wondering if anyone from the group has advice, helpful hints or suggestions on writing test questions.

Yum University is uniquely positioned to advance the development of all employees. This role is a growth opportunity for a high potential Instructional Designer with 4-6 years experience. Will assume responsibility for creatively designing and developing instructionally sound content to meet the global business objectives, with a focuson leadership, culture, and functional development.

The Instructional Designer - Product Readiness, at ExactTarget provides instructional design, e-learning experience, and project management in the conception, design, development, deployment, and maintenance of learning solutions in support of ExactTarget's product lines with a focus on the launch of new product offerings and features. instructional designer position at Indianapolis elearning industry jobs instructional designer position at ExactTarget Instructional Designer Product Readiness job at ExactTarget instructional designer job at Indianapolis

I am preparing a presentation on the future of e-learning for HE education. Any suggestions on best technologies? What do you think will be here in 5 years and has a good pedagogical basis? David Goodman said: What does the future learning technologies look like for the northerm hemisphere vs the southern? West vs East? rich vs poor? A polticial question - does everyone wish that others have an improved learning experience? Education is an economic, job unemployment, citizen compliance, conformance, etc. issue. Having left my soapbox of babble - I would like to see a visual, immersive board that is haptic and responsive to my learning whims. My learning world will change as I touch a topic, reference, picture, sound, etc - that may all be related or not.I would like to become a hologram sitting in a virtual environment listening and seeing Homer with discussions going on with many others who debate him on his philosophy as it pertains to us today. Dreaming is OK with me.

What are you doing in your organization? Could you please share with us your best practices? Susan Demoya said: I recently posted a blog "The Power of Social Media in Hospice Education and Training" on ways that I think hospice educators could incorporate social media as an educational tool. It seems like such a vast area of opportunity for all educators and I would welcome any comments from the group on how social media is used in your organization for training and education.

Do you share source files of your e-Learning deliverable with the client? Would you share it WITHOUT additional cost? IF NOT, then how do you calculate the price? Does a standard ratio apply?

The Systems Hardware Curriculum Development team is part of the Systems Product Development organization and is responsible for developing training for the SPARC, X86, Storage, Tape, Networking, Engineered Systems, and Optimized Solutions. We plan, design, and develop high-quality and timely technical training materials including Instructor Led, Web-based and informal e-learning. We work with Oracle lines of business to deliver those materials effectively so that customers, partners, and Oracle personnel can deploy and use Server Technologies products rapidly and successfully.

The Ultimate list of Open Source Learning Management Systems. If anyone of you have used one or more of the above open source LMS I will very much appreciate if he/she share with us his experience! If you know another open source LMS that is not included in the list I will highly appreciate if you leave a comment with a link!

Veredus is looking for experienced technical writers for a contract to permanent position. There are multiple openings at the senior level! The openings are for production of internal support documentation of Enterprise-class Windows and UNIX-based distributed infrastructure platforms.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provides instructional design and development expertise and service support for Memorial Blood Services. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Percent of Time) Instructional Design 50% Partners with internal and external customers to assess learning needs, identify training solutions, and evaluate outcomes to ensure objectives are met. Responsible to develop, manage, and deliver a variety of learning solutions, using adult learning principles and instructional design concepts. Technical 30% Responsible for writing and validating procedures (Standard Operating Procedures). Assists with documentation and maintenance of training records, plans, roles, and competency assessments to ensure regulatory compliance. Responsible for approving course materials. Responsible for developing and maintaining continuing education. Develop, revise and prepare competency assessments. Responsible for responding to audits and request variances. Additional Responsibilities 10 % Responsible for conducting training and retraining. Responsible for Project Management, such as Lean, project leads, leadership and change management. Perform other tasks as assigned. Project Management 10% Change Management Lean Project Leads Leadership Job Address: 737 Pelham Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55114 Job Salary: $40-55k