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Rapid e-Learning Takeaways from Bersin & Associates’ 2012 Predictions
It’s 2012 and time to look at some e-Learning predictions for the new year and what they mean for rapid e-Learning development and implementation. Bersin & Associates (B & A), well known and respected for their extensive learning and talent management research, recently released “Strategic Human Resources and Talent Management: Predictions for 2012” full of predictions for e-Learning in the new year.
While this report mainly emphasizes the changes for HR and talent management, it also focuses on the major shift of technology, making very relevant predictions for rapid e-Learning development.
Bersin & Associates 4 major shifts for training technology:
- Bite-size chunk e-Learning: Bersin & Associates attributes YouTube, Google and Facebook with “instant gratification” for learners that prescribe a shift away from traditional e-Learning to smaller segments that take less time to complete. Sizing down the content into smaller segments and exercises makes learning more appealing for our learners.
- Online Video: Since video plays on virtually any device we own (computers, tablets and phones), B & A says “video will continue to explode in 2012.” Inclusion of video in rapid e-Learning content – wherever possible – makes interesting, valuable content not only accessible, but also engaging. You can insert YouTube videos directly into both Snap! by Lectora® and Snap! EmpowerTM content so your learners don’t even have to leave your course. You can also easily create your own video in Snap! by Lectora!
- Mobile Learning: It’s everywhere. mLearning delivers content to your learners when and where it is convenient for them. This makes it possible to connect with and engage learners easily. Snap! Empower flash interactions builder and Lectora® e-Learning software already publish to mobile devices and make it simple to join the mobile movement. You can instantly place Snap! by Lectora creations directly into Lectora to push content out to mobile devices if you use this rapid e-Learning software. (For more information, take a look at: Snap! Empower Publish to SWF and Video and Snap! by Lectora Expert to Lectora and Other Resources.)
- “Gamification:” In addition to creating games, you can actually use “gamification” to create a type of gaming atmosphere where learners can achieve with points and badges, complete levels and overcome challenges – all within the overall learning process. Engage learners in new ways with fun, interactive techniques. (For more information, please see “The Gamification of Corporate Human Resources,” Bersin & Associates.)
Trend: Social Learning
A trend we couldn’t possibly leave out and one B & A considers as “one of the biggest trends in training,” social learning enables organizations to easily connect learners to subject matter experts and peers for the supply, exchange and flow of valuable information. With a nod to companies like IBM (who partners with Lectora to implement their social learning initiative), B & A claims, “if you do not have a social learning strategy, you will fall behind.”
Both Snap! by Lectora and Snap! Empower publish to the leading social media sites, making it super simple to push your rapid e-Learning content to the places where your learners can connect with each other and with experts to gain and exchange knowledge. Don’t be afraid to tap into social spaces like YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter as a valuable resource for your learners!
What does all of this mean for rapid e-Learning?
Put short and sweet: In order to achieve rapid e-Learning success, deliver and tailor your content to your learner where and how it works best for them. If it’s mobile, social, in small chunks, as a video or includes a gaming atmosphere, you are likely to engage your learners more than ever in 2012. And, you can achieve all this with Snap! by Lectora and Snap! Empower.
Have you had success with any of these predictions already? Challenges? Share your experiences with us in the comments below.
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Molly Horn is a Content Evangelist at Trivantis Corporation. She graduated from University of Cincinnati with a degree in Communication and focus in Public Relations. |
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Early Bird Discount for 2012 Lectora User Conference Expires Soon!
Time is running out to receive early bird pricing on the 2012 Lectora User Conference! When you register today, you’ll receive the discounted price of $495 and will have the opportunity to network with hundreds of fellow Lectora® users at this one-of-a-kind e-Learning event. The 2012 Lectora User Conference takes place on May 22 – 24 in the heart of Chicago at the world-famous Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile.
The much-anticipated 2012 Lectora User Conference features an exciting agenda packed with dozens of valuable breakout sessions, workshops and presentations that are sure to improve your e-Learning expertise. In addition, you’ll meet Trivantis team members and work with hundreds of Lectora users and e-Learning professionals from around the world. You’ll also get to experience all the excitement that downtown Chicago has to offer. And, this low price even includes the cost of breakfast and lunch on the days of the event.
Sign up today and receive the early bird price of $495 before it expires on December 31, 2011. Also, don’t forget to submit your proposal to present at the conference and gain recognition in the e-Learning community. For more information about the 2012 Lectora User Conference, including registration details and hotel reservation information, please visit: 2012 Lectora User Conference.
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1-Click Publish to Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook
Snap! Empower™ Flash interactions builder enables anyone to create full-featured Flash animations quickly, easily and affordably. Although this is revolutionary in and of itself, Snap! Empower takes things one step further with another major feature: the ability to share rapid e-Learning content with the world with just a click of the mouse. Capable of publishing content straight to Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and SnapChannel.com, Snap! Empower gives you yet another reason to be addicted to your favorite social media sites.
One-click social media publishing options make Snap! Empower the only content-creation tool that allows users to send content directly from their desktop application to their favorite social media outlets. To publish content, simply select the social network of your choice, enter additional comments and press the share button. In moments, your video content is posted for everyone to see!
Check out all the useful, fun benefits of this feature:
- Easily share content with friends, family and co-workers through the social media sites you already use on a daily basis, including Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, YouTube and SnapChannel.com.
- Publish a wide variety of content, including interactive Flash files and creative videos.
- Promote social learning by sharing informative, educational e-Learning content with others over the web.
When sharing rapid e-Learning content with the world is just one click away, the possibilities are endless. Start creating and sharing today with a free 30-day trial of Snap! Empower.
Joanna Von Luehrte is the Social Media Specialist at Trivantis Corporation. She is a graduate of Xavier University with a B.A. in Advertising. In her spare time, she enjoys long-distance running, pastel drawing and trying new foods.
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Show Off Your Social Skills on SnapChannel.com
There’s a new way to socialize with your peers and connect with coworkers on a variety of levels–and it’s called SnapChannel.com. For every Snap! by Lectora presentation, video or file that is uploaded, members can comment or “like” through Facebook, tweet it out, share on LinkedIn, give a five star rating or leave a video or text response all within the site. No matter what you’re preferred method for online communication, SnapChannel.com gives you the resources to bond over exciting PowerPoint to Flash presentations made with the latest rapid e-Learning software.
And that's the part that takes thought and effort. Uploading PowerPoint presentations to SnapChannel.com is almost easier and quicker than sending out a tweet, which is demonstrated by the Upload to SnapChannel.com Snap! by Lectora Guided Tour.
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1. Create a free account and upload your presentations, videos and documents for everyone to see.
2. When your content has been posted, forward the presentation link to your friends, family and coworkers. Then, post it on social networking sites to watch your popularity grow.
Connect and share on SnapChannel.com
Viewers can browse content by keyword or category, and if your uploaded material matches visitors’ interests, they’ll be sure to see it. In addition to sharing your own content, your free membership to SnapChannel.com enables you to view eLearning material from others. With plenty of videos and presentations right at your fingertips, you're sure to find something that meets your needs.
No matter what type of project you’ve created, SnapChannel.com brings people together with a common purpose to view and share others’ unique eLearning content. You can use the site to share ideas with coworkers, send a funny video to your friends or as a platform for your learners to marvel at the exceptional capabilities of your course. A prime example of social learning at its best.
To learn more, view all of the Snap! by Lectora Guided Tours.
Share your presentation for free on Snap! Live or SnapChannel.com and let the world enjoy and interact with your e-Learning creation.
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Heather Thomas is the Social Media Lead at Trivantis Corporation. She is a senior public relations student at Kent State University and is interested in corporate PR and social media. She enjoys traveling, reading and writing. |
