Digital Tools for CSOs for Remote Collaboration + WEBINARS
With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting the entire world, we are all faced with changing the ways we work and we interact within our teams and with our beneficiaries. Working remotely in small teams, organizing webinars or livestreaming events will become the norm. And now is the time to get yourself acquainted with the digital tools […]
Webinar for CSOs from EaP Countries / International Funding Opportunities for CSOs
On the 26 March 2020 (12:00 Brussels time) we will have our next webinar “International Funding Opportunities for CSOs” for civil society organisations from the Eastern Partnership Countries (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine). During this webinar we will focus on funding opportunities on regional and national level for civil society organisations working in Eastern […]
Webinar for EU Grantees / Advocacy for Impact
EU grantees (civil society organisations implementing EU-funded projects) from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine are invited to participate in our next webinar “Advocacy for Impact”. Advocacy requires taking a stand and fighting in various arenas to make positive change happen. The focus of the webinar will be on how to implement advocacy campaign […]
Increasing the digital capacity of CSOs: webinar recordings
A series of webinars were designed within the EaP Civil Society Fellowship Programme 2019. The series of webinars were designed to cover the most relevant topics of digital tools, which would be interesting to the Ukrainian CSO managers. The webinars covered topics like cybersecurity, cloud services, instruments for data visualization, tools for project management, how […]
Filtered and Storytagger partner to take on data-driven learning
Filtered, pioneer of artificial intelligence in learning, and StoryTagger, the user-generated video learning tool, are joining forces to champion better usage of data in learning. The campaign will provide L&D and HR professionals with data insights from their peers to raise the bar industry-wide. There’s no doubt that the learning and development industry is lagging […]
Personalized learning and ai in education: what are some ethical issues?
Artificial intelligence (AI) remains a source of both concern and promise across industries in 2019. While gains made in the name of efficiency are potentially huge, issues of algorithmic bias, digital redlining, and other unintended consequences have already come to light. As AI in the guise of personalized learning infuses more and more with American classrooms, stakeholders need […]
David Kelly on tech trends
An interview with David Kelly, The eLearning Guild, at LTSF19 talking about technology trends in learning. David Kelly, executive vice president and executive director of The eLearning Guild, is a leading voice on how technology can be used to enhance training, education, learning, and organizational performance. At LTSF 2019 in London last month Learning News asked […]
Over 1 in 5 cybersecurity threats targeted professional education from april to june: mimecast report
Between April and June of this year, more than 1 in 5 malware attacks tracked by the cybersecurity firm Mimecast targeted the professional education industry. The sector was far and away the highest-hit by spam campaigns, garnering 21.5% of the attacks. IT and SaaS came in second place at 8.87%. Mimecast published these results in […]
Changes in the Structural Approach to Learning
An opinion piece by Darren Hockley — So often when we think about learning in organisations, we’re presented with the option of ‘traditional’ (meaning face-to-face or classroom learning) versus online learning as if the two are inexorably opposed. In my opinion, these so-called mortal enemies, fighting to reign supreme over mandatory training, aren’t opposites at […]
How can a strong learning culture help employees adapt to organisational change?
‘The future of work’: how will technology make an impact? Change is a word that produces feelings of unease for businesses but, as we move into the future, it is becoming inevitable. Technology is making more of an impact than ever, as there are an abundance of emerging technologies that will be making a difference […]
Top 6 eLearning Trends Of 2019
2019… the year eLearning continues to grow like never before. What are the current trends? And, where do we see them heading for the remainder of the year? How Do We See The Current eLearning Trends Of 2019 And Their Future? 2019, so far, has seen eLearning getting bigger and better. It seems there is […]
Free eBook: Updated eLearning Trends In 2019 – Packed With Ideas You Can Use To Enhance Your Learning Strategy
This free eBook, Updated eLearning Trends in 2019 – Packed with Ideas You Can Use to Enhance Your Learning Strategy, provides an analysis and mid-year updates on the current eLearning trends and is packed with ideas and tips that you can use. Updated eLearning Trends In 2019 – Packed With Ideas You Can Use To […]
eLearning Courseware Design Trends
This article discusses 6 eLearning trends and how they apply to courseware design. We discuss their advantages, disadvantages and how they apply to your organization. Trends In eLearning With A Focus On Courseware Design Why do we offer our employees training? We want to build the learners’ capabilities so that they perform their jobs better, […]
eLearning Africa – Increasing the talents of the continent
E-Learning training is now a worldwide phenomenon. From October 23 to 25, 2019 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, the fourteenth international conference and exhibition on “ eLearning Africa” training and skills development will be held. In 2019 the conference, which has earned a reputation as the leading edtech conference and exhibitionon the continent, looks, among other areas of interest, at how […]
Benefits of self-learning in e-learning mode
Each of us must come to terms with the society that surrounds us, which is developing ever more rapidly, and become aware of the fact that he will have to continue to learn throughout his life, keeping abreast of the news of his sector or profession to stay abreast with the times. However, due to […]
What types of videos do you include in an online course?
Videos are by far one of the favorite contents by Internet users. Users who follow online courses are no exception and have an excellent response to videos, provided they are short, enjoyable and at the same time useful. Trainers appreciate them because they increase user involvement and reinforce the content of the training in a […]
University of Cambridge Launches Edtech Hub to Drive Research
Last week, the University of Cambridge and several high-profile government and industry partners announced plans to established a new edtech research hub. Simply known as the “EdTech Hub,” the initiative, which is being funded by UK Aid and the World Bank among other partners, will support an entire range of research activities in the edtech […]
Learning Technologies Summer Forum 2019: conference programme announced
The conference programme for the upcoming Learning Technologies Summer Forum on 11 July has been announced, with the emphasis of learning in practice. Running as part of the Learning Technologies 2019 Summer Forum, the conference programme is designed with the emphasis on learning in practice and takes place on 11 July at London EcXeL. Delegates […]
Eukleia ebook explores new ways to create engaging compliance training
Eukleia’s latest ebook, ‘5 approaches to creating engaging compliance training’, looks at innovative design tactics used by Eukleia’s learning consultants to engage learners. Eukleia, a specialist in Governance, Risk Management and Compliance (GRC) training, has published a new ebook, titled ‘5 approaches to creating engaging compliance training’. The ebook, now available to download, sets […]
Study Finds That Technology Isn’t the Biggest Challenge for Virtual Schools
A recent study by two University of the Pacific researchers has found that contrary to popular belief, technology may not be the biggest obstacle for new virtual schools. Somewhat surprisingly, Brett Drushal Taylor and Delores E. McNair found that the greatest challenge may be overcoming an entire host of other administrative obstacles. Taylor and McNair […]
UpsideLMS debunks longstanding L&D Myths in a recently released Infographic
UpsideLMS uncovers the truth on Learning & Development myths perpetuated for many years in its recently released infographic. UpsideLMS, a leading provider of learn-tech solutions, continues to strive to spread awareness about learning and development practices and emerging technologies, and increase adoption of technology-enabled learning in the workplace. Most recently, UpsideLMS has released a comprehensive […]
2019 eLearning Trends & Leading Technology Solutions
We’ve been again been digesting the various articles on 2019 elearning trends and technologies to look out for in order to make the most of online training. We’ve combined the thoughts and predictions from many leading experts with our own observations and market research. There are a few recurring topics from the last 2 years, […]
Consortium reaches milestone developing charities’ skills
The Charity Learning Consortium has reached a milestone, bringing more than 150 third sector organisations together to save money and collaborate towards eLearning success. The Charity Learning Consortium has reached a massive milestone in its history, and now has more than 150 membership organisations. This growth has resulted in more collaboration between members, which is […]
Rapidly growing #womeninlearning movement launches vital new research
Due to the lack of women in senior roles across learning and development, a new survey launching today – open to everyone in the industry – is digging deeper into this important area to understand how a better balance can be achieved. Eye-opening research first conducted by Donald H Taylor with the global Learning and […]
Expert webinar – Adding video to an eLearning course: When to use PPT or iSpring features
iSpring Solutions and HiMark Solutions’ Mark Simon will co-host a webinar on how to choose the right tool for adding videos to eLearning courses. You don’t have to be an experienced instructional designer to know that we’re living in a world full of video. Videos are literally everywhere, both at home and at work, and […]
E-Learning Market to reach US$ 300 Bn by 2025
The E-Learning Market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $190 billion to over $300 billion by 2025. The E-Learning Market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $190 billion to over $300 billion by 2025; as reported in the latest study by Global Market Insights, […]
Live Session: How to create a micro course with iSpring
iSpring Solutions will host a live webinar on how to get started with microlearning. At the webinar, an iSpring specialist will explain what microlearning is, what the main techniques for creating microlearning courses are, and how to prepare content for a course. The attendees will also be provided with basic step-by-step instructions on how to […]
iSpring Releases an Authoring Tool for Creating eLearning Courses at No Budget
iSpring Solutions, a leading vendor of eLearning tools and systems, announces a revolutionary update to its eLearning authoring tool, iSpring Free. The tool helps educators quickly launch eLearning since it offers the essential options to create quality digital courses and assessments. iSpring Free is a PowerPoint add-in which converts PPT files to eLearning content (as SCORM […]
Virtual Reality Meets Learning & Development
Virtual Reality offers the potential for an extremely engaging and immersive experience that could present real opportunities for learning and development. However, there is a real danger that corporate L&D is going to miss the most massive and impactful transformations of this learning technology. Virtual Difficulties Virtual Reality is not a new phenomenon, at Learning […]
Webinar: How to launch eLearning at no budget
iSpring Solutions will host a webinar on how to get started with eLearning with no budget available. The session will be of great value for those who’d like to launch a pilot project before scaling up online training to the whole company, have no budget at all, or need to get the initial training results […]
Kahoot! Acquires DragonBox for $18 Million
Last week, Norwegian-based edtech company Kahoot! announced that the acquisition of DragonBox, which is also based in Norway. The acquisition closed at $18 million and will help Kahoot scale its eLearning platform. The acquisition is another indication that the Northern European edetch market is currently both active and expanding. DragonBox DragonBox is responsible for the […]
Live webinar: How to build a mini game: PowerPoint vs iSpring
iSpring Solutions will host a new webinar on how to build an interactive game to make training content more compelling. Games still remain an effective way to engage learners and help them retain the training topic faster, and the webinar will explain how to leverage this type of content in eLearning courses. During the session, […]
Be a GDPR Hero
Skillcast has released a new version of GDPR Hero. This is a serious game where people are challenged to make decisions on everyday data-processing scenarios. To celebrate the first anniversary of the GDPR, Skillcast have released a new version of its GDPR Hero Game. This is a serious game which challenges professionals to apply the […]
Microsoft Announces Strategic Partnership With Purdue Global
Microsoft Corp. recently announced new partnerships with several global leaders in higher education. Their goal is simple and timely. To address the growing labor gap, the company is partnering with leaders in higher education to rapidly scale training in several key areas from AI to cybersecurity to data science. Their chosen partners include Bellevue College […]
Stop thinking like an instructional designer, start thinking like a game designer
Karl Kapp, Author and Professor, Bloomsburg University, explains how to think like games designers. Learning News interviewed games and learning design expert, Karl Kapp, at Learning Technologies 2019 following his conference session ‘Stop thinking like an instructional designer – start thinking like a game designer’. In an in-depth interview, Karl gives a concise masterclass on […]
Learntech trends: Dani Johnson on AI and data in learning
Dani Johnson talks about what’s hot in learning technology and the huge changes that AI will bring to learning. Learning News interviewed learntech researcher Dani Johnson at Learning Technologies 2019 following her conference session ‘What’s hot and what’s not in 2019’, with fellow learntech commentators David Kelly and Steve Wheeler. Dani talks about a revolution […]
Webinar: How to quickly launch online training with iSpring
Next week, iSpring Solutions will host a live session on how to quickly launch online training in your company. This session will be primarily focused on those who are new to eLearning and need to create compelling training projects and quickly get them off the ground. The webinar will be dedicated to creating various types […]
Claudio Erba, CEO, Docebo at Learning Technologies 2019
Thinking differently about learning: Claudio Erba talks about what makes Docebo different and a fun, experimental approach to continual change. Learning News caught up with Claudio Erba, Founder and CEO of Docebo, during the Learning Technologies 2019 exhibition. We asked Claudio about Docebo’s proposition, its position in the market, what makes Docebo different and about […]
Free Webinar: Coaching Skills for Leaders with Jenny Garrett
Fri, Jun 22, 2018 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EEST Don’t miss this session on: Coaching Skills for Leaders When time and money are scarce, how do you motivate your team and yourself to increase performance and productivity? Taking a solution focused approach is a quick, effective and positive method of raising the bar and […]
The Best 20 Learning Management Systems Offering LMS Free Trials
Need help choosing a Learning Management System for your company? It’s always best to try before you buy! Test driving a Learning Management System gives you the ability to see if the features and functions are worth the investment. In this article, I’ll share 9 tips to help you make the most out of your […]
Blended learning course “Educate Yourself on Europe”
Belarus Office of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, together with Belarusian educational portal Adukacyja.info, invites young Belarusians to participate in a second edition of blended learning course on European Union. Course description The aim of this educational programme is to provide participants the knowledge about the EU’s structure, values and current challenges, as well as to […]
BASNET showcases its activities at Information Technologies in Education 2017
Representatives from the Belarusian national research and education network (NREN), BASNET, and the United Institute of Informatics Problems of the Academy of Sciences in Belarus, UIIP NASB, presented developments in robotics, speech processing technologies and high-performance systems to an international forum recently. The first international exhibition on “Information Technologies in Education” (ITE 2017) was held […]
Knowledge Without Borders: EaPConnect in GÉANT CONNECT edition 26
Around halfway through its 5-year run, the Eastern Partnership Connect (EaPConnect) project is not only providing promised network connectivity between Europe and its Eastern Partnership neighbours (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine), it is also building the human networks that are vital if research and education collaborations are to flourish and grow. See the […]
Register & participate: 2nd Eastern Partnership E-infrastructure Conference, EaPEC 2017
Registration is open for the 2nd Eastern Partnership E-infrastructure Conference, EaPEC 2017, in Minsk, Belarus, on 27-28 September. Policy makers, researchers, students and experts on networking, cultural heritage, and high-performance computing for research and education and other interested parties are invited to register and submit proposals for lightning talks and posters. The schedule and all other details […]
New e-learning course for domestic observers
Within the framework of the Partnership for Good Governance with the European Union, the Electoral Assistance Division of the Council of Europe launches its new e-learning course for domestic observers. This course is composed of six training modules, which contain the main elements to lead efficient and objective observation of the elections. At the end of […]
Learn Online With “Civil Society. Dialogue For Progress”!
The overall objective of the e-learning courses development is to provide an open-access on-line resource to share skills and knowledge offered by the face-to-face trainings and seminars carried out by the “Civil Society. Dialogue for Progress” project, making them available to wider audiences and for a longer period of time. While being generally available to anyone […]