Articles about the category Planning
How is the storyboard used in eLearning?
22 May 2019To introduce audiovisual elements in eLearning we use a technique borrowed from the world of cartoons. If you have never heard of the storyboard you are missing out on one of the crucial tools for designing an online course.
How to use affordance in e-learning
15 May 2019The graphic aspect of an eLearning platform, besides making the course more enjoyable, also has a practical value. Through the conscious use of design elements it is possible to make the interface more useful and more intuitive for students.
What questions should an SME be asked before designing an online course?
8 May 2019The questions to be asked to a small and medium-sized company are useful to understand what its training needs are. Where to start to prepare a tailor-made online course? Simple: from journalism.
5 design elements to make an online course effective - Infographic
8 May 2019An online course allows you to insert a wide variety of design elements that help to involve students and improve learning opportunities. However, it is essential that the interface is as intuitive as possible.
Gamification: some useful examples for online training
24 April 2019Those who think that gamification is to produce educational videogames did not fully understand one of the major trends in online education. Here then is what gamification means and how it can be used in the field of eLearning.
How can I create eLearning courses faster?
24 April 2019Many make the mistake of immersing themselves enthusiastically in the design of the course, without dwelling on some focal points.
Why collaborative online learning activities are effective
17 April 2019Online collaborative learning activities facilitate knowledge exchange and active learning and require a strong commitment from teachers, including in the implementation of feedback and evaluation processes.
The importance of context in eLearning
10 April 2019The details of an online course, from the objectives to the contents, must be contextualized. It is an essential feature that will allow students to be aware of the usefulness of the training path and of the job opportunities.
Learning management system for mobile devices
10 April 2019The smartphone is an essential part of everyday life and this would be enough to explain why having an LMS for mobile devices. There are many other good reasons to train on your smartphone.
5 good reasons to adopt e-learning in schools
10 April 2019Using e-learning in schools to support the traditional teaching method can be useful for several reasons: it facilitates shared learning, makes it more pleasant, stimulates students' curiosity and more.
The theory of social learning and the impact on online education
3 April 2019Online courses seem to have solved the eternal debate between behavioral and cognitive theory by applying a hybrid approach to learning: the theory of social learning. But how do you create an online social dimension?
The CSCL model applied to online learning
3 April 2019Computer Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL) is a typology of collaborative computer-based learning that can be easily integrated with the models and processes typical of distance learning.
5 tips to improve a course according to user needs
27 March 2019Student needs must be one of the most important factors to create an engaging and useful online course. For this reason, when designing an online training course it is essential not to forget the users' point of view. What are they looking for?
Instructional designer: the e-Learning architect
27 March 2019With the expansion of e-learning the figure of the instructional designer is destined to grow.
Learning object: what it is and what it is used for
27 March 2019The Learning Object (LO) consists in the possibility of re-using, in the context of e-learning courses, educational material in digital format that can support the student for learning purposes.
6 tips to improve an online course
20 March 2019The beginning of the year is always a great time to tackle new and old obstacles that can jeopardize the success of your online course. For this reason, we suggest you little ideas to make improvements to your eLearning project.
How to adapt the content of an existing online course to the specific needs of a client?
20 March 2019When you have little time and resources to create an online course, the best solution could be to turn an existing online course into a personalized course. Here are some useful tips.
How long should last the video of an online course?
6 March 2019Is it better to make a long video which explains in detail the topic of an online course, or more short videos on the same topic? How to define the short and long concepts in eLearning?
How to structure the training paths
27 February 2019Do you know the path that the participants take to complete their training? How to better manage the monitoring and why?
The use of video improves learning?
27 February 2019According to many, using video in online courses can help improve student learning and engagement. Despite this, several scholars and experts do not fully share this theory.
The Loneliness Of The Long-Distance Learner
20 February 2019Online learning is not going away, so our challenge is to reduce attrition by making online learning “less distant” for learners.
How to build a good learning test in 7 steps
13 February 2019Often those involved in eLearning must create quizzes and questions. What are the 7 characteristics of a "good question"?
How to define the price of an online course
13 February 2019Analysis of competition and its added value are not enough to establish the price of an online course. Price policy must be included in your marketing strategy.
MOOC for e-Learning professionals
6 February 2019The peak for those involved in eLearning? Never have attended an online course. So it is better to take cover with a MOOC with which to train and put yourself in the shoes of their students.
11 mistakes not to be committed in eLearning training
6 February 2019A list of the 11 things that an online trainer should not do.
Customization in e-learning: benefits and methods
30 January 2019Customizing an online course increases student involvement, but is it always possible to create tailor-made content and at the same time achieve the training objectives?
How to meet the needs of today's learners?
23 January 2019Internet has pushed more and more users on search engines to find “their” online content, often replacing an e-Learning course with a Google search. What should today's trainer do to respond to changes in technology?
How to create an online course, step by step, with DynDevice
16 January 2019To offer a course in eLearning mode, you need to use a clear platform that allows you to create and offer training content on your own. Here is a mini guide for those who want to create their first online course with DynDevice.
How to create an interactive opening screen
19 December 2018Have you ever noticed? When you first access an e-Learning course on your monitor you will see an opening screen full of instructions to follow to help you navigate easier and understandable.
How much time did you spend thinking about the design of your eLearning course?
12 December 2018The content and layout of the course involve users. Are you thinking about your students and their interaction with the course or are you focused only on the appearance of the course?