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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-149144792011-12-09T06:12:30.527-08:00WeTrainUAn online learning and information center featuring current information about online learning and training programs for today's busy professionals.Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.comBlogger341100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-3320705799854251102008-09-28T15:48:00.000-07:002008-09-28T15:53:26.862-07:00Opportunities for REAL Training

If you are a trainer or developer of training and educational programs for adults you know how difficult it can be to reach your audience. Successful adult learning programs will provide learning processes that require active involvement from the adult student. Try having the students try out new ideas where the learning activities and experiences support facts and theory. Here are some

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-13317710763637385972008-08-07T18:51:00.000-07:002008-08-07T19:02:40.608-07:00Ethics vs. Compliance

Why do we need ethics in our society? You only need to turn on the news, on any given day, to hear about scandals and violence everywhere. Or, hang out in the employee lounge or your workplace hangouts and you will likely hear stories about who "fudged" or did something to get out of doing something using some sort of unethical means. What can you do about that? What efforts are being made to

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-66238386598328812752008-04-19T19:47:00.000-07:002008-04-19T19:54:31.670-07:00Developing a Course Syllabus

Creating a course syllabus to go with your training program can enhance learning from each of your students. The purpose of a syllabus is to inform students in a formal and timely way about the nature and content of the course, policies and procedures that will apply and the logistics involved in participating in class. It is also a promise, from you the instructor, as to what will, or will not

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-21692119586572399052008-04-02T19:26:00.001-07:002008-04-02T19:37:20.693-07:00Talking Through e-Learning

Much of our learning today comes from interactions and communications with our peers and instructions in class. e-Learning is allowing more of these opportunities each and every year. However, there are some guidelines to use for appropriate interactions that will not irritate your colleagues or jeopardize your standing with your class.To gain the most from your learning experience, use the

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1152893134796461752006-07-14T08:44:00.000-07:002006-07-14T09:05:34.876-07:00Teach or Spew Data - What's Your Style?

Have you ever signed up for an email or online learning course only to find out that the instructor simply provided endless pages of information, data and statistics to read? How much did you really learn or take away from this kind of instruction? Most of us do not learn in these types of environments, much less remember it long enough to implement the learning into real life scenarios. The

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1150637602231144842006-06-18T06:23:00.000-07:002006-06-18T06:33:22.256-07:00Transfer of Learning

In 1987 Bruce Joyce and Beverly Showers shared the results of their ground-breaking research on how individuals learn, retain and put that learning into practice. The results of their study has become the primary source of information leading to what we know as "coaching" today. Even though the study was initially done almost twenty years ago, the findings are just as relevant today as they were

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1146952515019563222006-05-06T14:32:00.000-07:002006-05-06T14:55:16.733-07:00"Brain Drain" 2006

You have probably realized that we are well into the 2006 year. But, do you know that 2006 is the beginning of the baby boomer "brain drain?" Yes, this is absolutely true! The eldest of the baby boomer generation (1946 through 1964) are turning 60 years old this year. So, after all the candles on the birthday cakes have been blown out and the last fragments of wrapping paper picked up, let's

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1140443699653668242006-02-20T05:51:00.000-08:002006-02-20T06:07:58.520-08:00e-Learning That Gets Noticed!

In order to be successful with your e-learning, or any educational opportunity, you will need to deliver more than resources or materials. Although educational materials are an important component of your overall e-learning business, your customers will likely need more than just printed or electronic materials. Following are three important elements that you will need to incorporate into the

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1137458685509158092006-01-16T16:43:00.000-08:002006-01-16T16:44:45.526-08:00Keeping Desire Alive

"Students are born with a powerful desire to learn.Everything we do as parents and teachers must ensurethat this powerful desire is kept alive. If there were to beone thing to be continually assessed it would be this desire... too many students leave with little to show for their timeat school. Too many leave alienated and powerless."-- Unknown

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1137032365249556202006-01-11T18:01:00.000-08:002006-01-11T18:19:25.306-08:00Computers and Internet Use Among Adults

The 2003 U. S. Census Bureau report on Computer and Internet Use contains interesting data regarding its usage here in the United Stated. Although many households are now using, or purchasing more home computers for use and "surfing" the Internet, there are still a large number of households not yet taking advantage of these tools, particularly for e-learning purposes, largely due to the

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1134233016170261692005-12-10T08:43:00.000-08:002006-01-02T18:42:40.116-08:00Certification and e-Learning

In recent reports large corporate trainers have noted that a higher percentage of students in e-based learning courses pass certification exams than those in instructor-led classes. Why? Self-paced learning seems to improve retention rates.When developing your own e-learning courses, take advantage of the "big boys" and other services out there that can give you study questions, case scenarios

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1133270961574875442005-11-29T05:28:00.000-08:002005-12-10T08:56:00.883-08:00e-Learning Options: Web-Based Courses

Web-based training (WBT) include the use and delivery of educational materials via a Web browser over the public Internet, a private Intranet, or an Extranet.Web-based training often provides links to other learning resources, too, such as: references, email, bulletin boards and discussion groups. WBT also may include a facilitator who can provide course guidelines, manage the discussion boards

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1132333784066298192005-11-18T09:09:00.000-08:002005-12-01T11:09:42.836-08:00eLearning Options: Pre and Post Assessments

As we have explored in previous posts, online learning uses a variety of techniques and methods to deliver and enhance the learning experience. One of these options is the use of pre- and post-assessments. Pre-learning assessments are taken by students prior to taking a formal course. By using intermediate scoring the instructor (and the student) can quickly determine a good baseline for the

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1132065487985390862005-11-15T06:16:00.000-08:002005-11-29T05:30:02.040-08:00eLearning Options: Surveys

Online learning uses technology to deliver a variety of formal and informal options to deliver the learning experience. One of these options is the use of surveys. This post will briefly explore the description, instructional value, development and costs associated with use of surveys in the elearning environment.Surveys are commonly used to develop hard evidence on the effectiveness of the

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131978196704026852005-11-14T06:22:00.000-08:002005-11-14T06:51:50.516-08:00Comparison of Classroom vs eLearning Aspects

In this post today we will compare the different aspects found in the traditional classroom vs e-learning environments. Educators and organizations who are providing learning opportunities need to be aware of these different aspects and tailor the learning experience around whichever environment will best suit the objectives and purpose of the sessions. There are five main aspects of any

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131893409140920042005-11-13T06:39:00.000-08:002005-11-13T06:50:09.160-08:00When to Use e-Learning vs Classroom Training

Both classroom and online instruction can be utilized to meet organizational and student learning requirements. If the requirements are for standardization, especially with compliance, anywhere anytime learning, and participation for a large number of employees, online learning can be the best option to meet the organizational objectives.If immediate feedback is crucial or the educator needs to

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131630827698613442005-11-10T05:40:00.000-08:002005-11-10T05:53:47.713-08:00Bank of Knowledge

(Part Three of a multi-part series)In our society today individuals are constantly generating and transmitting a bank of knowledge. Educators, or the experts, are working at the boundary between the known and the unknown, constantly adding to the bank of knowledge.It is very important that knowledge be transmitted to all members of our society. The transfer of knowledge takes place through

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131551928290493292005-11-09T07:43:00.000-08:002005-11-09T07:58:48.306-08:00Importance of Inquiry in Learning

(Part Two of a multi-part series)Memorizing facts, data and information is not the most important skill in today's world as it was in the past. Facts change rapidly and information is readily available. What is needed today is an understanding of how to get and make sense of the mass of information we must process.Teachers must understand that the learning experience needs to go beyond data and

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131475358145852512005-11-08T10:25:00.000-08:002005-11-09T07:43:15.006-08:00What is Inquiry-Based Learning?

(Part One of a multi-part series)"Tell me and I forget,show me and I remember,involve me and I understand."-- Author UnknownThis quote bears the essence of inquiry-based learning. Inquiry implies that there is involvement that leads to understanding. Furthermore, involvement in learning implies possessing skills and attitudes that permit you to seek answers to questions and resolutions to

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131380199619162052005-11-07T08:15:00.000-08:002005-11-07T08:16:39.633-08:00Engaging Adult Learners

"[I deeply believe] that all human beingscan be aided to become increasingly self-reliantand autonomous, that the most importantsingle principle is that the learner be fully engaged,and that the main goal of adult-learning is todevelop men and women who are, at the same time,compassionately sensitive and tough-minded."--Roby Kidd, How Adults Learn (1959)

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131377030934689792005-11-07T07:08:00.000-08:002005-11-07T07:24:41.986-08:00Aging Factors and the Adult Learner

The speed by which an adult learns tends to decrease with age, but the depth of learning increases. So, while it may take us a bit longer to learn as we get older, we do grasp what is learned at a deeper level and find more relevancy in its content. A teacher can shorten the time to learning, or "cement" the depth of learning by using a few techniques and tools during the learning

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131296543157110352005-11-06T08:49:00.000-08:002005-11-06T09:02:23.173-08:00Teaching in a Clockwise Fashion

Teaching is a skill or experience that requires constant refinenment. There are some basics, however, to keep in mind that will enhance the effectiveness of the teacher's delivery. We can liken this to teaching in a "clockwise fashion" because it is a continual process or cycle that the teacher and student use to build upon known vs new concepts, skills or techniques. Here are two tips teachers

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131206227492513182005-11-05T07:34:00.000-08:002005-11-05T07:57:08.783-08:00Great Teachers are Great Communicators

The ability to communicate well is one of the basic characteristics of good teaching. A great teacher not only likes talking with other people, but they are also compulsive listeners. Great communicators will provoke more out of their students than he/she believed possible. Great teachers will know which tests and questions to put to their students in order to convince them of their own learning

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131202689914690472005-11-05T06:55:00.000-08:002005-11-05T06:58:09.926-08:00Confucius Says ...

"Learn avidly. Question repeatedlywhat you have learned. Analyzeit carefully. Then, put what youhave learned into practice intelligently.- Confucius

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131133617806131382005-11-04T11:33:00.000-08:002005-11-04T11:46:57.846-08:00Principles of Adult Learning

Adults have different motivations and needs for seeking learning opportunities. A successful educator or trainer will understand what drives an adults needs and tailor their presentations and classes to meet these needs. There are ten basic principles of adult learning as shown below:Adults learn to do by doing.They learn to do what they do and not something else (i.e., the fabled "underwater

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1131046764846936222005-11-03T11:14:00.000-08:002005-11-03T11:39:24.896-08:00What Motivates Adults to Learn?

Adults have very different motivations and needs for seeking out learning or educational opportunities. As an educator or trainer you should be familiar with these differences and tailor your interactions to meet these unique needs. To help you understand, here are some of the motivational factors that adults use when seeking out new learning opportunities.Life events: adults may seek out new

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1130869973572425522005-11-01T10:14:00.000-08:002005-11-01T10:32:53.600-08:00Mentors as Trainers

Mentors can be a key to unlocking a huge network in your niche market and to marketing your business by developing new contacts and getting the word out to potential customers. Mentors are also a great source of knowledge, expertise, training and support for your business. A mentor can be just what you need to break into a new career or niche market. But, how do you go about finding a mentor?

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1128263307126715322005-10-02T07:22:00.000-07:002005-10-02T07:30:16.396-07:00Basic Needs of Adult Learners

You will not find a list of basic principles about adult education, however there is a great deal of agreement in the field about what constitutes good practice in training and education of adults. Recent research has shown that adults learners have a common set of characteristics or needs. Here are just a few of the characteristics adults possess:1. They have a variety of background or life

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1126471008283343262005-09-11T13:28:00.000-07:002005-09-11T13:36:48.293-07:00Comparing Costs: eLearning vs Traditional

Summary: There are a number of factors managers and organizations should take into consideration when conducting a cost analysis study of the training program and delivery methods needed. Managers should consider developing a customized mathematical model to better understand the relationship between costs and delivery of their training programsIt is important for managers and organizations to

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1125981176908409792005-09-05T21:26:00.000-07:002005-09-05T21:37:18.436-07:00Do Something!

"Apply yourself. Get all the education you can,but then, by God, do something.Don't just stand there, make it happen."-- Lee IacoccaAbout Us: This Blog brought to you by someone who is dedicated to continualeducation, both formal and informal. Visit our websites for moredetails at: CancerRegistryTraining and eStudy4U

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1125890302340961282005-09-04T20:08:00.000-07:002005-09-04T20:20:12.883-07:00Online Learning Can Help Cancer Registrars

(excerpts from Online Learning Guide for Cancer Registrars. A free eBook you can request by visiting CancerRegistryTraining)While healthcare organization budgets are being reduced to facilitate “lean” and cost-effective patient care, the use of the Internet as a training source is on the rise. In a recent study where a retrospective ten-year analysis was conducted it was determined that the

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1125287948337705662005-08-28T20:52:00.000-07:002005-08-28T20:59:08.346-07:00Interactive Technology in Healthcare Education

Healthcare professionals are under pressure to perform and absorb vast amounts of new or changing information in increasing volume. This surge has led to new and improved computer-based tools for many healthcare activities and to an explosion in the marketplace of tools used in instruction and education of healthcare workers. This article explains the use of interactive technology in healthcare

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1124652409158771232005-08-21T12:25:00.000-07:002005-08-21T12:26:49.160-07:00If You Study ....

"If you study to remember, you will forget, but,If you study to understand, you will remember." --Unknown

Michele Webbhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15909114748512695295noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14914479.post-1124650218315397342005-08-21T11:28:00.000-07:002005-08-21T12:00:15.413-07:00Measuring Training Programs: Cost vs Benefit

by Michele WebbFor decades companies have been struggling with the real costs, benefits and return-on-investment of training costs. With increasing online learning opportunities, organizations are finding their focus shifting from providing costly onsite training programs to the use of new tools and technology now available. Companies need to understand and apply the business analytics in order

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