This post server two purposes. First to share some great sites that I’ve found valuable in giving me some design ideas. And secondly, so I can remember what and where they are the next time I need them. 8-) StockLayouts® Graphic Designs: Brochure, Flyer & Newsletter Templates!. Fabulous collection of ideas for designs, layouts, etc.ContinueContinue reading “Design Inspiration”
Author Archives: Mike Taylor
New technology threatens our information?
I really like this..makes me thing how many times these arguments have been levied against the lastest new technologies?
Conversation on Instructional Design
This conversation between Dr. Robert Gagné, and Dr. M. David Merrill, took place July 10, 1989 before an audience of about 200 at Utah State University. A series of papers based on this discussion later appeared in Educational Technology Magazine. The conversation highlights the main points of Gagne and Merrill’s respective learning theories, and aContinueContinue reading “Conversation on Instructional Design”
What’s The Use of Lectures?
by Donald Bligh http://amzn.to/c965eY “Donald Bligh provides a comprehensive guide to the uses and possible abuses of the lecture method. Supported by copious research, Bligh offers a wealth of practical suggestions for making lectures more engaging and effective.” Reading Guide [pdf] Bligh’s book is divided into five main sections: 1. What Objectives Can Lectures Achieve?ContinueContinue reading “What’s The Use of Lectures?”
# things in # minutes
I’ve seen this concept now in a variety of variations. This is a great way to give quick, introductory view of tools. I really like, and totally agree with the point in this one that “it’s NOT about the tools.” The thing that is paramount is what you DO with the tools.
Elearning Superhero
This is the presentation I gave to our internal company Learning Forum group recently. It’s an overview of getting started with designing good learning/e-learning.
10 Rules For Writing Multiple Choice Questions: The eLearning Coach
10 Rules For Writing Multiple Choice Questions: The eLearning Coach. Nice post here on writing good multiple choice questions. Click through for the details. Test knowledge comprehension, not just recall Use simple sentence structure and precise wording Place most of the words in the question stem Make all distractors plausible Keep all answer choices theContinueContinue reading “10 Rules For Writing Multiple Choice Questions: The eLearning Coach”
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