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8 Effective Microlearning Examples: Gamified Learning That Engages
8 Effective Microlearning Examples: Gamified Learning That Engages
Ashley Andrews
Author: Ashley Andrews
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Summary
Gamified learning and microlearning are a great way to boost engagement and retention. In this article, we show you how to get the best from it.
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Your Essential Guide to Teaching English Online for a Great Second Income
Your Essential Guide to Teaching English Online for a Great Second Income
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
Here, we show how teaching English online (often as a second language) can be a way to earn extra income while traveling or working remotely.
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Maximizing Efficiency in School Operations: Training Staff for Smarter Resource Management
Maximizing Efficiency in School Operations: Training Staff for Smarter Resource Management
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
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Summary
How a school's resources are managed can mean the difference between success, mediocrity - or failure. Here we look at what you need to do.
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The Top 5 Career Development Platforms for Employee Growth
The Top 5 Career Development Platforms for Employee Growth
Ashley Andrews
Author: Ashley Andrews
About the article
Summary
Many companies are using online portals to get the most from their staff. In this article we share our top five career development platforms.
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Microlearning for Mature Minds - And Why Cybersecurity Should Stay Front and Center
Microlearning for Mature Minds - And Why Cybersecurity Should Stay Front and Center
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
Micro-courses offer bite-sized lessons in easy-to-digest chunks. In this article we show how it enhances your life without taking it over.
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Top 6 WordPress Plugins For Learning Management Systems
Top 6 WordPress Plugins For Learning Management Systems
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Take a look at our review of the top 6 WordPress LMS plugins to create, manage, and sell online courses with ease and flexibility.
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Your 12-Stage Process To Create A Killer Training Slide Deck
Your 12-Stage Process To Create A Killer Training Slide Deck
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
The success of many training sessions depends on the presentation, so we show how to build a well-structured slide deck to give you an edge.
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How You Can Beat the Remote Skills Gap with Targeted Video Training
How You Can Beat the Remote Skills Gap with Targeted Video Training
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
With the move to more remote working, many companies report a growing skills gap. Here we show how to beat this with targeted video training.
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7 Ways That Skills Development Training Courses Will Boost Results
7 Ways That Skills Development Training Courses Will Boost Results
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
Here, we look at how skills development courses can keep your team on top of their game, helping your business to grow to its full potential.
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6 Reasons Why Saying
6 Reasons Why Saying "We Don't Have Time for Training" is a Bad Idea
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
It's easy when you're busy to think that there's no time for training. In this article we share six reasons why this is a very bad idea!
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How To Boost Your Career as a Coach with ICF CCE Certification
How To Boost Your Career as a Coach with ICF CCE Certification
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
Renewing your CCE certification every three years may sound like a drag but as we explain, the benefits are wider than just a piece of paper.
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4 Ways to Decide Whether You're a Good Coach
4 Ways to Decide Whether You're a Good Coach
Steve
Author: Steve
About the article
Summary
Are you in a position that coaches others, or about to become a coach? Tips on what is essential to being a good coach, and being coached too
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How to Boost Business Training Videos with Corporate Animation Style
How to Boost Business Training Videos with Corporate Animation Style
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
People are a major asset to any business, and staff training is a great investment. Here, we see how corporate animation training fits in.
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Smarter, Better E-Learning: The Power of Text-to-Speech Technology
Smarter, Better E-Learning: The Power of Text-to-Speech Technology
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Text-to-speech (TTS) is changing the face of training with the use of customizable voices. Here, we look at the role of TTS in the future.
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Stop Wasting Time: Why You Need Custom E-Learning Software Development
Stop Wasting Time: Why You Need Custom E-Learning Software Development
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Traditional learning methods are becoming outdated. Here, we show why custom e-learning software development is the game-changer you need.
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How Can OTT Solutions Be Used to Enhance Learning?
How Can OTT Solutions Be Used to Enhance Learning?
Ronnie Peterson
Author: Ronnie Peterson
About the article
Summary
OTT platforms are driving a revolution in how teaching is delivered. Here we look at what it is, and how to implement it for best results.
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Creating the Ideal Conditions for Successful Business Training
Creating the Ideal Conditions for Successful Business Training
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
In this article, we show how a friendly ambience, well-equipped spaces and proper air quality combine to create effective training sessions.
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The Awesome Benefits of Online Learning
The Awesome Benefits of Online Learning
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
As technology develops, online learning helps us to learn new things in new ways. Here's an overview of more benefits you can get from it.
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Unconventional Tools and Methods That Will Help You Learn
Unconventional Tools and Methods That Will Help You Learn
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
It's easy to feel that traditional learning can be uninspiring or ineffective. So in this article, we look at a few unconventional methods.
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How VPNs Can Enhance Training and Development Programs
How VPNs Can Enhance Training and Development Programs
Ronnie Peterson
Author: Ronnie Peterson
About the article
Summary
Online training programs can suffer from issues with data security and access. We show how a Virtual Private Network can help overcome this.
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What is an LMS (Learning Management System)?
What is an LMS (Learning Management System)?
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Learning Management Systems (LMSs) are at the heart of a huge shift to online learning. We look at what they are and the benefits they bring
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7 Steps To Changing Employee Attitudes to Safety Training
7 Steps To Changing Employee Attitudes to Safety Training
Ashley Andrews
Author: Ashley Andrews
About the article
Summary
Safety training is a central part of creating a safe, compliant workplace. Here, we outline 7 steps you can take to getting employees onside
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How to Become a Better Trainer: What Tactics Can You Employ?
How to Become a Better Trainer: What Tactics Can You Employ?
Ashley Andrews
Author: Ashley Andrews
About the article
Summary
This article specifically looks at how full time trainers can still look to improve their abilities, and make them even better trainers.
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8 Disadvantages of e-Learning
8 Disadvantages of e-Learning
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Read the ZandaX guide on 8 disadvantages of e-learning: why online learning may not always be the best option for you or your business.
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How Flexible Office Space Can Provide Ideal Locations for Training Centers
How Flexible Office Space Can Provide Ideal Locations for Training Centers
Ashley Andrews
Author: Ashley Andrews
About the article
Summary
The problem of locating the right space for training courses is always there. But flexible office spaces can provide an ideal solution!
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5 Teaching Strategies for Effective Learning
5 Teaching Strategies for Effective Learning
Riley Mitchell
Author: Riley Mitchell
About the article
Summary
Hours of lectures can be boring to students at any age! So here we give some effective strategies to make learning more fun - and effective.
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What is the Optimal Class Size for Training?
What is the Optimal Class Size for Training?
John B
Author: John B
About the article
Summary
When booking a training course, what class size is going to obtain the best results? Find out what Activia would recommend in today's article.
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Why e-Learning May Not Be All It's Cracked Up to Be
Why e-Learning May Not Be All It's Cracked Up to Be
Steve
Author: Steve
About the article
Summary
Activia's Steve Warren talks about the differences between e-learning and classroom-based training and why the former fails to deliver.
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What is the Purpose of a Trainer?
What is the Purpose of a Trainer?
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
What is the purpose of a trainer and how can training help your organisation? Find out on the Activia Training website.
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The Best Training Courses Every Start-up Entrepreneur Should Attend
The Best Training Courses Every Start-up Entrepreneur Should Attend
Steve
Author: Steve
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Summary
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Train the Trainer Courses Benefit You at Any Stage of Your Career
Train the Trainer Courses Benefit You at Any Stage of Your Career
Steve
Author: Steve
About the article
Summary
Train the Trainer does actually benefit trainers in many different ways. For novice to experienced, one particular course is very helpful.
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12 Advantages of E-Learning
12 Advantages of E-Learning
Ashley Andrews
Author: Ashley Andrews
About the article
Summary
Here are 12 specific advantages that e-learning offers to those who adopt it, including details on savings on cost and flexibility.
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How to Evaluate a Good Training Company
How to Evaluate a Good Training Company
John B
Author: John B
About the article
Summary
Training is an essential part of a company's success - but what things do you need to keep in mind before you choose a training company?
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Upgrade Your Staff ! Three Big Reasons Why Training Will Save You Money in the Recession
Upgrade Your Staff ! Three Big Reasons Why Training Will Save You Money in the Recession
Steve
Author: Steve
About the article
Summary
Cutting training expenditure in the recession will damage your future. See how training gives you three ways to save money in tough times.
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Why Training is Essential to Your Talent Management Strategy
Why Training is Essential to Your Talent Management Strategy
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Find out why training is essential to your talent management strategy and how it can benefit your company on the Activia blog.
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When Last Did You Consider Some Coaching or Mentoring?
When Last Did You Consider Some Coaching or Mentoring?
John B
Author: John B
About the article
Summary
Coaching and mentoring can benefit you and your staff in many ways - find out how in Activia's newest blog post.
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How Does Train the Trainer Work?
How Does Train the Trainer Work?
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Learn more about how the train the trainer model works and find out which train the trainer course would be the most suitable for your needs on the Activia website.
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The Benefits of Train the Trainer Courses for Organisations
The Benefits of Train the Trainer Courses for Organisations
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Find out what the benefits of train the trainer courses are and why you should train your workforce on the Activia Training website.
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The Most Common Train the Trainer Mistakes
The Most Common Train the Trainer Mistakes
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Find out what the 5 most common mistakes are that trainers make during training and how to avoid them.
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What Are the Characteristics of an Effective Trainer?
What Are the Characteristics of an Effective Trainer?
Ashley Andrews
Author: Ashley Andrews
About the article
Summary
The characteristics of an effective trainer. What makes a good trainer? How to become a better trainer? All answered here.
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Why Workplace Engagement Strategy is Important
Why Workplace Engagement Strategy is Important
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
What is an engagement strategy and why do you need one exactly? What happens if you fail to adhere to the strategy? Find out in Activia's latest blog post.
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Why is Communication Skills Training Important?
Why is Communication Skills Training Important?
Jordan James
Author: Jordan James
About the article
Summary
Find out why good communication is essential for the smooth running of a company, and how communication skills training can help both your employees and your business.
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