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Why Training Design Should Start with the Final Assessment: Quicksilver

  Too often the design of training focuses first on content, then on how it is delivered, and finally on how it is assessed. The Backwards Design module, introduced by Read more

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Ericsson and the Convergence of 5G and Automation in Manufacturing
September 25, 2023

The Convergence of 5G and Automation in Manufacturing: A New Industrial Revolution The manufacturing industry stands at an inflection point. Advances in 5G technology and automation are coming together to transform the way products are made, and the role that humans and machines play in this process. Per Treven, Director of Business Development at Ericsson, […]

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Drone Delivery Faces Cybersecurity Threats, But Advanced IoT Can Be its Resolution
September 25, 2023

Cybersecurity in beyond visual line-of-sight drone delivery is critical and this makes for a pressing need to shield Internet of Things (IoT) systems, particular advanced IoT. With the FAA granting UPS the green light to perform drone deliveries, there are some concerns. Some experts emphasize the importance of leveraging cybersecurity measures to protect […]

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Personalizing the Dining Experience Through Music
September 25, 2023

When people go to a restaurant, personalizing the dining experience is a critical factor in making an impact that keeps customers returning. What better way to capitalize on that experience than through music? In recent years, the restaurant industry has seen a significant shift towards personalizing the dining experience for guests. As the industry […]

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Why Training Design Should Start with the Final Assessment: Quicksilver
May 11, 2020

Too often the design of training focuses first on content, then on how it is delivered, and finally on how it is assessed. The Backwards Design module, introduced by Wiggins and McTighe flips this approach so that the design of instruction starts with the design of the assessment. So, why should training design start with the […]

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Applying Merrill’s First Principles of Instruction with Max H. Cropper: Quicksilver
April 27, 2020

Training design and delivery is often relegated to a top performer who’s good with PowerPoint. From a cost savings perspective, this is an effective approach and many organizations have made do with pseudo-training designers. But, how is quality of learning affected if the training designer isn’t familiar with the scientific evidence on how […]

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How Schools Around the Globe are Approaching eLearning During the COVID Pandemic: Quicksilver
March 30, 2020

On this week’s episode of Quicksilver: The eLearning Alchemist, Daniel Litwin, the Voice of B2B, fills in for Clint Clarkson to do a quick analysis of how schools around the globe are implementing elearning solutions during the coronavirus pandemic. It’s clearly a time of crisis for the world, and as more large buildings and […]

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The Business Case for VR in eLearning: Quicksilver
March 23, 2020

Learning and development inside businesses have evolved significantly with the power of technology. Many companies have experienced its benefits, specifically with virtual reality (VR). But how does VR really elevate eLearning, and what’s the business case for it? On today’s video episode of Quicksilver: A Behind the Scenes Look at The eLearning Alchemist Podcast, host Clint Clarkson sits […]

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How Do We Empower More Women to Lead in eLearning? with Clint Clarkson: Quicksilver
February 4, 2020

On this episode of The eLearning Alchemist: Quicksilver, where host Clint Clarkson will share a behind-the-scenes look at online education and his eLearning Alchemist podcast, Clarkson was joined by Sharon Claffey Kaliouby. Claffey Kaliouby is the Vice President, North America for Learning Pool, the co-founder of the #WomeninLearning Initiative, the 2018 Learning Professional of the Year […]

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