Articles by tag: The eLearning Alchemist

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 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

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

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

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

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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A Day In The Life of a Hybrid Worker
May 1, 2024

A day in the life of a hybrid worker harnesses the flexibility of modern technology to balance personal responsibilities and professional duties seamlessly. Leveraging devices like Jabra’s Speak2 75 speakerphone, Evolve2 65 Flex headphones, and PanaCast 20 video conferencing webcam help hybrid workers transition smoothly between office settings and remote work, maintaining productivity without […]

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Eco Pressures and Investment Shifts are Charting a New Course for U.S. Crude Oil Production
May 1, 2024

Energy independence and climate policy are increasingly at odds and the recent data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) reveals a striking trend: the United States has topped global crude oil production charts for the last six years, surpassing all previous records. This development prompts a deeper examination of America’s energy strategy at a […]

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Cost Engineering Drives U.S. Automakers Toward Affordable Electric Vehicles
May 1, 2024

Could cost engineering emerge as a pivotal strategy for U.S. automakers striving to enhance the affordability of electric vehicles (EVs)? Facing significant challenges in production profitability and consumer affordability, manufacturers like Ford and Tesla face increasing pressure from aggressive pricing from Chinese competitors. As these financial pressures mount, highlighted by recent loss reports, […]

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Hoteliers, Integration Partners Applaud Maestro PMS’s Innovative, All-In-One Technology
May 1, 2024

NEW tools take center stage at the company’s largest Users’ Conference on record, including embedded payments, learning management, client incentives and more Markham, Ontario, May 1, 2024 — Independent hoteliers gathered in Toronto last month to attend “Accelerate 2024”, a user’s conference hosted by  Maestro PMS, the preferred Web Browser based cloud and on-premises all-in-one […]

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