How to distribute elearning content
Three options for retaining control of distributed content
AI and learning
An over-optimistic viewpoint?
Open source authoring software
Getting you going for free!
How to buy software
Eight step process to reduce the risk of buying software that doesn't work
Introduction to elearning standards
Standards help customers switch suppliers more easily - in theory
System scenarios template
Some guidance to help create scenarios when buying a system
Online learning without an LMS
Your organisation wants to get into online learning.
Content Conundrum
Considerations on choosing a content authoring strategy
Technology procurement
How can I make sure I buy something that will work for us?
Lean content authoring
How to apply lean principles in content authoring
LTI - a missed opportunity?
If you work in a medium-to-large organisation, you’ve probably come across tactical, online learning Solution designed to meet a specific need at a specific moment in time.
Questions for vendors at Learning Technologies
How to dig past the shiny presentations into the important detail
Making content better
The processes I use in creating content have as much potential to trip me up as the content itself!
Investing in Learning Technology
I discuss why organisations might want to invest in learning technologies, and how that investment can be made wisely.
Mobile learning strategy
I look at some of the key elements required for any mobile learning strategy – whether in the workplace or in formal education
Using H5P packages within your own website
This short explainer video describes how H5P content packages can be used within your own website, either by embedding, or by importing into your own H5P-enabled content management system.
Creating rich, portable learning experiences without SCORM
I discuss H5P, a new alternative to SCORM packaged HTML5 content which allows content to be created, edited and displayed in any H5P-enabled content management system, and then embedded just like a Youtube video.
Is an LMS the answer to your content delivery problem?
I discuss the business case for implementing a content &document management system to replace a creaking shared folder.
Who is responsible for security?
Where do you turn to for support and maintenance of your valuable software systems? What would be the risk to you if they were attacked? my recommendation is to out-source wherever possible.
Weighing up the risks: a sensible attitude to security
In the news this week we've learned that many of my national and local government websites are highly vulnerable to being hacked and defaced. I discuss how to assess and mitigate the risk.
Chromebooks and learning
Would Chromebooks be a better alternative to laptops and tablets within an educational context? I explore why some organisations are choosing to use Chromebooks as part of a multi-faceted approach to IT deployment.
Does Tin Can mean the demise of SCORM?
In this article, first published in Training Journal (September 2013), I discuss the capabilities and potential of the new Experience API, and whether it means that SCORM is no longer needed.
eFront: a usable LMS
I take a brief look at why eFront is starting to become the learning management system we'd choose above Moodle. It all comes down to usability and sociability.
5 reasons to use Open Source software
Doug Belshaw, as his contribution to the Elearning Network's event: "The Open Source revolution: low-cost, no cost - too good to be true?" has produced a short video which outlines 5 reasons to use Open Source software.
Joining up your systems
As your needs change, you'll need to bring in new software tools for specific functions. I discuss four ways in which you can present a unified system to your users: through identity and authentication management; through consistent design; through cross-application reporting; and through cross-application data use.
Introduction to “Responsive” design
Building online learning materials and applications that rely on a certain screen size is, with the plethora of available devices, now not an option. Responsive web design allows you to focus on content without worrying about screen size.
Open source software
In the learning &training world, open source software means more than just Moodle. There are many other open-source applications potentially useful for learning professionals - but how do you know that they will work for you?
Learning technology – tips for buyers
Choosing a learning technology solution isn't just about coming up with a shopping list of features and scoring vendors against that list. You will also need to decide whether the solution offered will work, will last and will fit your particular context.
IT system fundamental questions
Whenever you are looking for new software, whether for content creation, financial management, customer relationship management (or any other scenario), there are some fundamental questions that you will need to answer.
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