http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ The Synapsys weblog (blog) is a repository of articles, documents and links that reflect our intellectual and philosophical journey through the world of blended learning, eLearning and knowledge management. Information is organised by theme, and is searchable. en-us steve.gallagher@synapsys.co.nz 2010-04-27T14:14:35+12:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000166.asp One of the things that we've learned from our eLearning projects is that the term 'eLearning' means different things to different people. Once upon a time, eLearning just meant content - chunks of material that were self contained learning objects,... 166@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Analyse/Plan 2010-04-27T14:14:35+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000165.asp We've recently been working with a client to define a trainer progression framework for around 3000 trainers spread across the organisation. Our thinking was influenced by research coming out of the E.U. around competencies for VET professionals. It's produced by... 165@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Analyse/Plan 2010-03-29T11:18:32+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000164.asp There has been an explosion of eLearning authoring tools that promise the ability to create effective, engaging eLearning content without even the need to know what 'HTML' means. Expensive or free, downloaded or used online - the options are endless.... 164@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ 2010-01-21T15:33:49+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000163.asp Ten tips for creating elearning experiences that actually deliver results 1. Don’t start with the technology Start by being clear about the business is trying to achieve, and what experience learners actually need. It may or may not be eLearning.... 163@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Blended Learning 2010-01-21T13:24:43+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000162.asp The goal of any learning initiative should be to make a difference. This difference could be increasing learners' knowledge in a subject or improving people's ability, efficiency, or satisfaction in their job. From the organisation's perspective, the value of these... 162@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Collaboration 2010-01-20T11:19:02+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000160.asp One of the challenges in measuring return on investment in training/learning contexts is that much of the value can be intangible. Take for example training in new manufacturing processes. It’s relatively easy to measure ‘hard’ data such as reduced waste... 160@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Evaluate 2009-11-27T11:44:56+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000159.asp The starting point for most ROI models is the formula TB-TC/TC x 100. To work out your ROI, take the total benefit, deduct the total cost, and express the difference as a percentage of the total cost. Straightforward as far... 159@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Evaluate 2009-11-03T11:39:28+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000161.asp This case study is an example of a fullblown ROI analysis in a qualitative area (impact of coaching on manager’s performance). It includes evaluation at all of Kirkpatrick’s levels, and the development of data gathering tools that were embedded directly... 161@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ 2009-10-27T11:51:56+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000158.asp IDC's Corporate Learning Buyer Survey series suggests that most corporates choose the delivery mode of training based on available content (IDC, March 2009, #217336, Vol. 1). Hardly surprising really; migrating content from one delivery mode to another is no small... 158@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Analyse/Plan 2009-09-18T10:21:57+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000157.asp For Synapsys, this is going to be our year of fastest growth, at this stage it looks like it will be around 50%. We feel very fortunate to be in this position, and have been asking ourselves, "why us?". The... 157@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Innovations 2009-07-30T12:17:02+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000156.asp We've noticed a change in the way a number of our clients are approaching the issue of creating learning resources for Unit Standards. There is a growing desire to provide learning packages that integrate a number of Unit Standards. The... 156@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Analyse/Plan 2009-07-09T12:42:27+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000155.asp Our observation is that often technical writers focus excessively on the content itself. The final product is less effective than it should be because of inadeqaute consideration of: • Assumed knowledge or skills of the part of users that just... 155@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Technical writing 2009-06-29T17:59:27+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000154.asp What are the keys to successfully selecting a Learning Management System for your business?... 154@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ 2008-07-25T13:17:40+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000153.asp Bloggers are frequently told to keep it short; Marc Andreessen of Netscape fame has a better idea. 153@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Recommended Reading 2007-06-21T15:41:08+12:00 http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/archives/000152.asp A pragmatic approach in the Middle East yields powerful results. 152@http://www.synapsys.co.nz/blog/ Implement 2007-03-06T21:14:31+12:00