[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]People are often naturally opposed to change and new ideas until they get used to them. Implementing a new learning management system in the workplace is no different. However, if you present your learning management system in the right way, you can expect high levels of excitement and engagement from your learners. Here are some ideas for … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Well-designed workplace training for teachers – a way to improve teaching and learning It is obvious that a lack of training in the workplace might negatively affect various aspects of any business. When talking about school as a workplace, it always raises concerns about how to provide the best training for those who are … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In the NHS today, over one in ten hospitals has been rated as unsafe. This, rather scary statistic comes as news from The Care Quality Commission’s report on the state of healthcare and adult social care in England, which outlines that the need to improve safety is vital. The problem, it seems, is a … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Every year the non-profit organisation Towards Maturity releases their industry benchmark report on the world of Learning and Development in the UK, and this year’s findings make for some fascinating reading, particularly if you’re looking into updating or upgrading your system. Here are our top 5 findings from the report: 1. The Expectations are … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Implementing a strong training strategy for charities can be a challenge. Although it is important for them to develop their staff and make sure they have the management and interpersonal skills required to do their job, charities rely mostly on donations, and therefore must use their funds carefully and constructively. It is important for … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]According to the 2015 Retail Sector Benchmark Report, 46% of retail companies are planning on increasing their training budget in the next couple of years, compared to 35% average across all businesses. Why should the retail sector invest in elearning? 1. Staff retention Staff turnover in the retail sector is one of the highest with an … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Feedback is the most important aspect of any process. If you want to improve anything, you’ll need to know where you went wrong, or which strengths you can play to in future. But feedback is rarely direct – surveys are a pain to fill in and often don’t illustrate the reality of a situation, … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s the new certification that’s being rolled out to improve care standards, but for many The Care Certificate isn’t just the result of a few reports and reviews, it’s also a chance to help employees grow and learn as professionals. The way that The Care Certificate is constructed – with “Knowledge and Capability” essentially meaning “theory and … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] MOOCs (Massive Online Open Courses) first emerged in 2008 but became widely known when Stanford University released their first open-enrolment course in 2012. Since then, MOOCs have become hugely popular and are offered by leading universities from Harvard to Oxford. But as MOOCs take the education world by storm, one question remains – can … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With Learning Technologies 2015 starting tomorrow we understand that plenty of you will be considering building your own e-learning projects after coming by stand 79. Getting started can be a little overwhelming, so we put together this handy guide to help you get started. It’s just 6 things you need to do when starting your … Read more