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Articles and Thoughts

 

Beyond Simple (and boring) Multiple Choice Questions


Here is an article I wrote for ASTD's Learning Circuits that provides a couple of alternatives to traditional multiple choice questions. Check out the article.

Glossary for Gadgets, Games and Gizmos for Learning

 

Here is a wiki glossary for my new book. I ran out of room in the paper edition so its online. Log into the wiki glossary and add some terms.

Informal Learning

Here is a whitepaper on the topic of Embrace Informal Learning: Understanding the tools of informal learning and their impact on organizations. which explains some of the terms like wiki, blog and IM.

Read sections from a collaborative e-book about e-learning E-Learning Concepts and Techniques. A project by Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania's Department of Instructional Design..

Whitepaper titled "Designing Instruction to Teach Principles (Softskills)."

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Boomer/Gamer Knowledge Gap

Mid-NJ ASTD Slides

 

Here is a link to the slides I presented recently at the Mid-NJ ASTD Chapter meeting.

 

Read my ASTD Learning Circuits Article Teaching Facts with Fun, Online Games
Here is a whitepaper titled Games, Gadgets and Gizmos It explains a little about the boomer/gamer knowledge gap and what we need to do to transfer knowledge before it is too late.
See Online GAMES
Here is a copy of the E-Learning Games and Simulations Presentation I did for the PA/DE/NJ Distance Learning Meeting.
E-Learning Examples and Samples
Additional Resources see, samples and examples...articles and thoughts (Sample RFPs, articles, etc.).

Games

Learn Algebra in a first-person explorer format: Tabula Digita

 


Timez Attack is a multiplication table game. You have to see it. It is really an impressive piece of learning software.

 

Learn the United States Capitals: State The Capital

 

Learn Spanish in an immersive environment: Download the game here.

 

Play Hang-Man Type game

Example of an e-learning piece done in Macromedia's Breeze (with help from graduate student Kristen..)
Products

Gadgets, Games and Gizmos for Learning

This book explores the various methods available for transferrring knowledge from theCover for Gadgets, Games and Gizmos for Learning departing baby boomers to the incoming gamers. Learn how technology has impacted this generation and their preferred methods for learning.

 

Filled with fun stories, great examples and solid advice, the book covers everything from simulations to casual games to handled gadgets to recruiting gamers to selling the concepts of gadgets, games and gizmos to management. Available Now

Winning E-Learning Proposals

Here is my book on winning e-learning proposals, it also helps with writing e-learning RFPs and even managing e-learning projects.You don't have to be an elearning expert to benefit from the book. Check it out. Read what industry leaders are saying about the book. Praise for Winning E-Learning Proposals.

Integrated Learning for ERP Success

Check out my book on how to implement ERP systems on-time and within budget .
Keynote Address / Speaking Services

Need a Speaker for Your Next Event?

 

I can provide an excellent after dinner presentation or a keynote address discussing the convergence of technology and learning Learn More >

Slides for Training Magazine Conference on the topic of Gadgets, Games and Gizmos for Learning Session # 306.
Here are some slides I used for a presentation titled Innovations in Learning Technology and another link to a presentation I did at Penn State titled Why 3D?
Karl's PodCasts and Webinars
Here is a presentation about how to improve your PowerPoint presentations. It is called Avoiding Death by PowerPoint.
Presentation in Breeze about Casual Games and E-Learning for Adults
Here is a Breeze presentation titled "Measuring the Impact of Learning." This presentation covers various concepts related to evaluating learning programs and events.
Listen to one of two presentations I gave for Adobe . Scroll down the page to find the two topics:
- The Business of E-Leaning: Successful RFP Responses
- Making the Most of Virtual Classrooms.
Listen to PodCast's about online game development for teaching concepts and facts. As well as the imperative to "Shazam" e-learning and other interesting topics related to e-learning. .
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