Exploring Gamification Techniques for Classroom Management. Paper Presented at Games+Learning+Society 9.0, Madison, WI. Available online here. (Author: Scott Nicholson, Syracuse University School of Information Studies) Abstract A variety of gamification techniques from the literature are used in two college courses. Some techniques, such as an experience point-based system and leaderboards, proved confusing or frustrating, while other techniques,... Read More ›

Great infographic from Mia McMeekin, enjoy! Behaviors are the atomic blocks of gamification designing and engineering, the purpose is to analyze and influence them for desired outcomes. If you think of xAPI (Experience API), the statement is true as well. xAPI and gamification are both data-driven, evidence-centered learning design strategy. They are both like a... Read More ›

When Skype founder Morten Lund was seeking support for his internet phone service in 2004, many businesses turned him away. Now he is back to launch a new business venture, and this time the business officials are listening. Coders Trust is a micro-financing company that is aimed at freelancers and students in emerging markets who... Read More ›

If you are a learning architect, how will you design an ideal learning experience? Leveraging ubiquitous technologies for learning opportunities anytime, anywhere => you need "Mobile Learning" or "Seamless Learning" Learning-on-demand, Just-In-Time, and Just-For-Me => you need "Performance Support" Learning is …a state of play, an experience of flow => you need "Gamification or Game-Based... Read More ›

Learning experience design and development have long been centered around the learning management system. What happens (or should happen) to elearning design and development when the LMS is no longer the center of learning experience tracking? Craig Wiggins, the ADL Experience API(xAPI) community manager, was interviewed by Jessie Chuang to share his vision and projection... Read More ›

[Post by Greg Gammie, Implementations Manager at GeoMetrix Data Systems Inc.] The Game Changers Awards were developed to recognize innovative rising stars for their positive impact on the present and future of the HR profession. "Since 2011, the Workforce Game Changers Awards have recognized high-potential young professionals, under the age of 40, who are making […]

[Post by Phil Cazella, Director of Business Development at Pillar Training Solutions] The eLearning Guild community has introduced a new Learning Exchange for its members to share knowledge and ideas with each other. The Learning Exchange takes peer-based learning to a whole new level by providing a social, easy-to-use platform that enables you to connect, […]

[Post by Arden Rose, Account Manager at GeoMetrix Data Systems Inc.] Now entering its 21st year, the Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards Program recognize the best organizations that have successfully deployed programs, strategies, modalities, processes, systems, and tools that have achieved measurable results. The awards cover Human Capital Management areas such as organizational improvement and performance, effective technology implementations, insightful models, and compelling success stories. There are categories for program designers, managers, and executives who want to share their winning programs, strategies, technologies. Winners receive: Recognition at Brandon Hall Group’s Annual Excellence Conference Discounted Excellence Conference Pass Rates One plaque per winning entry A digital logo that you may use in any way you wish A Brandon Hall Group issued press release announcing the winners Live online announcement event and inclusion in promotional mailings Recognition on Brandon Hall Group’s web site Recognition on Brandon Hall Group’s social communities - Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter Entries may be included in Brandon Hall Group’s blogs Feedback and scoring on your entry at the request of the organization Entries may be included in Brandon Hall Group’s publications when appropriate and with approval Opportunities to be highlighted in industry webinars The Excellence Awards Technology Fall Program is now OPEN to receive applications through September 18, 2015. For more information visit: HCM Excellence Awards

[Post by Greg Gammie, Implementations Manager at GeoMetrix Data Systems Inc.] Innovation exists at the intersection of invention and value. But innovation doesn’t happen on its own — you must make it happen by taking advantage of today’s cutting-edge technologies. DevLearn 2015 is designed to inspire the innovator in you to discover what technology makes possible for learning today and to examine and experiment with all the growing opportunities for tomorrow. This year’s keynote speakers tap into the four critical elements of learning innovation: Curiosity, Disruption, Passion, and Technology. These keynotes are sure to inspire your inner innovator to take your own learning to new heights. Join the community of industry pioneers that’s shaping the future of learning, and witness learning innovation in the making! For more information visit DevLearn 2015

[Post by Arden Rose, Account Manager at GeoMetrix Data Systems Inc.] The theme of the Fall CLO Symposium this year is The Next Evolution: Learning in a Time of Disruption. "Powerful and volatile forces are reshaping the workplace and driving the need for learning that is nimble, timely and, above all, quickly delivers results. Emerging technology, rapidly proliferating data and emerging management models create significant challenges for learning leaders but also present considerable opportunities for positive and dynamic change." Join Chief Learning Officer magazine at the Fall 2015 Chief Learning Officer Symposium to explore how CLOs can lead and prepare their organizations for this next evolution. The CLO Symposium is an annual live conference for corporate executives who oversee learning and development initiatives for their enterprises’ workforce, customer, suppliers and partners. With an agenda built by the editors of Chief Learning Officer magazine, the CLO Symposium has evolved into the preferred meeting place for learning executives and their corporate peers. For more information visit: Fall CLO Symposium