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Udemy: Delving into DevOps with instructor Ward Viaene
Rounding out our Q&A series with tech instructors, today we’re introducing you to Ward Viaene, who teaches “Learn Devops: Continuously Deliver Better Software.” It’s one of three courses available from Ward in the Udemy marketplace. Read on for Ward’s thoughts on getting into DevOps and what professionals in the field need to know. How long have you [...]…
Udemy: Delving into DevOps with instructor Ward Viaene
Rounding out our Q&A series with tech instructors, today we’re introducing you to Ward Viaene, who teaches “Learn Devops: Continuously Deliver Better Software.” It’s one of three courses available from Ward in the Udemy marketplace. Read on for Ward’s thoughts on getting into DevOps and what professionals in the field need to know. How long have you [...]…
Learning Solutions Magazine: Affordances of Learning by Stephen Haskin
Affordances are a way of determining if you need to create eLearning or live training or video. Or a text book, pamphlet, or some other form of printed material. There are no truly established rules for affordances. And they’re constantly evolving. In eLearning especially, it sometimes seems that we do things willy-nilly without thinking about whether this is the right thing to do.
Learning Solutions Magazine: Affordances of Learning by Stephen Haskin
Affordances are a way of determining if you need to create eLearning or live training or video. Or a textbook, pamphlet, or some other form of printed material. There are no truly established rules for affordances. And they’re constantly evolving. In eLearning especially, it sometimes seems that we do things willy-nilly without thinking about whether this is the right thing to do.
Coursera: Now 85 New Specializations and Courses on Coursera
Since our new content announcement last month, we’ve added over 35 new courses and Specializations in business, data science, computer science, and more! Explore the latest to launch - listed below - and join your favorite to start your future today: Business Supply Chain Management, Rutgers Construction Management, Columbia University Corporate Entrepreneurship: Innovating within Corporations, University of Maryland Culture-Driven Team Building, University of Pennsylvania Media Platforms, Columbia University Innovate on Demand, Columbia University Ethical Social Media, University of Sydney Sales Strategies: Mastering the Selling Process, University of Chicago The Three Pillar Model for Business Decisions: Strategy, Law & Ethics, University of Michigan Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies & Skills, University of MichiganLiderazgo para el Siglo XXI, Universidad de los Andes Finanzas corporativas, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México Habilidades G…
Udemy: October 7, 2016: Friday news roundup
As this week winds down, our thoughts are with those affected by Hurricane Matthew. Still lots of other news and ideas to talk about, however. Stay safe and check out these articles about implicit bias, hiring from within, and what our CEO thinks about robots in the workplace. We’re all a little biased, even if [...]…
Udemy: October 7, 2016: Friday news roundup
As this week winds down, our thoughts are with those affected by Hurricane Matthew. Still lots of other news and ideas to talk about, however. Stay safe and check out these articles about implicit bias, hiring from within, and what our CEO thinks about robots in the workplace. We’re all a little biased, even if [...]…
edX: Danaka, Advancing your Knowledge and Improving your Business with MicroMasters
Last week, we shared the exciting news that we launched 19 MicroMasters programs in fields from artificial intelligence to project management – all free to try on edX. To celebrate how MicroMasters programs help advance careers, we also shared edX learner, Jes’ story about his MicroMasters experience, implementing a team-wide initiative to take MicroMasters courses at his Fortune 500 company. As we look forward to... Read More about Danaka, Advancing your Knowledge and Improving your Business with MicroMasters The post Danaka, Advancing your Knowledge and Improving your Business with MicroMasters appeared first on edX Blog.
Learning Solutions Magazine: What I Learned at the Austin Game Conference about Game Creation and Virtual Reality by Bill Brandon
In late September, I attended the Austin Game Conference, which delivered the latest information about game development and virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). Here are some highlights and tips from my notes.
edX: Cutting-edge Innovations Drive Cybersecurity Training
We live in a world where everything is vulnerable. Billions of devices are now connected, each with valuable information that bad actors are aggressively looking to exploit. A host of new tools may now be available but they are optimized to address yesterday’s challenges. The second one problem is fixed a new one arises. What if we could develop language level techniques that remove entire... Read More about Cutting-edge Innovations Drive Cybersecurity Training The post Cutting-edge Innovations Drive Cybersecurity Training appeared first on edX Blog.
Learning Solutions Magazine: New eBook: AR, VR, and Enhanced Realities: Seven Perspectives on the Potential and Risks for Learning by Kat Gore
Augmented, virtual, and enhanced realities are poised to become a potent force in eLearning. What are their strong points—and drawbacks? Seven noted experts offer their take in this new eBook from The eLearning Guild.
Learning Solutions Magazine: Learning Leaders: Nick Floro Talks About Learning Architects by Pamela S. Hogle
Your goal as a learning architect is to understand needs, brainstorm possibilities, and present concepts to stakeholders, along with data gathered by testing your idea with your audience. Nick Floro, Guild Master, offers some advice in this interview.
Coursera: Coursera’s superheroes: Meet the Mentor team
By Kapeesh Saraf, Director of Product Management & Claire Smith, Community Manager Coursera was founded to help anyone, anywhere transform their life through access to the world’s best education. We’ve always known that education is more than just content - that the most effective learning experiences include discussion and debate, and that sometimes you need real-time support from an expert to get unstuck. Since even the most enthusiastic instructors can’t engage, debate, and un-stick thousands of learners around the world every day, we’ve looked to the wider Coursera community to provide that support. The Coursera Mentor program is the backbone of that effort, and we’re thrilled to announce that that program is growing! By the end of 2016, we’re aiming to ensure that the majority of learners have a Mentor in their course. Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect to see from these amazing community leaders in the next few months! Who…
edX: EdX Celebrates World Teachers’ Day 2016
Is there a teacher that’s had a significant impact on your life? Join us in thanking them today on #WorldTeachersDay as we commend educators from all over the world! World Teachers’ Day, celebrated every October 5 since 1994, is an opportunity to recognize and appreciate teachers for the essential role they play in the development of our global society. On October 5, 1966, the UNESCO/ILO Recommendation... Read More about EdX Celebrates World Teachers’ Day 2016 The post EdX Celebrates World Teachers’ Day 2016 appeared first on edX Blog.
Udemy: How humans will learn to coexist with bots
The robots are coming! The robots are coming! Actually, in some cases, they’re already here. Not everyone needs to learn how to program the robots, but we’ll all need to get comfortable working with algorithms and bots as well as people. Will they be friends or foes? And what can individuals do to position themselves [...]…
Udemy: How humans will learn to coexist with bots
The robots are coming! The robots are coming! Actually, in some cases, they’re already here. Not everyone needs to learn how to program the robots, but we’ll all need to get comfortable working with algorithms and bots as well as people. Will they be friends or foes? And what can individuals do to position themselves [...]…
Saylor.org: Using the Moodle Mobile app with Saylor Academy courses
One of the recurring questions we get is whether we have a mobile app. Try out Saylor Academy on the Moodle Mobile app and let us know what you think!
Saylor.org: Using the Moodle Mobile app with Saylor Academy courses
One of the recurring questions we get is whether we have a mobile app. Try out Saylor Academy on the Moodle Mobile app and let us know what you think!
Learning Solutions Magazine: The Difference Between Learning and Knowledge, and Why You Should Care by Carol Leaman
Is it time to rethink “learning”? Look at the dictionary definition of the word. There seems to be something missing: knowledge. Most learning decays over time and ends up being a waste because it’s not designed to effectively create long- term knowledge. Maybe somebody should be in charge of knowledge. Here are some thoughts on the significance of the difference.
Learning Solutions Magazine: Accessibility from the Ground Up: Build Captions and Usable Design into All eLearning by Pamela S. Hogle
Many eLearning developers assume that accessibility features, like captioning, can be added if someone requests an accommodation. But it’s not always possible to make existing content accessible; designing for barrier-free access avoids potential problems.