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• April 30, 2021 • Happy Friday! This week we're focusing on two questions related to learning objectives and course design: Where should you put the learning objectives for an online course? How can learning objectives be optimized to enhance...
• April 23, 2021 • Happy Friday! This week we're focusing on two questions: Text or video: what's best for learners? Does the YouTube comment section have value for learners?
• April 16, 2021 • This week we're focusing on two questions: Can enterprise social media use improve organizational learning? Do interesting but irrelevant details impair learning?
• April 8, 2021 • This week we're focusing on the following questions: Does the presence of a social robot, combined with gamification elements, encourage learning? How do notifications impact learning? Can background music enhance learning efficiency?
• March 25, 2021 • This week, we're taking a look at three topics: Learning analytics and user behavior Note-taking using devices Training transfer
• March 18, 2021 • This week, we're slightly obsessed about the following questions: How can we optimize informal workplace learning? What's the impact of managerial coaching on workplace engagement? Why has no one sent in any pet photos this week? Would...
• March 11, 2021 • This week, we're tackling the following questions: How does an instructor's mood in a video lecture impact learners? What does a learner's cognitive load tell us about potential training transfer? How can instructors reduce the impact of seductive...
• March 4, 2021 • This week we're answering the following questions: Does incorporating gambling into an LMS increase learner engagement? Can spaced practice using a flashcard app improve test performance? What are the most common assessment mistakes made by...
We’re dedicating this week’s issue to a singular topic: diversity training.
• February 4, 2021 • This week, we're focusing on the following questions: Do graphics enhance online learning? Should software simulations have written instructions? How can platform administrators increase adoption of social learning tools?
• January 28, 2021 • In this issue, we're focusing on the following questions: Can casual games enhance workplace training? What impact can pre-questions have for video content? How can you reduce mind wandering during long videos?
• January 22, 2021 • Interested in metacognition? Learn more as we go over the impact of metacognition and how it can be incorporated into workplace learning and customer education.
• January 15, 2021• Welcome to the first Learning Science Weekly issue of 2021! After a few weeks off, we’re excited to catch up.
• December 18, 2020 • This week, we're focusing on the following questions: What's the best way to train astronauts? Does gamification help med students? And what's with Mr. Fluffington's face??
• December 11, 2020 • This week, we’re focusing on the following questions: Which instructor online discussion strategies are associated with learner performance? What are some of the challenges in translating learning science research? Is immersive virtual reality a useful...
• December 4, 2020 • This week, we're focusing on the following questions: What are pedagogical agents, and do they enhance learning? Are “streaks” more effective at encouraging regular learning than badges? What skills make customer education professionals successful?
• November 20, 2020 • This week, we’re focusing on the following questions: How can an organization’s gamification strategies influence their employees’ use of a mobile learning app? How does psychological safety impact team performance? How can we use Merrill’s...
• November 12, 2020 • This week, we’re focusing on the following questions: When can workplace gamification backfire? What are the best practices in mobile microlearning? Does spaced practice enhance learning?
Plus pets, of course!
We're taking a break next week!
Plus, an appearance from Batman and Robin!
The seaweed is always greener in somebody else's lake.
Plus, Ada and Fiona.
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