Andragogy: Adult Learning Theory
What is Andragogy Adult Learning Theory? Malcolm Knowles (1913-1977) was an influential American educator who popularised the term ‘andragogy’, the art and science of how…
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What’s the buzz? Our NEW Beekeeping 101 Course!
Ever thought about becoming a beekeeper? Then the Beekeeping 101 Course is right for you! Beekeeping is a fascinating and rewarding hobby. By caring for…
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How To Sell eLearning Courses
Want to sell eLearning courses? With busy schedules, resistance to change, ‘information overload’ from daily life and years of attending boring training, it can be…
Learning Methodologies and Activities
We use a variety of learning methodologies and activities to provide rich learning experiences. Our approach We draw on a range of adult learning theories…
Accredited Training 101
The nuts and bolts Accredited training leads to a nationally recognised qualification such as a Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Graduate Certificate. These qualifications are…
Do You Want to Create an Online Course or eLearning?
To create an online course or eLearning, you typically require: Learning Management System (LMS) A Course or Content There are a few exceptions which we…
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Contact Tracing Program Goes Global
Contact Tracing Modules Our IDA and DLD teams are so proud to be working on the development of a series of global eLearning Contact Tracing…
Has Your Learning Program Hit Its Objectives?
Learning Program Evaluation Learning strategies are developed with a key objective in mind. But how will we know if the strategy has been effective? Through…
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Informal Learning
Informal learning (or incidental learning) is unstructured, experiential and generally occurs spontaneously, outside of the formal learning setting [1]. Informal learning supports adult learning principles,…
The Pervasive Learning Model
Pervasive learning, also known as P-Learning or the 3-33 Model, was developed by Dan Pontefract in 2013. He described it as “learning at the speed…
The AEE Learning Model
What is the Adding, Embedding, Extracting (AEE) Learning Model? The Adding, Embedding, Extracting (AEE) model aims to make informal learning in the workplace more effective…
The 70:20:10 Learning Model
The 70:20:10 Model is used worldwide as a general guideline for designing effective end-to-end learning programs. We know that effective learning occurs through experience, exposure…
The Science Behind Attention Spans
Learning Science Do you ever have trouble paying attention and maintaining focus for lengthy periods? So do we! Think about what happens when you get…
Conducting a Learning Needs Analysis (LNA) in High-Risk Industries
What is a Learning Needs Analysis (LNA)? The initial (and key!) step to effective learning design and development is determination of learning needs through a…
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Developing and Maintaining Competency in High-Risk Environments
What is the Conscious Competence Learning Model? The Conscious Competence Learning Model describes a typical experience of learning new knowledge and skills. IDA applies the…
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Moving Training Online During COVID-19
Has your organisational training come to a halt due to COVID-19? It doesn’t have to! You may not need to wait until the dark days…
Do You Need An Instructional Design Degree Qualification?
What is Instructional Design? Instructional design is the practice of using an understanding of how people learn to inform decisions regarding learning sequences and strategies,…
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Applying Problem Based Learning (PBL)
What is Problem Based Learning (PBL)? Problem Based Learning (PBL) is a method in which learners are immersed in solving real-world problems. PBL is based…
How-To: Design For Online Courses
Learn how to design online courses and eLearning. Developing online courses and eLearning If you think developing eLearning programs is an easy task – you…
Merrill’s Instructional Design Principles
What do the researchers say about effective instructional design? The truth is – there are many, many theories. How, then, to make sense of it…