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Four ways to move your learners from clueless to confident

Posted on: 13 May 2009 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
Even small challenges build our confidence. Let learners try and succeed on their own instead of spoon-feeding them everything. Read more.
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Less text, more learning

Posted on: 26 January 2009 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
Do stakeholders want to add text to your materials? Here’s one study you can use to show how wordiness can hurt learning. Read more.
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Why you do not want to sound like a robot

Why you do not want to sound like a robot

Posted on: 19 January 2009 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
“We shouldn’t use contractions because…” Let’s debunk all that. Read more.
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How to add emotional impact with evocative images

Posted on: 16 June 2008 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
The right image can turn a blah message into a memorable, meaningful experience. But how can you find stock images that aren’t, well, stock? Read more.
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Be an elearning action hero!

Posted on: 12 May 2008 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
This quick, visual approach to instructional design helps you change what people do, not just what they know. Read more
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How to recognize elearning bloat

Posted on: 10 March 2008 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
A fun video shows what happens when stakeholders think every detail is important. Read more.
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5 ways to make linear navigation more interesting

Posted on: 28 February 2008 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
Stuck using a Next button? Here are some ideas to make it less mind-numbing. Read more.
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Makeover

Makeover: Turn objectives into motivators

Posted on: 19 December 2007 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
Let’s turn conventional objectives into goals that learners care about. Read more.
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Makeover: Teen body parts at risk!

Posted on: 7 November 2007 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
Let’s grab some elearning that might need perking up and add some perk. Read more.
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How to find good stock photos

Posted on: 29 October 2007 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
How can you find non-boring stock photos? The stock photo people have some tips for you. Read more.
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