Learning Management System (LMS) Software Definition. Learning management systems (LMSs) are software platforms for instructors to manage and organize educational courses online and provide students a single location for all course material. LMSs are used to help streamline information between educational institutions and students over the internet, allowing for increased learning capabilities that are more accessible to the general public. MORE

Continuous feedback is feedback given to an employee by his/her manager (or peers) on their performance on a regular and frequent basis. This feedback is used to provide employee coaching and development continuously rather than only at the end of the year. Now, if a manager has 12 direct reports, one can easily imagine that providing real-time meaningful feedback to each of those reports could become quite difficult and time-consuming without the aid of technology. MORE

A ccording to the most recent Learning Technology Trends Survey by the Brandon Hall Group, almost half of the companies surveyed are actively looking to replace their current learning management system. These statistics make a good case re-examining how you currently deliver learning content and whenever possible, breaking it down into shorter, more easily digestible lessons that can be offered in a microlearning format. MORE

The learning landscape is shifting. With continuous advances in technology, employees are taking control of their own education and development. Organizations are stepping up to help shape the future of learning. They’re focusing on providing coaching, ongoing feedback and resources for learning opportunities. Unsurprisingly, mobile and social learning are gaining traction and feature heavily in a modern learning environment. Employee-led learning. MORE

Traditionally, the role of the learning and development (L&D) function was plain to see, evident first in various course catalogs and instructor-led classroom training and later in e-learning that was essentially classroom training transferred online. Today, however, L&D is evolving to be a more ubiquitous, more behind-the-scenes force for supporting and enabling employee development and performance. Deloitte Learning Practice. Learn more. MORE

In a study by the Association for Talent Development (ATD), 71 percent of HR professionals said their company conducts sexual harassment prevention training. Having employees watch a 30-minute video on how to file a complaint if they experience sexual harassment isn’t going to stop harassment from happening in the first place. So, how can HR and talent leaders make sexual harassment training more effective in creating a harassment-free culture? MORE

We don’t just talk about progressive talent management; we live and breathe it. Some initiatives are wildly successful right from the start, while others provide us with valuable insight and learning to move forward with. Today, I want to talk “learning paths.” Phil is an experienced Learning and Development Consultant and a key member of Halogen’s Learning Centre of Excellence , a strong human resources professional with an M.A. MORE

In the ever-changing world those who succeed never stop learning. The American Society for Training and Development found that companies that offer comprehensive training have 218% higher income per employee and a 24% higher profit margin than those who pay less attention to training. We are happy to share that Rallyware has been selected as one of the leading learning systems of 2018. The top 20 LMS solutions for effective learning and development. MORE

Traditionally, the role of the learning and development (L&D) function was plain to see, evident first in various course catalogs and instructor-led classroom training and later in e-learning that was essentially classroom training transferred online. Today, however, L&D is evolving to be a more ubiquitous, more behind-the-scenes force for supporting and enabling employee development and performance. Deloitte Learning Practice. Learn more. MORE

He gained so much recognition for his sales swagger that other reps started asking to go on calls with him, and his manager eventually promoted him to sales trainer. That’s when his career shifted to the learning and development field. They created a role for me that didn’t exist,” said Ilvento, who became their first CLO and director of talent development in 2011. That forced them to rethink their approach to training, mentoring and career development. MORE