A recent article on Page 16 in the May 2008 issue of HR World gave me an idea into the introduction of this new e-Learning forum.
The article titled "What is E-learning?" provided a fantastic introduction into what e-learning means and how e-learning can be accessed. I encourage you to read through the article and make special note of the 3 Keys to Success: Plan, Pilot, Build.
Many people I have spoken with recently have a narrow view of e-learning and through this forum I'd like very much to open the proverbial "eye flaps" and extend beyond learning using the internet as the sole focus of this forum to include it and other avenues such as web-conferences, CDs and DVDs, teleconferencing, video and film and the newly emerging mobile and wireless technologies.
In the near future you will see articles posted by many different contributors, each with their own special talents in the training and development realm, and I anticipate that there will be a flurry of active postings to help keep you informed, show you new tools, tips and techniques and also provide some light entertainment from time to time. Topics will include e-learning tools, techniques and tips, Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning software, technical writing, using graphics and graphic design, animation, audio and video integration, presentation, learning styles, consulting, and project management for the e-learning professional (and so much more).
We'll also keep you posted on the launch of our new website, community forum and contact information.
But for now, we want to welcome you to our readership and hope you have a great time while you are here. If you have something you would like to share; a tool, a tip, an article, a product or service, even a resource, please drop me a line and I'll be sure to share it with others – and credit you in return. Don't forget to include your blog address or website when you correspond so that we can include that.
I look forward to hearing from you and sharing with you.
