Online Learning

10 Ways to Lose at Selling Learning Systems: For LMS Vendors

April 29, 2020

How to Fail at Selling Learning Systems - Advice for LMS vendors from independent software analyst John Leh

LMS vendors, I owe you a post. It’s hard to believe nearly two years have passed since I last shared tips for selling learning systems. But since the LMS market is on fire, you’ve probably been too busy to notice. I hope [...learn more...]

Covid-19 Aid: Free Tools and Resources for Virtual Learning and Remote Work

April 1, 2020

Covid-19 Free Tools Virtual Learning Remote Work

Normally as the calendar shifts from March to April, we celebrate the arrival of warmer weather. This year, however, our nation and the rest of the world remain frozen in place by Covid-19. The future seems less certain than it was only a few short [...learn more...]

Virtual Learning: Rewriting the Playbook in Turbulent Times

March 25, 2020

Throw out your learning technology playbook. It’s time to write a new one. The Coronavirus is here and we’re all witnessing a plot twist of epic proportions. Isolation is the new norm and rapid change is everywhere. Naturally, we all [...learn more...]

Learning Analytics: Big Demand, But Bigger Challenges?

February 26, 2020

learning analytics adoption challenges and trends

When I stepped into the extended enterprise learning world 25 years ago, the concept of data-based decision-making was vastly different. The analytics process was usually ad-hoc and reactive. And all too often, data was inaccurate, incomplete or [...learn more...]

Are You Overlooking Today’s Hottest Corporate Learning Trend?

January 28, 2020

overlooking hot corporate learning trend

Perhaps it’s just me. But I’m beginning to think that an astonishing number of L&D practitioners aren’t paying attention to today’s most promising organizational learning trend. And here’s why… A Top Learning Trend [...learn more...]

Talented Learning’s Greatest Hits – 2019 Edition

December 27, 2019

What were the most popular topics in extended enterprise learning in 2019? Find out in this year-end round-up from independent analysts at Talented Learning!

It’s hard to believe another year has come and gone, let alone another decade! I’m not one to dwell on the past. But I do believe the past can inform the future. So before we move on, I invite you to join me in revisiting this [...learn more...]

Content Marketing: What Every Learning Practitioner Needs to Know

November 13, 2019

Where does content marketing end and instructional marketing begin? 16 experts offer advice that learning practitioners need to know about content marketing

Where Does Content Marketing End and Instructional Marketing Begin? On the surface, marketing and learning may seem like separate disciplines. But if you look closer, you’ll see that these worlds are deeply intertwined. And the overlap [...learn more...]

How Can Associations Improve Member Education? Ask a Learning Tech Analyst

November 6, 2019

How can associations improve member education? Independent learning tech analyst John Leh answers your questions

We’ve all heard about today’s rapidly changing workforce dynamics and the critical shortage of qualified labor. Almost daily, new statistics highlight the need for effective skills training and professional development. In this [...learn more...]

Podcast 28: How Tasty Is Your Product Training? – With Mike Martin, CLO of SAP Litmos

October 15, 2019

How can you make product training appealing to external audiences? Get advice from a CLO on The Talented Learning Show podcast!

How can you develop product training that your extended enterprise audiences will love? Listen to a CLO's advice on The Talented Learning Show! [...learn more...]

Extended Enterprise LMS Buyers Companion – 2019 Edition

October 8, 2019

Free collection of authoritative resources for learning systems decision makers: "The Extended Enterprise LMS Buying Companion"

If you’re familiar with Talented Learning, you know we’re fiercely independent consultants focused on one goal – to help you choose the best extended enterprise LMS for your needs. The “Extended Enterprise” Worldview What [...learn more...]

Podcast 27: What Makes Microlearning Work? – With Karl Kapp

October 2, 2019

How do you make microlearning work? Listen to this podcast interview with elearning expert and co-author of the popular new book "Microlearning Short and Sweet" - Dr. Karl Kapp

You can make instructional content short and sweet. But is that effective microlearning? Find out as John Leh talks with Dr. Karl Kapp on The Talented Learning Show! [...learn more...]

Podcast 24: DNA of High-Impact Learning – With Paul Morton of CrossKnowledge

August 14, 2019

What elements actually drive high-impact learning? Find out in this podcast with independent learning tech analyst John Leh - on The Talented Learning Show

How can you crack the code on high-impact learning? New research reveals a proven model for learning experiences that stick. Find out more on the Talented Learning Show [...learn more...]

Podcasting: Is It Right For Your Content Mix?

July 24, 2019

Should you add podcasting content to your online learning mix? Advice from a content strategy expert

EDITOR’S NOTE: Because extended enterprise learning involves multiple disciplines, we sometimes ask other experts to share their insights with our readers. Today we feature podcasting advice from Shelly Kramer, Co-CEO of V3 Broadsuite and [...learn more...]

Learning Events: 10 Ways to Level Up Your Content Programming

July 9, 2019

How can you improve continuing education with content programming that includes multiple learning modes? Tips from association learning leaders

Historically, associations built educational content programming around live location-based events. That’s one reason why national conferences have become magnets for members seeking professional development and certification. But content [...learn more...]

It’s Showtime! How to Enhance Conference Learning With Online Video

April 24, 2019

How can online video enhance conference learning programs? Get 10 ideas you can use from independent learning tech analysts at Talented Learning

After a decade of explosive market growth, online video has reached critical mass and there’s no turning back. Countless research reports confirm that video is changing our lives profoundly at home and at work. Consider these statistics: Online [...learn more...]

How Do Associations Drive Lifelong Learning? It Depends

December 4, 2018

How do associations support lifelong learning for members? Two association learning leaders share their best advice

According to the most recent IRS reports, nearly 64,000 professional and trade associations are based in the U.S. As you might expect, many of these organizations operate in similar ways. But when it comes to supporting lifelong learning, [...learn more...]

Social Learning Experiences: Making Better Connections

November 8, 2018

It’s no secret – recently social media has had a rough ride. So why should we celebrate technologies that enable social learning experiences? Maybe the answer lies in the beauty of a simple human truth: “Everyone you will ever meet [...learn more...]

Distance Learning and the LMS: Advice From a Higher Education Expert

October 17, 2018

Distance Learning LMS - Online Learning in Higher Education Columbia University

EDITOR’S NOTE: As the non-traditional student segment of the higher education market continues to grow, demand for greater program flexibility is following suit. Many colleges and universities have launched distance learning programs, but [...learn more...]

Does Your Business Really Need an LMS? Straight Talk with “The eLearning Coach”

October 9, 2018

Does your business REALLY need an LMS? Independent learning tech analyst John Leh talks with "The Elearning Coach" Connie Malamed

Earlier this year, I was fortunate to be interviewed by one of the learning community’s most talented instructional designers and thought leaders, Connie Malamed (aka “The eLearning Coach“). The resulting podcast is titled [...learn more...]

Best Customer Education Blogs: 25 Must-Reads for Learning Professionals

September 25, 2018

What are the best customer education blogs? Here are 25 must-reads for learning professionals, selected by an independent learning technology analyst

Which blogs offer the best advice about customer education practices, strategies and technologies? Great question. But with such phenomenal recent growth in the customer experience market, there is no obvious answer. That’s not just a gut [...learn more...]

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