E-Learning Queen focuses on online and distributed training and education, from instructional design to e-learning and mobile solutions, with emphasis on real-world e-learning issues and applications for higher education, training, K-12, and not-for-profit.
Apocalypse Manana: Dealing with Intrusive Thoughts and Cognitive Interference
With headlines proclaiming the meltdown of civilization as we know it, and economic apocalypse around the corner, it's no wonder that e-learners may have difficulty with focus. Intrusive thoughts can cause cognitive interference, as can the emotional response that one naturally has to the idea that the world as we know it is coming to an end. This article provides information from clinical psychologists and psychiatrists into the nature of intrusive thoughts and cognitive interference, and offers strategies and suggestions for learners. Self-regulation, self-efficacy, instructional strategies, cognitive awareness, study skills are addressed. Task-based approaches as well as collaborative and social networking -based strategies are also discussed.
Green E-Learning: Wimba, Wind Energy, Xcel Energy -- Teamwork making alternative energy and learning possible
Wimba, a provider of software and hosting services used in e-learning solutions, has made a commitment to use wind power for one of its products and services, the Wimba Pronto instant messaging service. Wimba Pronto, an academic instant messaging platform designed to bring informal learning settings online, is now the first instant messaging system powered by wind. Xcel Energy, the nation's largest provider of wind energy, is one of the energy providers that is making innovative solutions and teamwork like this possible.
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Tinguely Querer caught a glimpse of something much too shiny and smooth to be a dog, but too large to be a goat, cow, or pony. It slipped through the dark, waxy leaves of an unpruned magnolia tree, with what appeared to be a large, possibly prehensile tail, curling waggishly through the lower limbs.
E-Learning Queen: Corgi Big Bark Awards, Plus Tail Wags
awards for innovative programs that encourage creativity, community-building, elearning, mobile learning, alternative energy, social and environmental responsibility: west texas state technical college's online wind energy program; neulio video courses; Nfomedia learning management system; wolfram mathematica demonstration projects; lawrence community college (alternative energy); iowa lakes community college (alternative energy); ogallala commons (alternative energy), minnesota west, laramie community college
Why E-Learning? “Pull” vs. “Push” Makes All the Difference
Let’s re-examine the basic benefits of e-learning. With the high cost of transportation as well as hectic work and family schedules, many people who have been slow to take online courses are signing up for the first time. You may be wondering what advantages e-learning has over traditional face-to-face courses. This article discusses benefits, new approaches, and strategies for success.
Advances for Mobile Learning?: Nokia Recognizes New Mobile Application Developers
Mobile learning continues to receive important boosts from software application developers, whose innovations expand the capabilities of mobile devices, and add levels of interactivity and functionality. This enables mobile learning to take quantum leaps. Such technology gives everyone the ability to be a creative thought leader in e-learning / m-learning, and to form a dynamic, interactive learning environment that encourages grassroots-level, learner-driven activities.
Nokia has recognized several innovators in 2008 Nokia Innovation Series. Here are the winners and a few thoughts on possible applications to mobile learning.
E-Learning Queen: The Best Way to Learn in an Online Course
A well-designed online course will guide you through the course content, and will also guide you in the best way to learn the material and to achieve desired learning outcomes. The course will bring together cognitive and behavioral approaches. In addition, self-regulation (motivation, goal-setting, etc) will be incorporated in a seamless way so that you're learning how to manage time, how to practice for exams, and how to plan for achieving outcomes.
Health Serious Games and Virtual Worlds: New Developments and a Few Favorites
Several new and expanded health-related virtual worlds and serious games are good reminders of ongoing advances in the way that health education, information, and collaborations are being developed and promoted. Virtual worlds are extremely effective wher
