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Gamification June 26, 2014

The History of the Humble Progress Bar

I bet you think you’ve come pretty far in life, but little did you realise that there has…

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Social Learning June 24, 2014

The Difference between Formal and Informal Learning

What's the Difference between Formal and Informal Learning? Audrey Polce can liken it to travelling on a bus…

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Learning Technology June 18, 2014

So what is a NextGen LMS anyway?

With the NextGen LMS conference in Austin, Texas quickly approaching, a lot of folks out there must be…

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Engagement June 9, 2014

Why Public Recognition Motivates Us

When we do things really well, we like to be noticed and acknowledged. It reaffirms that our hard…

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Social Learning June 8, 2014

Learning on the job – how it works

Did you know, 70% of our knowledge comes from ‘on-the-job’ learning? Yup! Only a slimline 10% occurs through…

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Social Learning June 5, 2014

How to promote Informal Learning – the missing 90%

Imagine that you’ve just bought a fancy new car. Now imagine that instead of driving the car, you…

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Learning Technology May 31, 2014

Face-to-Face training vs online learning: Which is right for you?

Not sure whether to go with online learning or face-to-face training? This 3-minute read will help point you…

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Engagement May 27, 2014

The importance of interactivity to the user experience

Here is a snippet of our ‘Art of Engagement’ white paper – a free guide to help you…

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L&D Strategy May 25, 2014

Company Culture Dos & Don’ts

There are no real rules in the company culture game, but there are a few guidelines worth following…

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100 Powerful Quotes About Learning
L&D Strategy June 16, 2026

100 Powerful Quotes About Learning to Inspire You!

From Aristotle to Yoda, we've ranked the all-time top 100 quotes about learning. Read on…

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L&D Strategy July 26, 2023

The L&D Playbook: Your Guide to Structured Workplace Learning

Boost your workforce's potential with the L&D Playbook video series. This is your go-to guide…

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Gamification April 1, 2023

Power of Play: The Ultimate Guide to Gamification in Training [2024]

Unlock the power of gamification in training. Discover a comprehensive guide to engage learners and…

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