Unified Learning: Strategic Questions for Strategic Planning

To design quality unified learning, defined as aligned in-person and online professional development, associations and other learning organizations should answer three strategic questions for strategic planning.  These questions guide an organization dive into the data, operations, vision.  The results will help shape a data-driven plan for designing in-person and eLearning that are unified . . . Read More: Unified Learning: Strategic Questions for Strategic Planning

Three Benefits of Strategic Planning for Unified Learning

In a world of 24/7 information, data, and learning, organizations devoted to professional development often struggle to be heard.  Whether it’s lynda.com, a subsidiary of LinkedIn;  a MOOC from an array of prestigious universities (note the aggregation services of Class Central); or a Curiosity smart meme or course, people have options.  These options may . . . Read More: Three Benefits of Strategic Planning for Unified Learning

Three Challenges to Unified In-Person and eLearning

Strategic planning can seem so “back in the day” yet it is crucial for successful learning across in-person and online platforms.  Too often in-person education services are TWWADI (the way we’ve always done it):  annual conference, hot-topic workshops, etc. etc.  Yes, digital is an active feature of today’s f2f experiences:  Wi-Fi, hashtags, digital programs, . . . Read More: Three Challenges to Unified In-Person and eLearning

What is Unified Learning?

The rush for the perfect learning management system began originally with the concept of an integrated learning system.  In January 1994, Steven C. Mills discussed “integrated learning systems new technology for classrooms of the future” in the journal, TechTrends.  One key aspect of the original ILS model was the management component.  Today’s learning . . . Read More: What is Unified Learning?