{"product_id":"abcs-of-e-learning-reaping-the-benefits-and-avoiding-the-pitfalls-paperback-softback-9780787959104","title":"ABCs of e-Learning; Reaping the Benefits and Avoiding the Pitfalls (Paperback \/ softback) 9780787959104","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eABCs of e-Learning\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eReaping the Benefits and Avoiding the Pitfalls\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is a great book to get multiple perspectives on the ever-changing field of e-learning. It addresses both the tough challenges and key decisions that organizations will have to face on the road to e-learning.\" -- Elliott Masie, The MASIE Center  \u003cp\u003e\"The \u003ci\u003eABCs of e-Learning\u003c\/i\u003e is the life vest, secret decoder ring, and rocket backpack you need before embarking on your e-learning adventure. You'd have to read a dozen other books to get all the tips, critical facts, and wisdom packed into this slender volume.\" --William Horton, William Horton Consulting\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"You can't find a better introduction to e-learning than this clearly written, user-friendly book. Brooks Broadbent deserves our gratitude for sharing his considerable e-learning wisdom with us.\" --Mel Silberman, Active Training\/People Smart, and author of \u003ci\u003e101 Ways to Make Meetings Work, 101Ways to Make Training Active, Active Training,\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eTwenty Active Training Programs\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"What a great book to get you off on the right foot for e-Learning! I found it easy to read, eminently practical and filled with good sense and useful tools. It confirms a lot of what I have experienced in creating e-learning and offers the kind o f warnings I wish others would make. I will recommend the ABC's of e-Learning to my students and clients\" --Harold D. Stolovitch, emeritus professor, Universite de Montreal, clinical professor, University of Southern California, and principal, Harold D. Stolovitch \u0026amp; Associates Learning \u0026amp; Performance Solutions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"Not only about the nebulous term e-learning, but also driven from the perspective of the e-learner in person! I'd recommend the \u003ci\u003eABCs of e-Learning\u003c\/i\u003e to anyone who knows that developing successful learning is much less about technology and much more about strong, clear, and sensitive human intervention.\" --Gilly Salmon, Open University Business School, author of \u003ci\u003eE-moderating\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"e-Learning is a survival skill for knowledge-driven organizations but it remains a mystery to many functional managers, HR executives, and trainers. Brooke Broadbrent's well thought-out and thorough book describes e-Learning from multiple perspectives, demonstrating its value and how to achieve it. If you want to understand what all the shouting is about, The ABCs of e-Learning is the simple way to get it.\" --Jay Cross, CEO, Internet Time Group, CEO, eLearning Forum\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"The \u003ci\u003eABCs of e-Learning\u003c\/i\u003e is filled with lessons learned from actual implementations, facts, definitions, and examples of a wide range of e-learning activities. Brooke has included a discussion and examples of informal as well as formal e-learning, and that alone should be enough to make this book stand out. Her discussion of blended learning is also pertinent and useful. If you are going to buy one book on e-learning. This is the one!\" --Kevin Wheeler, president, Global Learning Resources Forum\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"The author exhibits a combination of objectivity and the ability to write lucidly without the crutch of jargon and buzzwords. Both are welcome. E-learning has been damaged by hype.\" --Bill Ellet, editor, Training Media Review\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"A must read for anyone working with e-learning or considering it. E-learning is part of the self-service model that business is moving to. Fits the style of today's management and individual behaviors.\" --Robert Gunn, group chief operating officer, Royal \u0026amp; Sun Alliance Insurance Group plc, Worldwide Operations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eBrooke Broadbent (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780787959104, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 12 June 2002\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e256 pages, Tables: 20 B\u0026amp;W, 0 Color; Exhibits: 15 B\u0026amp;W, 0 Color\u003cbr\u003e24.2 x 17.8 x 1.8 cm, 0.494 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\"...the wisdom is presented in an easy style and clearly answers the many FAQs...\" (\u003ci\u003eEducation for Primary Care\u003c\/i\u003e, August 2003)  \u003cp\u003e\"It deserves the praise granted by such notable practitioners as William Horton.\" (\u003ci\u003eTechnical Communication\u003c\/i\u003e, May 2003)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eABCs of e-Learning\u003c\/i\u003e is a comprehensive, practical and ultimately usable book.\" (\u003ci\u003eTraining Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, January 2003)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThe ABCs of e-Learning is your hands-on guide for finding the right e-learning path for you and your organization. Written by Brooke Broadbent-an international expert in the field of e-learning-the book is created to be an easy-to-use and flexible tool. The ABCs of e-Learning offers the background information needed to solve a wide variety of e-learning problems. It compares the four basic types of e-learning: leader-led, self-paced, performance support tools, and informal learning. It also includes answers to common problems and will get you started on your road to e-learning.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eTables and Figures.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Foreword by: Mel Silberman.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgments.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Introduction: Getting on the e-Learning Highway.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART ONE: THE CHALLENGE TO GET IT RIGHT: E-LEARNING FUNDAMENTALS.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1. Key Concepts and Terms.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Four Types of e-Learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e What s in a Name?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Choosing Your Route.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Making a Determination.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Secret Is in the Blend.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e It s Not that Simple.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 2. Rewards and Risks.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Putting Yourself into the Driver s Seat.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How to Fail.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Meeting the Challenges.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Three Parting Tips.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 3. Lessons from the Trenches.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Military Training.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Medicine.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Law and B-Schools.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Business and Industry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Banking.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A Glimpse Forward and Back.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e PART TWO: TAKING THE CHALLENGE: FRAMEWORKS FOR SUCCESS.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 4. The Big Picture: Approaches to Project Management.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Two Project Management Approaches.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A Seventeen-Step Work Plan.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Components of a Convincing Proposal.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Elements of a Comprehensive Development Plan.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Ten Quick Tips for Project Quality and Success.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Tasks Ahead.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 5. Assessment and Analysis: Gauging Your Organization s Readiness.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A Five-Question Simplified Assessment.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A Quick Force-Field Analysis.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Comprehensive Approach.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Lessons Learned.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 6. Spotlight on Learning: Frameworks for Design and Development.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e What Is Learning?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Learning Styles and e-Learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Gagne on Learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Five Stages of e-Learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Engaging the Learner to Make Learning Stick.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Other Design and Development Issues.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Facilitating the Process.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A Final Thought.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 7. Decision Making Step by Step: Selecting Courses and Vendors.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A Question of Priorities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Building Blocks.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Making the Decision, Step by Step.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Assessment Checklists.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Application and Adaptation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 8. Virtual Classrooms: Delivering Courses Online.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e From Access to Development, Step by Step.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A New Role for Instructors.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Conclusions About Online Delivery.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 9. Champions: Strategies for Leading the Change.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Championing e-Learning.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Managing Change.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Managing Risks.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Leading Consultants.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Getting the Most from Consultants.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Who Is Doing What?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 10. Value Added and Proven: Measuring and Improving Programs.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Evaluation Speak.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Issues with Evaluation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Areas to Evaluate.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Validation of the Benchmarks.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Four-Level Evaluation Framework.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Four Target Groups for Evaluation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Resources for More Information About Evaluation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 11. The View from Where We Are: e-Learning Today and Tomorrow.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Examples to Stir Us.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Thinking Critically.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e If You Had a Hammer.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Goin to Kansas, Here I Come.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Test Drive.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Glossary.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e End Notes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Author.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Business \u0026amp; management [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Business \u0026amp; management\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Business%20\u0026amp;%20management%20%5BKJ%5D%22\"\u003eKJ\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Pfeiffer","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52410665632024,"sku":"9780787959104","price":30.36,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9780787959104.jpg?v=1784247413","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/abcs-of-e-learning-reaping-the-benefits-and-avoiding-the-pitfalls-paperback-softback-9780787959104","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}