Learning campaigns, emerging technologies and the upcoming DevLearn ’09: This and much more was discussed in Kineo’s recent interview with Brent Schlenker, the eLearning Guild’s Emerging Technologies Analyst.
At a ceremony in London's historic Banqueting House, LINE, one of Europe's leading providers of learning and communications content, has been presented with two awards, the UK National Training Award and the Greater London regional National Training Award, both in the Partnership and Collaboration category.
The sessions are intended to help those involved in, or getting started in the creation of assessments, to develop tests that are a better and more reliable reflection of the abilities they are intended to measure.
Elearnity, Europe’s leading Corporate Learning Analyst, is pleased to announce today that David Wilson, Elearnity’s founder and Managing Director has been shortlisted for the 2009 E-learning Industry Award for Outstanding Achievement – Individual.
DevLearn is one of the leading conferences in the US, and Kineo, the leading e-learning solutions company, is delighted to have been selected to present twice at this prestigious event in November.
A packed audience of almost 200 training professionals attended the IITT’s annual conference and exhibition on 23rd and 24th September 2009, which took place at the 4 star Royal Lancaster Hotel in Hyde Park, London.
Australian Aerospace, the only helicopter producer in Australia and New Zealand and a subsidiary of the Eurocopter, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of EADS, the largest Aerospace and Defence company in Europe, upgraded to UpsideLMS Version 4.0 from UpsideLMS Version 3.0. Australian Aerospace has been using UpsideLMS for over a year before the upgrade. UpsideLMS deployed on-site at Australian Aerospace is used to train more than 900 employees spread across various facilities in Australia and New Zealand. UpsideLMS Version 4.0 was recently released and made available to customers for upgrade. Australian Aerospace is one of the first customers to successfully complete the upgrade.
Giunti Labs, a leading global vendor of learning content management solutions (learn eXact LCMS) and digital repository platforms (HarvestRoad Hive), is leading a consortium of companies appointed to re-engineer the learning content production and delivery infrastructure of Training Innovation Research and (job) Orientation (TRIO), the Web Learning System of the Tuscan Region.
Richardson and Training Industry, Inc. launch a new complimentary webinar, 'Online Sales Training: Changing the Game.'
Upside Learning, a recognized leader in training outsourcing announced today the launch of its Reseller program for UpsideLMS, the company’s popular learning management system, and related services. Upside Learning invites independent organizations and individual professionals to the program. With this program, Upside Learning aims to expand its reach to markets and customers in need of reliable eLearning solutions by offering UpsideLMS and services to customers through its partners. The program includes all editions of UpsideLMS Version 4.0.
LINE, a leading provider of learning and communications solutions, is pleased to announce the global roll-out of an innovative new programme of sales refresher training developed for client managers at Swiss Re, following successful pilots in Switzerland and Hong Kong.
Pearson today announced that it has been awarded a three-year contract extension with the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) of Great Britain and the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) of Northern Ireland, to deliver the driving theory test service until 2014.
There is little argument these days that the application of Lean is proving a successful method of bringing about sustainable improvements within the NHS. However, we are all still very much aware of the numerous high profile reports clamouring for the NHS to make more improvements, more quickly and at the same time cutting more costs. How can Lean help?
ALISON ABC IT has officially received provisional accreditation as a SETA (Sector Education and Training Authorities) NQF (National Qualifications Framework) Level 3 National Certificate in IT in South Africa. This essential IT skills courseware is now being delivered by Busalph Global IT Training in Gauteng Province using ALISON ABC IT as the first-level in all IT-related qualifications and as a preparatory tool for employment.
Compliance training is a critical issue for today’s organizations. In an increasingly regulated world designing, delivering and tracking compliance training is a key task. To support organizations in this task Kineo have published a new guide providing practical advice on the design of compliance e-learning.
Open standards enable the development, reuse and multi-channel publishing of learning content within enterprise content management systems
Giunti Labs, a leading learning and mobile content management solution provider, has agreed a framework agreement with Italy's central bank, Banca d'Italia, to establish a catalogue of web based training (WBT) materials which the Bank's staff can access.
Kineo and Nikon have today published a detailed case study on how they jointly developed an engaging suite of e-learning modules on Nikon’s leading range of cameras, and delivered these via an online dealer learning platform using a custom version of Moodle LMS. Find out more at WOLCE on 30th September and 1st October where Kineo will be exhibiting.
e2train, the UK's leading provider of learning and performance technologies, announces a showcase at World of Learning 2009 this week, of its next generation learning and performance management system, Kallidus 8.
Tata Interactive Learning Forum will examine strategies for publishing and educational practitioners to face 21st century teaching challenges.
Upside Learning recently launched Version 4.0 of its learning management system – the UpsideLMS in two editions: Professional and Enterprise, both available On-Demand and On-Site. Upside Learning is now offering an exciting opportunity to organizations using another LMS (proprietary or open-source) to switch to UpsideLMS Professional or Enterprise and save significantly on cost. Substantial savings are offered on license fees as well as technical support.
Cornerstone's robust suite of career management tools help organizations align employee career aspirations and development plans with strategic business imperatives.
Airedale NHS Trust's Head of Lean Improvement Sue Speak is one of the UK's foremost champions of Lean.
Cornerstone OnDemand Inc. (Booth No. T37, Hall 5.2) today announced it will showcase its learning and talent management software in the Professional Training & Learning Hall at this week’s Zukunft Personal HRM Expo at the Expocenter in Cologne, Germany, 22-24 September 2009.
Social learning is here, and working in some of the world’s leading organizations including HP. This and much more was discussed in Kineo’s recent interview with Tony Karrer, leading proponent of social and informal learning.
The innovative ALISON Educating Together Program is training more UK learners than ever before, without Government Funding.
Tata Interactive Systems announces its first domain-specific learning and consulting solutions for health care.
Information Transfer and Care Management Group (CMG) have been shortlisted for the
E-learning Award in the category ‘Best e-learning project securing widespread adoption.’
The joint entry demonstrates how a new e-learning implementation can be enthusiastically adopted within a people-focussed working environment, and can rapidly deliver significant business impact.
The Institute of IT Training is delighted to announce that Dr. Itiel Dror will be speaking at the IITT Trainers Conference 2009 Networking Dinner. Dr. Dror of Cognitive Consultants is renowned for his work on human cognition and the brain. Whether it’s improving aircraft recognition for the US Air Force or helping enhance decision making by forensic scientists and city traders, Dr. Dror challenges conventional thinking. His work on learning extends from e-learning to note-taking, but always has, at its centre, the best use of the human brain. He will be taking a provocative and amusing look at the way we use the brain – for learning, for thinking, and all too often for making well intentioned mistakes.
Cornerstone OnDemand's highly rated learning and talent management software and best-in-class client service make Cornerstone the top technology partner for organizations worldwide.
Giunti Labs, a leading global vendor of learning content management solutions (learn eXact LCMS) and digital repository platforms (HarvestRoad Hive), has officially opened its newest office in Atlanta. The office houses part of the Giunti Labs’ growing number of staff, who are accommodating the increased demand for Giunti Labs’ eLearning products in North America.
Zurich, 15th Septemer 2009. Trust issues surrounding wikis, blogs and other Web 2.0 forms of communication should not delay adoption within organisations, according to European business leaders
Upside Learning releases version 4.0 of the UpsideLMS, a comprehensive, full-featured learning management system delivered on a robust, scalable and highly reliable architecture. UpsideLMS Version 4.0 brings in many new benefits, to customers, which include a host of new features and functionalities, light and new look and feel and better performance. Version 4.0 also is a step in the direction of enabling learning through social networking built-in.
Specialist eLearning company, Aurion Learning in partnership with their client, the Family Planning Association (FPA), have been shortlisted for the prestigious eLearning Age Awards 2009 for their work on the design and development of a groundbreaking sexual health and well-being eLearning programme for people with learning disabilities.
The Lean Healthcare Academy, leaders in the field of training, implementation and sustaining improvement activities across the whole Health Economy are championing 'Lean' as an effective solution to ward off potential job cuts in the NHS.
Kineo will be showcasing the latest in e-learning design and Moodle LMS developments at the World of Learning Conference and Exhibition (WOLCE) at the NEC in Birmingham on 30th September and 1st October.
LONDON, 10th September 2009: LINE Communications, one of Europe's leading learning and communications providers has released the first of a series of virtual aircraft visits for British Airways. The innovative programme has been approved in concept for training by the Civil Aviation Authority, CAA, and is currently under review for full CAA approval
Xyleme shortlisted for prestigious E-Learning Awards
David Wilson of Elearnity, and Laura Overton of Towards Maturity will be revealing new research and ideas for users of learning technology at Uncovered 2009, e2train's annual user event. e2train announces that both David and Laura will be presenting keynote presentations at the event to be held at the Celtic Manor Resort on 14 - 16 October.
An award-winning training scheme designed to improve the health of the nation's youngsters is making a major impact.
LINE Communications, one of Europe’s leading learning and communications providers and the largest provider of bespoke e-learning solutions in the UK, has been shortlisted in three categories in the prestigious E-learning Awards.
Following strong growth in its digital learning business, Bray Leino BroadSkill has appointed Kerry Pascall in the new role of head of digital learning. Kerry, who has been with the company for 3 years is a former head of e-learning development at BT Retail. In her new role Kerry will work with Bray Leino’s account directors to deliver cost-effective learning solutions for clients.
Kineo has once again been selected from a wide array of e-learning companies to make the shortlist in two key awards categories for the E-learning Age Awards 2009.
Clive Shepherd and Laura Overton explain what every learning and development professional needs to know about e-learning.
Information Transfer is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura Scarlett to its team of training and communication consultants.
Internet marketing training specialist Econsultancy and Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) have confirmed the addition of a January intake into their timetable for the MSc in Digital Marketing Communications (http://econsultancy.com/training/qualifications/masters) due to unprecedented demand over the last year.
Giunti Labs, with contributions from iNacol and IMS, will deliver a post-event workshop on new generation online, mobile and blended learning content production and management at EdNET in Chicago, US, on September 16.
LINE Communications, one of Europe’s leading learning and communications providers has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2009 National Training Awards.
Virtual College's Lean Healthcare Academy is working closely with NHS Leeds to transform the way it works across Children and Family Services.
Kineo has developed an e-learning module on the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act which is available free to organizations. It was one of the first Acts signed by President Obama and many experts are predicting a significant increase in the number of pay discrimination claims as a result.
“Emerging Stronger from the Current Economic Recession” Is Theme of the Tata Interactive Learning Forum (TLF) 2009
The Tata Interactive Learning Forum (TLF), an annual, exclusive executive event will focus on “Emerging Stronger from the Current Economic Recession.”
Virtual College's Housing e-Academy has announced a new e-learning partnership with TAROE, the national tenants and residents’ representative body for England.
LINE Communications, one of Europe's largest providers of e-learning and communications solutions, has been officially recognised as the new UK market leader in bespoke e-learning content development.
In response to a growing business need, Coastal Training Technologies and DuPont Safety Resources have collaborated to produce a new training program titled 'Energy Smart.' Available on DVD, this is the first course in Coastal's upcoming 'DuPont Energy Management eLearning Series.' It is available for a free 15-day preview and will soon be released in Coastal's award-winning ClarityNet® online courseware.
Kineo E-Learning has been shortlisted for a business growth award by the regional Brighton and Hove Business Awards (BAHBAs). Kineo has grown tenfold in the last three years, making it one of the fastest growing e-learning companies in the UK.
Bilyak Consulting, a Technology consulting firm and e-learning provider offering solutions to African businesses, governments selected UpsideLMS, Upside Learning's learning management system, to run their e-learning offering for their customers. Bilyak Consulting adds to Upside Learning's fast-growing portfolio of training companies, worldwide, using UpsideLMS to grow their business with e-learning.
Online trainer pioneer Virtual College has achieved its milestone 250,000th e-learner
ALISON, a leading free online interactive workplace learning service, featured on last night’s The Gadget Show on the UK TV channel: Five.
e2train announces Uncovered 2009, the fourth annual event for users and potential users of its Kallidus Learning Suite. Sponsored by SkillSoft, Uncovered 2009 will be held at the Celtic Manor Resort between 14 - 16 October.
GITEX Technology Week brings together IT professionals from across the Middle East and beyond and offers numerous opportunities to network, see the latest launches and hear about the hot topics affecting the marketplace.
The Virtual College's Safeguarding Children e-Academy has helped Bradford Safeguarding Children Board deliver child protection training to more than 3,000 people.
The Housing e-Academy has launched its new Tenant Plus training package, delivering tenant training via the Internet. It can be adapted to meet the needs of all organisations within the housing sector.
Entries are now being invited for the 2nd annual Lean Healthcare Academy's Awards for Excellence in November. Sponsorship opportunies for the prestigious healthcare event are also available.
Kineo US CEO Steve Lowenthal will explore how Moodle is changing the face of corporate e-learning at the Chicago E-Learning Showcase event on August 19th, 2009.
The Skills for the Public Sector event aims to discuss the changing nature of the public sector workforce and the issue of skills policy, particularly the role it plays in determining how and when the UK economy recovers and expands.
Eliesha and Kineo are pleased to announce that they have been selected by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to develop an e-learning course on Crisis Management.
Education-orientated social enterprise Amawele has joined forces with ALISON to provide valuable online learning resources. This fresh initiative is set to benefit both Irish and South African schools currently participating in the Amawele educational exchange programme.
In last four months, seven training companies subscribed to UpsideLMS to deliver their training online. This reflects the growing popularity of UpsideLMS and also indicates that training companies are looking for capable partners, like Upside Learning, to support them in their online training business initiative.
Kineo will be holding a free webinar on developing cost-effective compliance training on August 27, 2009. The webinar will look at a detailed case study from First Group America on the Fair Pay Act.
Eliesha and Kineo have announced that they have formed a partnership to offer a complete range of learning solutions to public sector organisations in the UK.
ALISON Educating Together (AET) is an IT skills programme designed to allow libraries, colleges, schools, or any organization with a network of computers available to it to earn income while helping to promote basic IT skills training. The programme makes IT training accessible to all learners within local communities, regardless of their personal income or existing skill levels.
UK’s second largest airport operator deploys Cornerstone’s SaaS-based talent management solution for engaging and developing 2,700 employees.
Giunti Labs will deliver a post-event workshop on new generation online, mobile and virtual learning content production and management at EdNET in Chicago, USA, on 16th September.
The event, which will be held in Brussels from 30 September to 2 October 2009, is the first conference of its kind in Europe, and is aimed at all those involved in the business of testing people, whether they already have an established testing programme or they are considering using assessment for the first time.
Giunti Labs will deliver a workshop on new generation online and mobile learning content production and management at e-Learning Asia in Seoul, South Korea, in September.
Leading eLearning Authoring Tool Continues to be Interactivity-Enabled and Affordable
New Software by Harbinger Knowledge Products Optimizes Interactivity Building for International Languages
UK-based Sift Media has shortlisted Raptivity software by Harbinger Knowledge Products for Software Satisfaction Awards 2009. These awards are established to reward high standards from software application providers serving UK businesses.
Chelsea Building Society has chosen e2train's Kallidus Performance to drive through new performance initiatives aimed at creating a more dynamic, ongoing staff review process. The new review methodology will use Kallidus to match staff performance to the Society's competency matrix and schedule training as needed.
The Healthcare e-Academy, part of online training pioneer Virtual College, based in Ilkley, West Yorkshire, now offers an important and original new e-learning module for healthcare professionals engaged in supporting patients' self care and self management strategies.
LINE Communications, a leading provider of learning and communications solutions, announces formal inclusion of full 3D simulations into its service offering.
Richardson launches web-based training to help banking professionals meet customer expectations and provide excellent service.
Giunti Labs presents new online and mobile learning content management and repository solutions at e-Learning Asia, in Seoul, and EdNET in Chicago, in September.
NetDimensions announces that Metropolitan Housing Partnership is implementing the Enterprise Knowledge Platform (EKP) learning management system to deliver blended learning programs.
The European Division of the Association of Test Publishers (E-ATP) is hosting the first conference of its kind in Europe, at the Hotel Metropole in Brussels from the 30 September to 2 October this year.
Upside Learning has emerged with winning entries in the Apex Annual Awards for Publication Excellence Competition for the third year running. This year, Upside has won two Apex 2009 Awards of Excellence, one each in the Brochures, Manuals, and Reports and Electronic and Video Publications categories.
CERTPOINT Systems™, a leading provider of corporate training solutions, announced today the publication of its new white paper: 'Are you ready for learning with web 2.0?'. The paper explores how collaborative technologies such as blogs, wikis and social networking can dramatically increase the reach and impact of organizational learning.
First the slowdown, now the meltdown? What every business needs to prepare for now! Following the World Health Organisation's recent upgrade of Swine Flu to pandemic level 6 EssentialSkillz.com has released a new e-information course, 'Swine Flu and You'.
Top industry experts and HR executives to explore trends and best practices for optimising workforce management initiatives at London event.
Earlier this year, UTI MF, India’s leading and oldest Mutual Fund manager, renewed its contract to use UpsideLMS On-Demand for another 2 years after a very successful first year term. The contract enables UTI MF to use the system for over 1000 users every year. UpsideLMS’s features, error-free usage, together with the overall support from Upside Learning, are among the key factors that have led to UTI MF’s renewal decision.
Established 25 years ago by Shirley Metherell and her husband David, the Elizabeth Foundation works tirelessly in the field of early diagnosis and education of deaf children.
Charity which supports at least 800 local children every year does not have the funds to complete the building and are desperately seeking £45,000 to complete the sensory play room.
BTL Group Ltd is proud to support the e-Assessment Association's (eAA) one-day seminar on 'e Assessment in Mathematics for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Educators'. The seminar is being held on Monday 13th July at the Department of Mathematics, Swansea University.
NetDimensions (London Stock Exchange, AIM: NETD), a global provider of performance, knowledge and learning management systems, announces that it has signed a partnership agreement with Gilkron Limited, a provider of interactive online courseware created by leading experts and professionals -- for professionals.
e2train, the UK's leading supplier of learning and
performance technologies, announces the launch of Kallidus® 8, an enterprise-wide learning and performance environment. The new system offers an easy to use 'iGoogle style' web gadget learner interface which will enable learning professionals to integrate formal and informal learning within a single solution. e2train has also built a new reporting platform into the system, making it one of the most powerful enterprise-wide learning solutions available on the market today.
Pearson VUE, the computer-based testing business of Pearson, announced today that Citrix Systems, Inc. has selected the company as its exclusive delivery provider of Citrix certification exams.
Giunti Labs, a leading online and mobile content management solution provider, is launching a state-of-the-art set of Portfolio and Skills management modules as part of its new learn eXact Enterprise LCMS Suite. The products - currently known as 'eXact Portfolio' - are being unveiled for the first time at the ePortfolio conference being held in London from 22nd to 24th June.
Information Transfer will be demonstrating how e-learning can be embedded at the heart of organisational change and development, at the annual eLearning Network Supplier Showcase on July 10th, De Vere West One, London.
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