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Discussion about "Rapid" E-Learning Development software and how to choose the right tool:

Agreed that most programs are similar in terms of functionality
Liked tools (like Articulate) that allow user to begin with PowerPoint slides (more efficient if we have something to start with)
In addition to Articulate, others had experience using Lectora and Captivate
Agreed that it's typically not a good idea to allow SME to simply "dump" their content and information into the software
- Need the support and expertise of the Instructional Designer (ID) to add the methodology to ensure the integrity of the learning experience
- "Bad" content/design (on paper, in Powerpoint, or in the classroom) is still "bad" content when you put in online
- That is one of the reasons e-learning software does not mean the demise of the Instructional Designer

SME's objective for training is not always aligned with those of the ID

ID/Training and Development (T&D) professionals need the buy-in and support of IT in order for blended learning to be successful in an organization

Important to involve IT in the planning phase, not just the 'execution" or "implementation" phase
T&D should "own" the initiative, with IT as a critical partner

Discussed "training" versus "learning"

Need to expand and clarify the definition of both
Organizations need to shift their way of thinking from "trainer" being responsible for the learning to the "learner" being responsible for the learning
Requires accountability on the part of the learners and their direct managers to make this happen

Most beneficial sessions or aspects of the Conference

Allison Rossett session
Wednesday's session on SCORM
- Group agreed that there is less talk/debate about SCORM
- It's become the "accepted" standard in the industry (vs. AICC)
- More knowledge and expertise in the industry and within organizations about SCORM
- A lot of interest in "virtual" training and classrooms

Discussed free/very inexpensive online survey tools

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