Phil Baruch

Beyond YouTube Playlists – Enhancing Learning with Video Libraries in Your LMS

In today’s digital era, the utilization of video content in training and education has skyrocketed. However, relying solely on YouTube playlists to manage training videos often falls short of meeting the diverse needs of modern learners. In this blog post, we’ll explore how leveraging a Learning Management System (LMS) to manage a library of training videos can revolutionize the learning experience.

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Choosing Wisely: When Not to Use Discussion Boards, Social Learning, or Communities in Training

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Discussion boards, social learning features, and community platforms offer valuable opportunities for engagement, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. However, there are situations where these tools may not be the best fit.

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30 Year Of Experience: Advanced Expiry Training Considerations

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The blog series will offer my perspective on different ways an LMS can solve training problems. In this blog post, we’ll delve into various scenarios of expiring training and explore why having multiple ways to manage expiry is crucial for an effective LMS.

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The Right Tools for the Job: Why Your LMS Shouldn’t Try to Do It All

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This article explores the pros and cons of each approach. We’ll cover the drawbacks of authoring in LMS platforms, the benefits of specialized tools, emerging cloud-based options, and the criteria for selecting the right tools for your needs. The goal is to provide a balanced perspective to help you make informed decisions about authoring tools and strategies.

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Unlocking Valuable Expertise: Experts Who’ve Been Around

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In today’s fast-changing work world, skills gaps are common because things keep shifting. We’ve talked about ways to tackle the Global Skills Gap, but there’s one solution we haven’t explored much yet, and it could make a big difference for those who’ve been around the block in the industry. Harvesting Wisdom: Experts Who’ve Been Around

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Drawbacks of AI-Generated Training Lessons in Business

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a promising tool for generating training content, yet the old saying that the road to hell is paved with the best of intentions applies here.

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Optimizing Your Learning Experience: 8 LMS Hacks

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In the ever-evolving landscape of online learning, making the most of your Learning Management System (LMS) is crucial for efficient training delivery. Here are eight hacks to enhance the effectiveness of your LMS without relying on gamification or social learning features.

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Navigating the Training Maze: The Pitfalls of Non-Integrated LMS in Enterprises

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In the ever-evolving landscape of problems to solve in enterprise training, the role of a Learning Management System (LMS) as a comprehensive, one-stop solution cannot be overstated. However, when the LMS fails to serve as a one-stop system for all training needs and non-training activities you need to track, businesses find themselves navigating a complex

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Navigating Success: Unveiling the Power of Learning Tracks in Corporate Training

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Imagine a world where training is not a maze but a well-charted course, each step purposeful and leading toward professional excellence. In this article, we will explore what a learning track is and the problems it can strategically solve.

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From LOL to ROI: Unraveling the LMS Comedy Show in Business

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In this wild ride, we’ll unravel the absurdities of the LMS in a business environment and discover the hidden gem that transforms learning from a chuckle to a cha-ching.

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