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180 - Experiment in Mobile e-Learning; Monitor the e-HR Trends for e-Learning Support; Self-Administered Testing for Job Applicants
August 21, 2000
1. Experiment in Mobile e-Learning: Over the past few days, I have been
building a personal prototype of a handheld, multi-media rich e-Learning
model. Having just received a new handheld, a color Cassiopeia, with a
color screen, audio record and playback and video player, it seemed like an
ideal time to experiment with what e-Learning might evolve towards in the
months and years ahead. After loading up some HTML learning content, adding
small video segments and providing a capability for the learner to record
and send audio comments, my handheld e-Learning device was ready to roll.
The form factor of a small high powered media rich learning tool has great
potential. Assuming that the field will develop content synchronization
capacity, mobile performance support tools and wireless connectivity, this
model would be high on my choice list. I could use it when I had time,
carry it with me and use it at my leisure. I added a small ear based
microphone and earphone for privacy and concentration. This will be an
exciting arena for development in the e-Learning arena. Watch for handheld
simulations, coaching and learning programs to hit the market in 2001.
2. Monitor the e-HR Trends for e-Learning Support: If you think the
e-Learning arena is hot, look over the cube wall and see how rapidly the
Human Resources field is adding the letter "e" to the their function. e-HR
is being driven by these forces:
* Self-service HR support for workers: This includes the ability to conduct
on-line the bulk of HR transactions from changes to 401K plans to vacation
requests. e-HR recognizes the desire of many families to be involved in HR
decisions and connect to HR from home during off hours. Web based HR
services are exploding.
* On-line recruitment and hiring: Hiring times and cycles are changing dramatically.
* Team deployment: The use of virtual teams and multi-location teams
Unfortunately, in most companies the e-HR effort is not being strategically
mapped to the e-Learning efforts. This is an ideal time to build the
bridges between these two efforts. Information on HR issues can be found
at http://www.shrm.org
3. Self-Administered Testing for Job Applicants: Talking about e-HR, I had
a chance to experience what applicant testing might look like in e-world.
Alan Epstein, CEO of TeckChek, gave me a walk-through of their new
self-administered tests for IT applicants. As an potential employer of an
IT applicant, I could go on-line trigger a quick or intensive assessment
test that the applicant can complete from their location. While the test
is not "proctored", it does give a very rapid assessment of an applicant on
a range of IT skill sets. The results are instantly posted back to the
employer. With the rise of e-Hiring and e-Interviewing, it is good to see
the rise of e-Testing. Check it out at http://www.teckchek.com
4. TechLearn 2000 "Orientation" Led by Beth Thomas from The Limited: We
are pleased to announce that Beth Thomas, a senior training manager with The
Limited and the winner of the TechLearn '99 Pioneer Award, has agreed to
host the TechLearn 2000 Orientation. She will be leading a short welcome
session for every attendee at TechLearn on Sunday, November 12th. Beth will
start your TechLearn experience by focusing on the key issues that we face
in implementing new models of learning. Beth will bring her unique flavor
of leadership (as featured in Fast Company) to this key role at TechLearn.
And, you will see Beth throughout the event, as we re-formatting orientation
from a one time event to an on-going process that will even extend after
your departure. Thanks Beth! Go to http://www.techlearn.com to register
for this exciting event.
MASIE Center's Learning Decisions Interactive Newsletter: Only $195 for 1
Year Subscription --- http://www.learningdecisions.com
building a personal prototype of a handheld, multi-media rich e-Learning
model. Having just received a new handheld, a color Cassiopeia, with a
color screen, audio record and playback and video player, it seemed like an
ideal time to experiment with what e-Learning might evolve towards in the
months and years ahead. After loading up some HTML learning content, adding
small video segments and providing a capability for the learner to record
and send audio comments, my handheld e-Learning device was ready to roll.
The form factor of a small high powered media rich learning tool has great
potential. Assuming that the field will develop content synchronization
capacity, mobile performance support tools and wireless connectivity, this
model would be high on my choice list. I could use it when I had time,
carry it with me and use it at my leisure. I added a small ear based
microphone and earphone for privacy and concentration. This will be an
exciting arena for development in the e-Learning arena. Watch for handheld
simulations, coaching and learning programs to hit the market in 2001.
2. Monitor the e-HR Trends for e-Learning Support: If you think the
e-Learning arena is hot, look over the cube wall and see how rapidly the
Human Resources field is adding the letter "e" to the their function. e-HR
is being driven by these forces:
* Self-service HR support for workers: This includes the ability to conduct
on-line the bulk of HR transactions from changes to 401K plans to vacation
requests. e-HR recognizes the desire of many families to be involved in HR
decisions and connect to HR from home during off hours. Web based HR
services are exploding.
* On-line recruitment and hiring: Hiring times and cycles are changing dramatically.
* Team deployment: The use of virtual teams and multi-location teams
Unfortunately, in most companies the e-HR effort is not being strategically
mapped to the e-Learning efforts. This is an ideal time to build the
bridges between these two efforts. Information on HR issues can be found
at http://www.shrm.org
3. Self-Administered Testing for Job Applicants: Talking about e-HR, I had
a chance to experience what applicant testing might look like in e-world.
Alan Epstein, CEO of TeckChek, gave me a walk-through of their new
self-administered tests for IT applicants. As an potential employer of an
IT applicant, I could go on-line trigger a quick or intensive assessment
test that the applicant can complete from their location. While the test
is not "proctored", it does give a very rapid assessment of an applicant on
a range of IT skill sets. The results are instantly posted back to the
employer. With the rise of e-Hiring and e-Interviewing, it is good to see
the rise of e-Testing. Check it out at http://www.teckchek.com
4. TechLearn 2000 "Orientation" Led by Beth Thomas from The Limited: We
are pleased to announce that Beth Thomas, a senior training manager with The
Limited and the winner of the TechLearn '99 Pioneer Award, has agreed to
host the TechLearn 2000 Orientation. She will be leading a short welcome
session for every attendee at TechLearn on Sunday, November 12th. Beth will
start your TechLearn experience by focusing on the key issues that we face
in implementing new models of learning. Beth will bring her unique flavor
of leadership (as featured in Fast Company) to this key role at TechLearn.
And, you will see Beth throughout the event, as we re-formatting orientation
from a one time event to an on-going process that will even extend after
your departure. Thanks Beth! Go to http://www.techlearn.com to register
for this exciting event.
MASIE Center's Learning Decisions Interactive Newsletter: Only $195 for 1
Year Subscription --- http://www.learningdecisions.com
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