JoomLMS ELearning Blog

Instructional Design Explained - Interview with George Joeckel
Expert Interview
author Ilona Hetsevich
date 20 Nov 2015
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If you use an LMS to run an eLearning project, then you probably know that course development is inseparably connected with instructional design. But those who have already tried creating courses on their own, would probably agree that it isn’t quite so simple. How to become an expert in instructional design? How to develop an effective eLearning course? To find answers to these and other burning questions we’ve decided to consult an experienced instructional designer and eLearning guru – George Joeckel.

Introduction to Blended Learning - Interview with Ben Rimes
Expert Interview
author Ilona Hetsevich
date 16 Nov 2015
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Blended learning approach has been here for a while and it is likely to have been applied by thousands of teachers worldwide. The question is whether we know everything about blended learning technique and correctly use the LMS potential to create digital spaces and reinforce face-to-face learning environments. To make sure about that we talked to an eLearning expert and Director of Curriculum and Instructional Technology at Mattawan Consolidated School - Ben Rimes.

 Learning Snacks or 4 Keys to Engage Today’s Learner
Guest Posts
author Ilona Hetsevich
date 28 Oct 2015
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In our eLearning Blog we frequently talk about different ways of creating effective eLearning courses, highlighting outstanding eLearning techniques and strategies. Today we decided to present information from a different perspective – from an angle of view of an eLearning expert Peder Jacobsen. Peder will tell you about learning snacks and unveil the secrets of engaging today’s leaner.

JoomLMS and Moodle Comparison [Updated]
Elearning
author Ilona Hetsevich
date 17 Aug 2015
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When people start looking for LMS, the price question becomes a primary criterion to consider. A wide functionality, considerate support and even the simplicity of usage pass into the background. So it is not surprising that we are constantly asked how JoomLMS is different from other free Learning Management Systems, particularly Moodle.

How to Create ELearning Course with Course Patterns
JoomLMS 2.0
author Ilona Hetsevich
date 26 Jul 2015
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In the JoomLMS 2.0 release we changed the concept of course creation by adding an embedded course builder and predefined course patterns: a learning path-based, a webinar-based and a materials-based one. The primary goal of the patterns was to cut the course creation time, free users from entering JoomLMS Back End and allow them to build courses depending on the preferred instructional strategy, a model of learning and the role of an instructor.