This is the twenty-second and final blog in our how-to series for educators and example 21 out of 21 ways to teach with Echo360. Read the introduction to this series here. Why should I encourage active learning in my class? Throughout this blog series we have seen various examples of how the engagement tools in…
Read MoreThe end of the semester is almost here, and it is time once again to gather student feedback in the form of class evaluations. Although no one’s favorite part of a class, they often serve an important function as the university’s primary means of gauging students’ perceptions of a course. EchoEngage interactive polling and formative…
Read MoreEven with Students Back on Campus, Echo360 Gives Faculty and Students Options to Teach and Learn Remotely through Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Classes Students at Faulkner University returned to campus in the fall of 2020 for in-person instruction. But because of the persistence of the pandemic, university leaders knew they still may need a way…
Read MoreIn any organization conflict is virtually inevitable. People have different values, ideas, styles and personalities, and occasionally they will clash. These problems can range from interpersonal battles to disagreements about the direction of the company. For many managers, handling workplace conflicts is one of the most stressful aspects of the job. To effectively address these…
Read MoreA friend recently shared with me an article he came across online: Workplace training is the last on the list of favorites, say most employees. The headline definitely caught my attention. The piece features the results of a survey acknowledging that employees view corporate training as their least favorite thing to engage in. No, it’s…
Read MoreBuilding employee development programs to meet the needs of a modern workforce
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Read MoreIn addition, our Echo360Point software makes cell phones valuable engagement tools in a wide variety of ways. Here are just a few strategies to consider.
Read MoreLearners expect to learn more, in less time. Before making the decision to include Microlearning in your L&D strategy, keep in mind these benefits, and some drawbacks.
Read MoreA brief summary of the reasons we look forward to ATD and the highlights of the 2019 conference in Washington, DC – the world’s largest talent development conference.
Read MoreAccording to the Pew Research Center, 94% of adults in the United States ages 18 to 29 own a smartphone. It is not surprising, then, that the debate over utilizing a classroom response system using cell phones and other types of electronic devices is as passionate as ever. Just last year, a New York Times…
Read MoreTraining and development are vital to ensuring an educated workforce, improving company culture and boosting customer satisfaction. This explains why organizations are often willing to invest significantly in both company-wide and individualized training programs. Of course, while devoting time and resources to employee training is an essential piece of the puzzle, having the right tools…
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