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Grasp a sporting chance with e-learning

by Learning Pool on March 11, 2010

This may sound like a strange combination but e-learning really can be of benefit in almost any circumstance.
I compete in fencing - no not putting up fences -  the Olympic sport fencing.  And yes, I have heard this joke about one thousand and one times.
Believe it or not I have used e-learning to my advantage.
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Turning a social notworker into an online socialista

by Learning Pool on March 8, 2010

I will say up front here that my experiences with social networking have been pretty limited. 
A couple of times I have crashed and burned. Being banned from Friends Reunited and retiring from Facebook are just few examples.
So, social networking guru I am not.
But, this is Learning Pool.  Networking, socialising and spreading the message are our fortes.
As such, [...]

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Five Top Tips for WordPress Multi-User

by Learning Pool on March 1, 2010

Blogging was the initial kickstart for social networking, and has since become a major marketing and learning resource for us.
Since working with Learning Pool I have been involved in setting up blogs for ourselves and customers. Deciding on the best open source solution came from my past experiences.
You see WordpressMU (WPMU) isn’t only a blogging content [...]

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Collaboration key to government’s learning strategy

by Learning Pool on February 25, 2010

What is collaborative learning?

Collaborative learning occurs as a result of interaction between peers engaged in the completion of a common task.
Learning can occur either in an immersive environment like a classroom or in a virtual space such as an online discussion forum.
The social aspect of learning is at the heart of a collaborative approach. With the growing rise [...]

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Travels of an e-learning trailblazer

by Learning Pool on February 22, 2010

In my job I travel a bit and when I am out and about I see lots of signs. Some have caught my eye and stuck with me so I thought I would share them with you.
These signs seem to go pretty much unnoticed. I am talking out the signs seen on the borders for [...]

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Dave Briggs speaks at Cllr 10 Conference - 4th Feb 2010

by Learning Pool on January 25, 2010

The C’llr. 10 Conference is the first ever major national conference specifically for councillors and Learning Pool will be there!
Organised by the Local Government Information Unit, producers of Cllr Magazine, in conjunction with Ingenium Strategic Events, Cllr 10 will be held at The Emirates Stadium, London N5 on 4th February 2010.
Learning Pool are among the [...]

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Five apps to make life a tad easier

by Learning Pool on January 22, 2010

Things can get a little hectic working on the administration for Learning Pool.  So I’ve been on the lookout for some simple apps to help me manage my time and become more productive.
Here are a few of the best I’ve come across so far and they’re all free!
1. Google Calendar - Everybody needs a good diary [...]

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Learning Pool cop an e-learning hotseat

by Learning Pool on January 20, 2010

On Monday 25th January, Paul McElvaney, Director of Learning Pool and Alison Stott, Project Manager at Essex Strategic HR will be hosting an online hotseat on the commissioning of Open, Distance and E-learning.
This will be taking place in the Leadership Development Community of Practice, using the IDeA’s CoP platform. You need to register with the [...]

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