Blogs allow people to share ideas in an open environment. The articles published in a blog can be located through searches, allowing readers to quickly identify information on topics that are of specific interest to them. The use of blogs provides each of us the opportunity to post information and opinions on topics that are important to us, and to share that information with others in an open forum.
Shelley Gable’s blog, , contains a recent article discussing Using eLearning in a Blended Approach to improve instruction in various settings. The information provided includes examples of scenarios in which Ms. Gable has used elearning and experienced a benefit to the individual learners. Another recent article written by Shelley Gable outlines 7 Techniques to Capture Attention in eLearning.
Dianne Rees’s blog “Supporting Self-Directed Learning” discusses the use of scaffolds to support self-directed learners. Dianne’s work includes the use of technology for self-directed learners in the fields of biotechnology and healthcare. Dianne discusses the work done by Lang (2000) in describing the possible steps taken to reinforce learning and to promote learners ability to function independently.
In addition to this article, some of Dianne’s recent posts include her Ten-Plus-One Must-Read Books for Instructional Designers . These books cover a range of material that cover a range of concepts including learning theory, instructional design, and ways to apply these in various learning environments.
Looking for ideas that will lead us well into the future, I located the blog Instructional Design: on the Road to Learning . Michel Cartier covers the topic of Personal Knowledge Management and how knowledge will be attained in the workplace. He discusses how the use of technology is causing a reorganization of our society. Education systems are looking at a major reform as learners control what, when, and how they obtain knowledge.
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