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The Training Doctor Announces Free eLearning Module on Blended Learning

If you've ever wondered what "blended learning" is - as opposed to traditional workplace training - this free eLearning module will get you up to speed in 30 minutes!

The Training Doctor Announces Free eLearning Module on Blended Learning
2010-08-12
BRISTOL, CT, August 12, 2010 (Press-News.org) Have you ever wondered what the term "blended learning" really means? Is it that different from what we've always done? Experts say it creates a better, more sustained, learning outcome, but why?

The Training Doctor, LLC, an instructional design firm with over 20 years of experience designing customized training programs for Fortune 500 companies, provides a free 30-minute downloadable eLearning primer on blended learning from its website.

The primer discusses not only the various learning elements of a blended design, but also the importance of document and graphic design to achieving learning outcomes. Presented in a humorous way, with a "brainiac dog" as your guide, the eLearning module can be downloaded and revisited again and again.

"A large part of our business is designing blended learning programs," says company founder, Dr. Nanette Miner, and author of Tailored Learning: Designing the Blend that Fits. "We found that a basic introduction to the concept of blended learning is helpful in giving clients the basics about the various design elements. In this way, they can assist us in creating the best learning outcomes for their employees."

To access the lesson, visit: http://trainingdr.com/trainingondemand.htm or go to www.trainingdr.com then Services - Training - On-Demand.

The Training Doctor, LLC is a custom instructional design firm with over 20 years experience in designing workplace training that works. For more information visit www.trainingdr.com or call 800-282-5474.

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[Press-News.org] The Training Doctor Announces Free eLearning Module on Blended Learning
If you've ever wondered what "blended learning" is - as opposed to traditional workplace training - this free eLearning module will get you up to speed in 30 minutes!