As useful as a wiki can be, soliciting user participation is roughly akin to shepherding a pack of hippos. Users may appear to be indifferent and slow, but, get too close or be too insistent, and watch out. Wikis While you Work gives good ideas on how to use carrots and sticks to drive participation.
Archives for January 2009
What is an Instructional Designer
What is an Instructional Designer? Why are they so essential to helping create great E-learning. Debby Kalk, who did our ROI class says
“Compared to the role of the instructor who actually teaches, the instructor would be more like the construction manager, I’m more like the architect, I develop the blueprint.”
To learn more about what an instructional designer does and how they can help improve your e-learning go to the complete interview at MicroAssist E-Learning and Curriculum Development.
Disability Etiquette from the United Spinal Association
The United Spinal Association has created a fantastic document that covers disability etiquette. Definitely a must read. You can find it at:
http://www.unitedspinal.org/pdf/DisabilityEtiquette.pdf
Additional information including:
- Disability Etiquette
- Mobility Alternatives: Canes to Wheelchairs
- Fire Safety For Wheelchair Users
- Understanding The ADA
- Accessible Air Travel
- Taking Action (self advocacy)
is available on the front page of their website at: