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Working in Brussels as an e-learning project manager

Previously worked as a Training Specialist in the Irish Public Service

MSc in Training

Married with one son

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Education > Adult Education Using technology with the adult learner: 3 of 17
How to Establish and Provide an e-Learning Environment: Eight Factors to ConsiderColleges, universities, and corporate organisations that wish to develop an e-learning strategy and develop e-learning teaching and training practices need to consider and address eight closely interrelated elements. A successful alignment of the... More..
Business > Human Resources Effective business training methods: 3 of 13
Effective Business Training Methods Any attempt to define effective business training methods in one short article is rather ambitious, but there are some principles that generally apply. Employer funded learning is intended to enhance employee performance with a resultant positive effect on business results. Unfortunately,... More..
Education > Distance Learning Computer skills required to become a distance learner: 4 of 14
Will I have the Computer Skills Needed For a Distance Learning Course?Six Requirements, A Checklist of Skills, A Key ThoughtThe Six RequirementsFirst And Most Important. : If you have never used a computer you can still become a distance learner. Repeat. If you have never used a computer you can still become a distance learne... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving How to identify needs vs. wants when reorganizing costs: 8 of 26
How to Identify Needs Versus Wants When Reorganizing CostsWe all want so much! From candy bars to cars. But what do we actually need?In 1943 Abraham Maslow (1) said we need air, water and food; we need to feel safe; we need love; we need others to think well of us; and we need to follow our star', to be the best we can. This ... More..
Education > Education (Other) Producing e-learning materials: 2 of 4
10-Step Guide to Creating e-Learning MaterialsYou want to create e-learning materials. Where do you start?This 10-step guide will help you.Step 1. Draw up a profile of the target learnersBefore you create any learning materials, you have to consider and define the learner profile. Who are the target learners? What are their c... More..
Education > Learning Styles & Skills The basic framework of learning a skill: 1 of 1
The Basic Framework of Learning a SkillWhat is a skill?A skill is simply something a person can do. There are three main categories of skills.1. Technical skillsThese skills involve doing something with objects, for example, creating a spreadsheet2. Interpersonal skillsThese skills involve interactions with people; for exampl... More..
Education > Distance Learning What you need to know when considering an online education: 21 of 40
Considering Providing Online Education or Training?Eight Factors Your Organisation Needs to ConsiderColleges, universities, schools and corporate organisations that wish to move into the provision of online education or training need to address eight issues to establish a successful e-learning environment.These are described ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Most amazing life experience: Motherhood: 10 of 17
Most Amazing Life Experience : Motherhood (of a Toddler)There is a seemingly interminable period when toddlers are highly mobile and utterly devoid of the desire or ability to be civilised. A year or so when they can move around, lift things easily, prise the refrigerator open, investigate gas flames with their hands, plug in... More..
Business > Office The ideal workplace: 19 of 31
The Ideal WorkplaceThe Human Factor in Business ResultsIt sounds a bit corny but the ideal workplace is one where workers feel understood and recognised by the organisation. People are not machines. They need to be managed as human beings if they are to remain motivated.Understanding, effective interpersonal communication and... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Trends New uses for the Internet: How the world wide web could improve our lives: 3 of 4
New Uses for the Internet: How the World Wide Web Could Improve our Lives. I grew up in rural Ireland in the 1960s. The nearest house was half a mile away. We had no telephone, no television, and my sister remembers when we had no electricity. My Granny who lived with us was a great believer in neighbourliness and was a grea... More..