This posting is meant to be the first in a series, as I learn how to work with Moodle.
Moodle is a free open-source content management system (CMS) or also known as an LMS or Learning Management System.
I am interested in setting up and learning Moodle to use in a corporate setting, but Moodle is also used widely in academic settings, and by independent educators.
Tagged: CMS, Content Management System, e-Learning, eLearning, Learning Management System, Learning Site, LMS, moodle, NineHub.com
Earlier this year, I was reading a book called “The 4-hour Workweek” (by Timothy Ferriss), and I came across an interesting sales technique called “The Puppy Dog Close”.
Basically, this sales technique is used if someone wants to buy something, but they are hesitant. An example of this would be when the salesperson at a pet store offers to let the customer take a puppy home with them, and just bring it back if they don’t want it. Of course, in most cases the customer will want to keep the puppy!
The characteristics of this technique appear to be that the deal is a reversible trial (the customer can always bring the puppy back), and the product should be something that can easily sell itself.
Tagged: 4-hour workweek, puppy dog close, sales techniques, Timothy Ferriss
Grapefruit seed extract (GSE) is derived from the seeds, pulp and membranes of grapefruits. It can be self-made by grinding the seeds and pulp and mixing with glycerine (1). Commercial versions are made via an industrial chemical process and preservatives are added (3).
The extract is believed to have natural antimicrobial, antiviral and anti-fungal properties (1). It is also promoted as a treatment for candidiasis and even as a general domestic surface cleaner (4).
However, several studies have found that the antimicrobial properties of commercially prepared GSE are due to added preservatives such as benzethonium chloride, triclosan and methyl parabene (2, 3).
Tagged: antimicrobial, benzethonium chloride, grapefruit seed extract, GSE, Todd Caldecott
Note: all articles on this site are written by Jacqueline…
The goal of this article is to give a brief overview of some popular eLearning tools that I have used or have heard of. First off, there are some great web resources that rate and compile eLearning technology, such as:
Jane’s E-Learning Pick of the Day
And here is my own short list of good eLearning choices:
Audacity: is a digital audio editor and recording application that can be used to create podcasts. It has a simple tool set that works well, and allows to you apply simple audio effects
Tagged: articulate, audacity, Camtasia Studio, captivate, eLearning, jane's e-learning pick, Jing, moodle, screencast, sharepoint