David Needham

Train new hires faster — without losing quality. 🚀 See how leading companies use Moodle to scale onboarding, track progress, and get employees productive from day one.

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🛠️ More tools. 📊 More data. ❌ More confusion. Higher ed isn’t short on tech, but it is short on connected conversations. When engagement happens across different systems, it’s easy for critical context to get lost. Unified communication platforms fix that, bringing admissions, student success, and advancement teams onto the same page, with the same context, in the same platform. Mongoose is one of them. And we’re showing you how it works. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ejVPq2hz

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If you're running a voiceover business from home, it’s time to treat your connection like the asset it is. Wired = secure, stable, and professional. 💻🔒 Scams are getting smarter. So should your setup. Full Episode Linked Here: https://lnkd.in/gpT3KsJD #VOBOSS #BOSSbytes #WorkFromHomeWisely #StudioSecurity #VoiceoverBusinessTips

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🎯 How mature is your Moodle? You’ve invested in your LMS, but do you know how well it’s performing? Whether you're in Higher Ed, training, or the non-profit sector, our free 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 gives you a structured way to assess, improve, and align your platform with strategic goals. • Evaluate key areas like infrastructure, pedagogy, and culture • Get a clear maturity score (Emerging → Mature) • Receive tailored feedback you can use in strategic planning 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘂𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗹𝗲’𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹? Access the framework here: https://ctly.st/fqTtW7Z6WS ⚡ #Moodle #LMS #DigitalLearning #MoodleMaturityFramework #EdTech #HigherEd

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Rise courses don’t have to look “cookie-cutter.” Most people don’t realize how powerful Custom Blocks are in Articulate Rise. They let you build a library of your best layouts—then reuse them across courses so your work is: ✔️ consistent ✔️ scalable ✔️ faster to produce ✔️ easier to maintain I recorded a quick tutorial showing exactly how I use Custom Blocks in real builds: 🎥 https://lnkd.in/guX5rucm If you’re creating training under deadlines, this is a must-know.

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K-12 districts don’t lack data. They lack clarity. Disconnected assessments. Delayed reports. Limited visibility across schools. That’s where AssessCloud by FocalPoint Education changes the equation. A unified assessment platform delivering real-time insights, longitudinal tracking, and district-wide visibility — all in one system. Assessment shouldn’t be fragmented. It should drive instruction. #K12Education #EdTech #DistrictLeadership #StudentSuccess #FocalPointEducation

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What IT metrics actually matter in higher ed? It’s not just about having the latest tech - it’s about knowing how well it performs.   In this quick guide, we break down the Top 5 IT metrics every higher ed leader should track - from uptime to user satisfaction to help you lead smarter, faster, and more securely.   Trusted by over 200 colleges and universities, OculusIT helps institutions turn these insights into real outcomes.   👉 Swipe through the carousel to see how your campus stacks up.   #HigherEdIT #OculusIT #CIOInsights #ITStrategy

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Let’s talk AI Chat Bots …. This year, I’ve been designing F.E.T.C.H. — an AI support assistant built specifically for faculty and staff at a high school. F.E.T.C.H. (Faculty EdTech Companion & Help Hub) is designed to serve as the first and second lines of support for instructional technology questions—working in tandem with the school based EdTech specialist. The goal is simple but powerful: • Give teachers a place to ask questions naturally • Provide clear, step-by-step guidance grounded in official SOPs • Reduce repeat “how do I…?” questions • Protect DLTL (EdTech specialist) time for issues that truly require human support • Create a calmer, more efficient support experience for everyone What’s been most exciting is designing this with real constraints in mind—accuracy over “flash”, governance over guessing, and learning support over automation for automation’s sake. This project has reinforced something I believe deeply: AI works best when it supports people, not when it tries to replace them. More to come as this evolves—but I’m proud of the direction and the thinking behind it. #EdTech #InstructionalDesign #AIinEducation #TeacherSupport #DigitalLearning #K12Innovation #LearningExperienceDesign

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If you are a new eLearning Developer, you may not be sure how to handle audio in a course. This article covers 6 options for making decisions on how to use audio. As you create courses, you may find what works best for your audience. I like that this article points out the use of sound effects and even music in eLearning. Both of these if used well not only contribute to the learning but make it interesting as well. This is especially true if you are making a game-based learning project.

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Most kids don’t quit guitar because it’s too hard. They quit because nothing they play sounds like music. That’s a design problem. So I built a different model at Rock Dojo: A step-by-step, mission-based system where students play over real backing tracks from the beginning. No disconnected exercises. No endless “prep” before making music. Just: → clear progression → immediate application → real sound This short clip is a snapshot of that approach in action. When students start to sound like musicians early, everything changes: - Engagement goes up. - Consistency improves. - Retention solves itself. Built and tested in Portland, OR. #MusicEducation #GuitarLessons #EdTech #CreativeLearning #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #PortlandOregon #EducationInnovation

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In both eLearning and audiobook production, narration shapes how content is received, understood, and remembered. A professional narrator supports comprehension by guiding attention, reinforcing meaning, and creating familiarity with the subject matter. Effective narration goes beyond vocal technique; it requires awareness of audience, context, and cultural nuance. These elements influence how a message lands. Voice may be called a soft skill, but in learning and storytelling, it carries significant weight.

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Free Resource for Instructional Planning Support your district's teachers in implementing IEPs with clarity and consistency. This downloadable reference tool allows educators to easily track required accommodations and modifications for students with IEPs—keeping critical information accessible during planning and instruction. Share with your teams to help ensure compliance, support differentiation, and promote inclusive practices from day one.⁠ Click the link below to download this resource. https://lnkd.in/gEuPqJwZ

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Canvas has 558+ public sector contracts and 35% of the higher ed LMS market. Institutions aren't just buying software. They're reducing switching risk, locking in multi-year discounts, and moving away from Blackboard for good. If you sell into public education, the procurement data tells you exactly where the money is moving. We broke it down. https://lnkd.in/d5jP6C53

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