How To Measure The Learning Effectiveness Of Podcasts

Essential Metrics You Should Monitor To Prove The Effectiveness Of Podcasts In eLearning It is undeniable that more and more eLearning developers have started incorporating podcasts in their online courses to diversify learning materials and engage learners. But are there more benefits to using podcasts in eLearning beyond enhanced learner engagement? And, if so, what…

5 Creative Ways California Colleges Are Feeding Students Beyond Food Pantries

Oh SNAP! has hired a local organic farmer to provide produce and give classes on cooking and gardening. The program also offers pop-up thrift stores where students can fill a bag with clothes and housewares for $5; proceeds go back into the program. Oh SNAP! “provides peace of mind,” said Anna Martinez, a student studying…

Why Native Voice-Over In eLearning Localization Works

How Native Narration Boosts Clarity Or Engagement When localizing eLearning content, voice-over plays a critical role in shaping the learner’s experience. A native narrator does more than translate—they bring authenticity, cultural sensitivity, and natural rhythm to the course. This article explores how native voice-over in eLearning enhances learner comprehension, trust, and overall training effectiveness across…

‘In Crisis Mode’: Former National Park Leaders Say Cuts Will Hit Public Lands Hard

Besides longer lines and dirtier facilities, Galipeau said reduced staffing could also endanger park visitors. Fewer staffers will mean longer emergency service response times and less preventive maintenance for roads and trails. “You have a bad experience or you get lost or you get hurt or maybe there’s a crime that occurs in the park,…

How a UC Berkeley Professor Confronts Division With a Vision for Belonging

powell spoke with The California Report Magazine host Sasha Khokha as part of a series on Californians and resilience. Below are excerpts from their conversation, edited for brevity and clarity. For the full interview, listen to the audio linked at the top of this story. On what ‘bridging’ means: A simple way of thinking about…

L&D In Onboarding: Integrate For Faster Ramp-Up

Rethinking Onboarding: From Orientation To Enablement In today’s fast-paced digital economy, every new hire represents both an opportunity and a ticking clock. The faster they become productive, the quicker the organization sees returns on its investment in talent. But traditional onboarding processes often fall short—delivering checklists instead of context, policies instead of purpose, and surface-level…

Memorial Day Weekend Weather Won’t Quite Feel Like Summer for Much of Bay Area

Throughout the music festival, Napa is looking at low to mid-70s weather throughout the day, and slightly breezy, cool nights – perfect for dancing, drinking wine and bundling up after the sun goes down. The weekend’s weather will also be right for barbecues, so long as people take proper fire precautions. Murdock said that on…

The Pyramid Approach And How To Apply It In eLearning

What’s The Pyramid Approach Of Learning? Although eLearning is everywhere and most people do it, there are often overlooked challenges. Staying focused, understanding the content, and actually remembering what you’ve learned for a long time can be difficult when learning online. Actually, many learners go through hours of courses and still feel like the information…