We all need inspiration at times. Sometimes, you can get that new ideas just by seeing examples or cases of what other people are doing. At SHIFT, there are several sources that have inspired us to create kick-ass eLearning courses. That's why we've collected our favorite places where we usually find amazing sources of inspiration. Make sure to bookmark these sites so you can check them out any time you need them.

This blog post is a must-read for all eLearning professionals hoping to become better ones this year. We need to STOP doing things in order to improve results or make time for new strategies. Let's make today the day where we stop spending time on the aspects of eLearning that don't work and instead use the time we save to create new and better tactics.

As an eLearning professional it is vital to brush up on basic skills every now and then. That's why in SHIFT we are constantly looking for new books/ eBooks to read and famous classics we may have missed.

To help you master eLearning course development, we gathered some of the top quotes by different experts in the industry. These experts come from various companies, and all have expertise in the art of creating engaging eLearning experiences. Check out their expert tips in this infographic, and then read below for a quick explanation of what these tips mean for your eLearning strategy.

At SHIFT eLearning, we are so lucky to have the brightest contributors talking about everything from eLearning strategy to instructional design.

2012 was a fantastic year for eLearning. As we are beginning a new year, we thought it would be interesting to collect SHIFT’s most popular blog posts from the past year and revisit them as a Greatest Hits collection.

As you build your eLearning courses, it’s important not only making sure you’re keeping your learner’s interest and that you’re keeping them motivated, but also that you’re getting out the best outcome. You need an engagement plan! Use the ENGAGE model as your guide.