The webinar discusses gamification, games for learning, and interactivity in creating engaged learners. It is presented by Karl Kapp on August 7, 2012 from 12:30-3:30 PM Pacific Time. Kapp is an expert in e-learning and the convergence of learning, technology, and business who has worked with many large organizations and published several books and articles on the topic. Participants can register for the webinar or view a recording at the provided link.

1. TrainingMagNetwork presents a complimentary webinar
Interactivity, Games and Gamification:
Creating Engaged Learners
Karl Kapp, Assistant Director of Bloomsburg
University's Institute for Interactive Technologies
Date: Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Time: 12:30PM Pacific / 3:30PM Eastern (60 Minute
Session)
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2. Session Description:
Based on the bestselling learning book, “The Gamification of Learning and
Instruction” this presentation introduces, defines, and describes the
concepts of gamification, games for learning and interactivity. It then
dissects the elements of games and describes how they can be applied to
the design and development of interactive learning.
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3. The presentation is based on solid research including peer-reviewed results
from dozens of studies that offer insights into why game-based thinking and
mechanics makes for vigorous learning tools. Not all games or gamification
efforts are the same, creating engaging learning using game-based thinking
requires matching instructional content with the right game mechanics and
game thinking. Moving beyond the theoretical considerations, the presentation
explores three methods for designing interactive learning based on concepts
from games.
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4. About Karl Kapp
Karl M. Kapp, Ed.D., CFPIM, CIRM, is a consultant, scholar, and expert on the
convergence of learning, technology and business operations. His
background teaching e-learning classes, knowledge of adult learning
theory, and experience training CEOs and front line staff provides him
with a unique perspective on organizational learning. His experience with
technology companies and high-tech initiatives provides him with insights
into the future of technology. He shares those insights and perspectives
through writing, consulting and coaching with clients in the field of e-
learning.
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5. Dr. Kapp understands how to promote effective e-learning within
organizations. He received his Doctorate of Education in Instructional Design
at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Kapp is a full professor of
Instructional Technology at Bloomsburg University. He teaches a unique class
in which students are formed into "companies," write a business plan, receive
an e-learning Request for Proposal (RFP), respond with a proposal, develop a
working prototype, and present their solution to representatives from
various corporations.
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6. As Assistant Director of Bloomsburg University's internationally acclaimed
Institute for Interactive Technologies (IIT), Dr. Kapp helps government,
corporate and non-profit organizations leverage learning technologies to
positively impact employee productivity and organizational profitability
through the effective use of e-learning. He provides advice on e-learning
design, learning infrastructures and e-learning technologies.
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7. Dr. Kapp has worked with such client's as Aetna Healthcare, AT&T, Black and
Decker, CIGNA Healthcare, Johnson and Johnson, L'OREAL, Pennsylvania
Department of Public Welfare, Sovereign Bank, Toys R Us, the PPL utility
company and many other large and small organizations helping them to
implement effective e-learning solutions.
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8. He is a frequently sought expert in the e-learning field. He has been
interviewed by such magazines as Software Strategies, Knowledge
Management, Distance Learning and TRAINING. Dr. Kapp has published
dozens of articles and business reports on the topics of organizational
learning and the impact of e-learning. His two most recent books are
Integrated Learning for ERP Success: A Learning Requirements Planning
Approach (CRC Press) and Winning E-Learning Proposals: The Art of
Development and Delivery (J. Ross Publishing). Both of which discuss the
impact of e-learning on organizations.
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9. Additionally, Dr. Kapp is a noted technologist with a vision toward the future
of technology, learning and business operations. He is the software editor for
a manufacturing trade journal and is an external evaluator for two Advanced
Technology Education (ATE) grants funded by the National Science
Foundation (NSF). One of the ATE projects he evaluates is the National Center
for Telecommunications Technology (NCTT). He also sits on the board of
several technologies companies. Dr. Kapp is instrumental in the creation of
the Bloomsburg Regional Technology Center; a technology-rich restored
1800's mansion in rural Northeast Pennsylvania which is attracting existing
technology companies and incubating new ones because of its location and
technological amenities.
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10. Dr. Kapp is committed to helping organization's develop a strategic,
enterprisewide approach to organizational e-learning. He believes that the
effective convergence of learning and technology are the keys to increased
productivity and profitability. For further information, visit his web-site at
www.karlkapp.com.
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