Nonprofit E-learning Primers and White Papers

The following resources may be of value to associations and other nonprofits as they plan for and execute on their online learning initiatives. They are mostly portable document format (PDF) files and require Adobe Acrobat Reader, which you can download for free at http://www.adobe.com/.

e-book @ Articulate Global
"The Insiders Guide to Becoming a Rapid E-Learning Pro"
A great introduction to the ins-and-outs of producing online learning courses in a rapid, cost-effective way (Summer, 2007)

primer @ Isoph Institute
"E-learning Overview"
Provides a brief overview of the benefits and myths of online learning, along with a description of three common formats of e-learning: on-demand, live, and facilitated. (Fall, 2003)

resource guide @ Isoph Institute
"Nonprofit Web Conferencing and Remote Access Guide"
Offers a brief look at Web conferencing from a nonprofit perspective, along with links to articles and resources. Also provides a listing of remote access vendors and reviews. (March, 2004)

book @ http://www.isoph.com/press_brandonhall.htm
"Making E-Learning Work in the Nonprofit Sector"
Complete description of the only comprehensive guidebook for nonprofit organizations looking to develop an online learning program.

white paper @ Isoph Institute
"Technology's Role in Supporting Learning for Systemic Change"
This white paper outlines an ambitious approach to integrating technology to support learning, an approach that is consistent with our sector's aspirations for systemic community change. 

article @ shared/assetDownload.aspx?id=45
"Using Learning to Reach Your Mission"
Originally published by Philanthropy News Network (PNN) as part of PNN's "Challenges of a New Century" series