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How to set up From mail so that it is not classified as spam First of all, SPF stands for "Sender Policy Framework," and is a security technology to prevent emails from being misidentified as spoofed emails. SPF settings can prevent the "From mail address change" available in the Customize and Site Customizer from preventing emails from reaching the learner. In this article, we will show you how to deal with From mail being sorted as junk mail. Click here for Table of Contents 1. What is SPF setting? 2. the procedure for SPF setting 3. summary What is SPF setting? This is a setting to explicitly state that this e-mail address is allowed to be delivered from this mail server. If an e-mail is delivered without SPF setting, it is more likely to be judged as spam because the "IP address" of the mail server from which the "domain" is sent cannot be authenticated. Therefore, by setting SPF, it proves that the From mail address is not "illegally used by a third party" and is less likely to be classified as junk mail. Procedure for SPF setting The SPF setting is not done from the earningBOX administration screen, but from the administration screen (DNS server) of the domain management company with which each company has a contract. The domain management company refers to the company you used to acquire your domain. By checking the domain part of your e-mail address, you can find out which domain management company you have contracted with. Apply for DNS settings with the domain management company You need to apply for DNS settings with your domain management company. DNS is a system for managing and operating domain names. Please refer to the page of each domain management company for the application procedure. 2. configure SPF on the DNS settings screen Our learningBOX uses "Amazon SES" mail servers. Enter the following information on the management screen of the domain management company to configure SPF settings. *As for the host part, it will be blank or @ depending on the DNS service. If your domain already has an SPF record, add an Amazon SES include statement before ~all using the following format "v=spf1 existing settings include:amazonses.com ~all" To configure SPF settings at Name.com Configure the SPF settings from the Name.com control panel. For Name.com, please refer to the support information on Name.com for details, as the setting method will vary depending on the name server you are using. Name.com Mail Marketing User Guide｜Name.com official website To configure SPF settings on Xserver SPF Settings｜XServer official website Conclusion In this issue, we introduced SPF settings to prevent From mail from being classified as spam. IT terms such as "SPF" and "DNS" may sound difficult to understand, but it is possible to prevent discrepancies in perception between administrators and learners, such as "I thought I sent a From mail, but it was classified as spam and did not reach the learner. In addition, countermeasures against "spoofed e-mails" are essential to increase the delivery rate of e-mails to learners. Among them, SPF settings are important as a mechanism to clear suspicions of abuse of e-mail addresses. The Customize and Site Customizer functions are paid options that allow you to freely change e-mail addresses including the sender (From) for each subdomain. By clarifying the sender, learners can receive e-mails with peace of mind. Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in this service.

New forms of education, such as "inquiry learning" and "ICT education," are being promoted in modern educational settings. In this article, we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the introduction of ICT education. For those in charge of education who are considering the introduction of ICT education, it is important to understand in advance the benefits that students, teachers, and schools can gain from its introduction. Please refer to this article to deepen your understanding of ICT education! What is ICT education? ICT education refers to the use of IT technology, such as tablets and PCs, in educational settings. The introduction of tablets and electronic blackboards are familiar examples of ICT education, which makes it possible to conduct "classes that are easy to understand visually for both students and teachers through the use of digital devices. Reasons why ICT education is attracting attention One of the main reasons why ICT education is attracting attention is the promotion of the "GIGA School Concept. The "GIGA School Concept" is a plan to provide each student in elementary and junior high schools with a PC for learning and a network environment. If a "one student, one terminal" environment can be established, it is expected that teachers and students will be able to conduct interactive classes, and that education will be tailored to individual learning conditions. The ICT environment in schools varies from region to region. In addition, in the 2018 PISA (Programme for International Assessment of Student Achievement), Japan ranked last among OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) member countries in the amount of time spent using digital devices at school. Source: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, "Toward the Realization of the GIGA School Concept." ICT education has a significant role to play in realizing the GIGA School concept. Back to Table of Contents Advantages of ICT Education ICT education has many benefits for both students and teachers. Here are four examples of benefits. Student Benefit 1: Increased Motivation One of the benefits of ICT education from the students' perspective is increased motivation. It is difficult to motivate students in a class where they simply copy what is written on the blackboard into their notebooks. However, by using digital devices such as tablets and PCs, students can take classes with a fresh perspective. One example is a class in which students can talk with students from other countries using the video call feature provided on tablets and PCs. With the current emphasis on English and other foreign languages, tablets and PCs can be used to create stimulating lessons for students. Student Benefit 2: Learning while having fun Another advantage of ICT education is that it can convey information to others visually and audibly. For example, in mathematics, graphics can be displayed in three dimensions, and in English, students can hear the pronunciation of words spoken aloud. In classes where students only read from textbooks, it is difficult to generate discussion among students, and the teacher tends to give one-sided lessons. ICT education, however, allows for interactive lessons between teacher and students, or between students. If we can create a situation in which students can enjoy learning, it will lead to increased class satisfaction. Advantage 1 for teachers: Improved work efficiency ICT education also has the advantage of improving work efficiency for teachers. By using digital devices to conduct classes, teachers do not have to order and print textbooks. Grading assignments and other tasks can also be done online, eliminating the need to store and prepare materials. In this day and age when the burden on teachers at schools is becoming increasingly heavy, ICT education is expected to play an active role in reducing this burden. Advantage 2 for teachers: Easier information sharing One of the advantages of ICT education is that it makes it easier for teachers to share information with each other. If materials are created using software that can create documents and spreadsheets, there is no need to print documents on paper, and materials can be easily shared. In addition, visualizing the progress of classes makes it easier to collaborate with other teachers. Back to Table of Contents Disadvantages of ICT Education While ICT education has many advantages, it also has a small number of disadvantages. Two typical disadvantages are as follows Costly to introduce. Tablets and PCs are not inexpensive to purchase, and a certain cost is involved. A disadvantage of ICT education is that when digital devices are prepared for all students and teachers, a large sum of money is required at the time of introduction. In addition, it is not uncommon for digital equipment to break down. When they break down, it is necessary to have them repaired or purchase new ones. Post-installation costs must also be considered, and may be higher than anticipated. Classes will be interrupted when a problem occurs. Since an Internet environment is essential for the use of digital devices, classes must be interrupted when problems occur in the communication environment. If the Internet environment is not restored, the disadvantage is that classes cannot proceed as expected. To avoid affecting the progress of the class, you should consider what to do when the digital equipment becomes unavailable. Back to Table of Contents What is Needed to Facilitate ICT Education Although ICT education has various advantages, in many cases, if it is not fully utilized, the effects may not be realized. Clarify the purpose of implementing ICT education. It is important to implement ICT education "for the benefit of the students. Although there are aspects that may lead to a workload for teachers, it is important to clarify the purpose of implementation. Before implementing ICT education, it is necessary to consider what skills you want students to acquire and how you want them to grow through ICT education. Utilize external human resources When promoting ICT education, consider using outside resources, as the level of ICT skills varies from person to person, and teachers may not always be able to use digital devices well even if they are available. The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) is currently implementing the "ICT Education Advisor Dispatch Program," in which advisors provide advice on planning the ICT environment and effective teaching methods. By utilizing advisors who are already familiar with ICT education, it is expected that ICT education will proceed smoothly. Source: "ICT Education Advisor Project," Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Back to Table of Contents Examples of ICT Education ICT education is practiced in many schools and there are many examples. Here are two examples of ICT education. Example 1: Rikkyo Jogakuin Elementary School Rikkyo Jogakuin Elementary School in Tokyo is promoting ICT education under the title of "Well Learning Project. This project is based on the following three ideas A place of learning where children truly want to learn An environment where parents can feel that they want their children to study at Rikkyo Jogakuin Elementary School A place where teachers are motivated to teach children with all their heart and soul In addition to opportunities to experience nature, such as growing vegetables and planting rice, students can also learn to operate a PC. In addition, students have frequent opportunities to use digital devices, such as iPads, to present what they have learned through their studies. Source: Rikkyo Jogakuin Elementary School "Well Learning Project Example 2: N Middle School At the N Middle School, where students can study anywhere as long as they have an Internet connection, "programming study" is part of the curriculum. The purpose of programming is not just to acquire programming skills. The objective is to develop problem-solving and logical thinking skills while utilizing knowledge of programming languages. The first step is to acquire basic ICT skills such as how to use a PC. After that, students choose what they want to create (websites, games, etc.) and create it on their own. Source: "Programming Learning" at N Junior High School Back to Table of Contents SUMMARY In this issue, we have focused on the benefits of ICT education, as well as what is necessary to facilitate ICT education and examples of ICT education. ICT education has advantages for both students and teachers, and can be expected to have great effects if it is used well. However, teachers should not introduce it to make their work easier, but rather devise ways to make it more effective for their students. ▼Here's another recommendation! Also read. Back to Table of Contents

The first experience a new employee has with a company is the "newcomer training". It is important for them to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for their work as they begin their careers as colleagues in the company. Did you know that this "newcomer training" is actually so influential that it can affect your motivation as a company employee in the future? In this article, we will discuss the purpose of new employee training and methods for maintaining new employee motivation. What is Newcomer Training? Newcomer training is literally training given to newly hired employees, but its content differs depending on whether the employee is a new graduate or not. This is because new graduates and mid-career hires have different levels of experience as members of society. In the case of new graduate hires For new graduate hires who have no experience as a member of society, the main focus of training is to raise their awareness from student to member of society. This includes compliance, preparedness as a member of society, basic business manners, and so on. Of course, there is also training related to specific work duties, but the most important objective is to make them aware that they have become a member of society. The main purpose of this training is to make employees aware of their status as a member of society. In the case of mid-career hires Mid-career hires with working experience have acquired business manners and other working knowledge. Companies expect mid-career hires to be ready to work immediately. Therefore, the main focus of new employee training is to convey "corporate philosophy, company-specific business knowledge, and industry information. It is important to match the experience and skills of each individual and to deepen their understanding by filling in the missing gaps. Back to Table of Contents Four Purposes of Training The primary purpose of training new recruits is to develop them into people who will be beneficial to the company. Whether you are hiring new graduates or mid-career professionals, the basic premise remains the same. What kind of training is necessary to develop such beneficial human resources? The educator should be clear about the purpose of the training: "Why are we providing training?" The training should be conducted with a clear objective in mind. If training is conducted with the mindset that "it's just something we have to do," it will naturally infect new employees. The trainer must be careful because he/she may "lower the motivation of fresh employees" without realizing it! So what exactly is the purpose of conducting training for new employees? Here are four major items as examples. Objective 1: To understand the corporate philosophy The first step for new employees is to understand the company's corporate philosophy. It is very important for them to know our philosophy and vision. The corporate philosophy is the standard for how to work at the company. Understanding them is essential to working in a way that is consistent with the company's direction. In addition, sharing the philosophy and vision leads to increased motivation. When all employees have a common purpose and work together, it is expected that results will be visibly improved. Although a corporate philosophy cannot be conveyed in a single training session, it should be communicated repeatedly so that it permeates throughout the entire company. Objective 2: To build relationships within the company As a matter of course, new employees do not know anyone around them. The purpose of training is to build new relationships within the company, such as with superiors and peers. Good human relations are a very important part of working in a company. If you can communicate easily on a daily basis, your work will run more smoothly. It is also important to have someone you can talk to when you have a problem, whether it is your boss or your peers. Having someone in the company who is on your side is a great source of reassurance and helps to prevent employee turnover. Creating opportunities for new employees to come into contact with many people during their training will lead to a comfortable work environment. Objective 3: To acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for work One of the main objectives of new employee training is to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge for their work. If they acquire solid skills and knowledge, they will be able to start their work smoothly after the training. Basic business etiquette is also included here. Try to convey not only general knowledge, but also knowledge and skills unique to the company and its departments. In doing so, we recommend that you incorporate the real voices of employees working in the field and make the training content practical. Objective 4: To understand the rules within the company A company has its own rules and discipline. If your job requires customer service, there may be standards for attire, etc. It is not uncommon for a company to have rules for managing text and handling recording media to prevent information leaks, which can be a matter of life and death for the company. Mid-career hires may feel that their own rules are different from those of their former employers, so it is necessary to carefully explain what the rules are for. Back to Table of Contents Four Methods Used in Newcomer Training Here are four typical ways to conduct newcomer training, which can greatly affect the motivation of newcomers. Technique #1: "Group Work This is a method in which participants are divided into groups of several people to work on a task. This method is expected to foster teamwork skills as participants work together to solve problems. Technique #2: Recreation Simple games are used for "recreation. Simple and easy games that anyone can play are often used, such as "gesture games" or "message games. Recreation can be effective in relieving tension and providing an opportunity for communication. Technique #3: "Role play." Role-play" is a technique in which participants play the roles required in real business scenarios. The term "role play" is used to mean "acting out a role. This is a practical know-how that is difficult to acquire through classroom learning. Method #4 "OJT Abbreviation for "On-the-Job Training," this is a method in which experienced supervisors and senior staff provide guidance through actual work to help trainees acquire knowledge and skills. The advantage of this method is that the trainee receives guidance directly from the person who is actually doing the work. Back to Table of Contents Follow-up Important to Maintain Motivation After training, new employees are assigned to their respective departments. New employees must always feel both anticipation and anxiety in their new environment. What should senior employees and supervisors do to welcome such newcomers? First of all, the trainer should make sure that the new employee is not isolated in his/her assigned department. New employees need someone they can feel comfortable asking questions to when they are unsure about something. The presence of someone they can rely on makes the workplace easier to work in. In such an environment, motivation to work will naturally increase. During the first two to three months after being assigned to a new position, there are many things you don't understand, and you will often hit a wall. After two to three months of being assigned, it is easy to become less motivated, and employees may feel uneasy and say, "Hey, that's not what I expected. It's not what I thought it would be," some employees may feel uneasy. It is recommended that you create an opportunity to talk with the new employee once during this period. Support the new employee's motivation by reviewing his/her progress to date and setting new goals for the future. Back to Table of Contents e-Learning System to Further Enhance Newcomer Training Advantages on the newcomer's side Ability to learn at your own pace and location Practice and learn over and over again Easy to make it a habit Advantages for the Company Uniform quality of training Easy to manage learning progress Expected to reduce training costs Of course, e-learning systems also have disadvantages, such as reduced interaction among employees and difficulty in controlling motivation. If you need to train new employees efficiently in a limited amount of time, why not consider using both regular training and e-learning systems? You will be able to create a training program that makes the most of the advantages of each and compensates for the disadvantages. Back to Table of Contents SUMMARY New employee training is the foundation of a new employee's future work style and has a significant impact on motivation. The purpose of new employee training is to develop human resources that are beneficial to the company. By clearly and firmly defining the purpose of training, companies can improve the productivity of not only new employees, but also the entire organization. Online training is also a means to be considered for the quickest and most effective results. With our e-learning system, learningBOX, you can check new employees' knowledge retention from various angles. You can also easily check grades and progress, which will help increase employee motivation. This simple and intuitive system has been highly evaluated by many companies, even those with no programming knowledge. Please register for free and experience the ease of use. We also recommend this page! Also read Back to Table of Contents

Hello. Hello. My name is Nishimura. It is the end of the fiscal year and I am very busy, but I am managing. I don't know my password. One of the inquiries to the support team of learningBOX is "I forgot my password, can you tell me? I've forgotten my password. Customers may think, "If you are the service operator, you should at least know your password, right? However, in fact, we have no way of knowing what is set in the password. Passwords are hashed In learningBOX, passwords are hashed and stored. Hashing is the process of performing some operation on the original value to create a value whose characteristics are known, but whose original value is not. For example, consider a hashing function that "finds the sum of each digit for an integer. It is easy to find the left-to-right value, but not the right-to-left value, right? This is called the one-way nature of hash functions. In the above example, the left value cannot be guessed from the right value, but it is not safe for a password authentication system because the left value can be easily obtained such that the right value is the same. How difficult it is to guess the right value is said to be collision-resistant or collision-safe, and it is important to use an appropriate hash function. Stretching to buy time. Brute force attack. A so-called brute force attack, in which any password can be broken if every possible password is tried. Stretching is a method to extend the time required for this brute force attack. Modern CPUs are fast; GPUs are even faster. A GPU at the level of a mere gaming PC can do 10TFlops, or about 10 trillion calculations per second. 100,000 hash functions can be executed 100 million times per second. In other words, an 8-digit password can be broken in one second. That's not good. If alphabets and numbers are used, it might take a day or so, but it can be broken in a day. That's not good. So, there is stretching. Stretching is a method of buying time by repeatedly passing the hash function through. 1024 times will stretch one day to 1024 days. It is safe there. Salt and safe. Even though it takes 1024 days, that is on a gaming PC. If you have a $10 billion budget, you can break it. It's a piece of cake. With a budget of 10 billion yen, you can create a magic reverse dictionary, such as the Rainbow Table, which will find the hash value after stretching for all possible passwords up to 10 digits. （To counteract this, we sprinkle salt on the passwords. This will prevent a reverse lookup attack by the rainbow table. Of course, it is possible to break this password if 10 billion yen is poured in to break it, but it is a matter of balance. Online and Offline Attacks Stretching and Salt was, in fact, talking about offline attacks. An offline attack is a method in which hashed values are leaked to the outside world and a brute force password estimation is performed on the PC against the hashed values. It may sound light to say that the hashed value has been leaked, but at this point, it is an information leakage incident. It is not an incident, but an accident. It is a serious situation. In order to prevent such a situation from occurring, development processes are being established, coding rules are being thoroughly enforced, code reviews are being conducted, and vulnerability assessments are being performed. On the other hand, "online attacks" are easy to execute. An online attack is an attempt to log in by entering an ID and password at the login screen. Anyone can do it. Preventing Online Attacks: Limit the Number of Times If you make a mistake in your password N times, lock your login. Since learningBOX 2.10.x, it is possible to set a limit on the number of times a password can be mistyped. Preventing online attacks: Two-factor authentication LearningBOX can notify you by e-mail of an additional authentication key if your ID and password are entered correctly. By using this function, unauthorized login is not possible unless the login authentication is broken in the mailbox to which the authentication key is sent. Prevent online attacks: IP address restriction By signing up for learningBOX as a dedicated server, you can restrict the IP address from which you can connect. This means that you can restrict connections to only those from your company. Finally Security technology is constantly advancing. It is important not to be satisfied with what you have learned once, but to keep on acquiring new knowledge. In addition, you can efficiently acquire overarching knowledge by obtaining official certifications such as the Information Security Management Examination and the Information Technology Security Assistants Examination. Although I am also non-registered, I have taken and passed the Information Security Assistance for Information Processing exam. ✌

This is Nishimura of the Development Department, and I have a requirement to throw a request through a proxy server in PHP, so I'll summarize the results of my investigation. Code With the following code, we can get "https://www.ugtop.com/spill.shtml" through the proxy server located at "tcp://123.123.123.123:8080". That's easy! Memo The default timeout for file_get_contents is 60 seconds, so be careful to specify an appropriate time depending on your requirements. If it is expected to take a long time to respond, it should be longer, and if it is used for life-and-death checks, it may be better to make it shorter.

Updated: January 28, 2022 Explanation of how to create your own e-learning materials and points to keep in mind when creating them With the spread of teleworking, many companies are thinking of using e-learning for employee training and in-house training to provide employee education with their own training videos. However, many human resource managers at such companies are probably wondering how to create videos and how to create videos with high learning effects. In this article, we will explain in detail the three options for creating e-learning, how to create your own e-learning, and key points to consider when creating e-learning. Click here for the Table of Contents Three Options for Creating E-Learning How to Create Your Own E-Learning Points to keep in mind when creating e-Learning High-quality in-house training videos by following the steps and key points when creating eLearning. Three options for e-Learning creation There are three main options for creating your own e-Learning: hiring a specialized vendor, using educational material software, or creating it yourself. The functions available and the time and cost required for implementation vary greatly depending on which method you choose, so please select the most appropriate option based on price, past results, content, and suitability for your company. (1) Requesting a specialized contractor Outsourcing to a specialist firm is the most common method of preparation. By entrusting the work to professionals with specialized knowledge and years of experience, you can create high-quality training materials without spending a lot of time and effort. In addition to filming and editing training videos, they will also listen carefully to your company's goals and plan the training materials, making it easier for you to get the best learning results from your participants. Furthermore, some companies even provide follow-up services after the introduction of e-learning, so even companies that are introducing e-learning for the first time can rest assured that they are in good hands. Although there is an initial cost, once materials are created, they can be used over and over again, so if you plan to use them over the medium to long term or distribute them to a large number of people, they are cost-effective. If the number of teaching materials you want to create is small, you will be able to reduce costs even more. (2) Utilize educational material software, etc. Tools such as e-learning material creation software and e-learning systems can be used to create educational materials that match the creator's image and objectives, without the need for specialized knowledge. There are various types of software, from simple software that supports the creation of teaching materials to software with delivery functions. Some can be easily created by simply taking pictures with a smartphone, while others can handle multiple foreign languages. In addition to original teaching materials, services that allow users to rent existing content are also attractive. There are many low-cost services that can create high-quality videos. When using educational material software, it is a good idea to choose a reliable service with a proven track record of production according to your company's budget and objectives. (3) In-house production In-house creation is a method of creating videos from scratch without using specialized support tools. Depending on the skill and knowledge of the creator, PowerPoint and video editing tools are used to create the video. The content and images of the videos can be planned and produced in-house, and the cost and number of materials to be created can be set according to the budget. This is a more cost-effective alternative to outsourcing or using educational material software. How to create your own e-learning program There are five main steps to creating your own eLearning. By understanding the process and the purpose and importance of each step beforehand, you will be able to improve the efficiency of your work and the completeness of your training videos. The five steps and the important information in each step are divided into easy-to-understand explanations, so please refer to the following procedures to get started on creating your video. STEP 1: Formulate objectives, targets, and goals Purpose You must clarify the objective of "what is the purpose of creating educational materials? By clarifying the purpose, it will be easier to plan what kind of learning content should be included. Target The target audience is defined as "who will use this material to learn. The overall image of the educational material will change depending on whether the target audience is young people such as new employees or the older generation such as managers, and whether women or men take the course most often. Goal It is also important to set "what is the goal of learning through the course material? By setting a goal, even if what you want to teach expands during the creation process, you can clarify the information and create teaching materials that are highly effective for learning. STEP2: Designing the structure of teaching materials Schedule Clarify the schedule for each step in the e-learning creation process. The schedule items include requirement definition, manuscript preparation, design document preparation, content production, and inspection. Clarify who is in charge (roles) of each process as well, so that the process can proceed efficiently. Titles It is recommended that the title be decided roughly at the beginning of the process rather than at the end. By deciding on a title, you can reorganize what you are creating content about. You can change it to a catchier title in the end, but it is better to keep it without any twists and turns at this stage. Chapters and Sections The most important step in structuring the document is to pick out the necessary items as "chapters" and "sections. The content and order of the items should be organized while considering how they can be easily conveyed to the audience. If there are too many items, it is a good idea to divide the content into sections. STEP3: Content Creation Slide Show Creation From the initial draft of the e-learning program, a slideshow is created to share the final image of the content with the people involved. We recommend using PowerPoint to create the slideshow. Drafting When creating a draft in PowerPoint, it is common to have one screen of content per page of slides. The detailed design process focuses on organizing the content of the slides and the explanatory text in the notes section. It will be difficult to concentrate on the study content if the terminology and expressions used are not consistent, so be sure to organize the content well at this stage. Filming When filming, it is important to have an idea of the location of the performers and equipment in advance to ensure efficient filming. Since it tends to be dark when filming by amateurs, lighting equipment must be provided to provide sufficient light. Rehearsals are also necessary, so be sure to allow enough time before shooting. STEP4: Confirmation of the finished product After the filming is successfully completed, we will check the finished product for any bugs in the study content and video. Since it is easy to overlook typographical errors and omissions, multiple people should carefully check the video. Having a third party check the video allows for a more objective evaluation, leading to improved quality. STEP5: After completion If there are no problems with the completed product, conduct the actual training within the company or at other locations. Get feedback from the participants by taking questionnaires, etc. By clarifying the evaluation of each item, such as whether the video was easy for the learners to view and whether the length of the content was appropriate, it will be useful for future improvements. Points to keep in mind when creating e-Learning programs By following some key points when creating e-Learning videos, such as inserting narration and adjusting the length of the content, you can create videos that are more effective for learners and easier for companies to operate. If you are unfamiliar with the tools you are using or if you are creating a video for the first time, it may take some time. The points outlined here will help you create the best possible video for your company. Inserting Figures, Tables, and Narration Inserting figures, tables, and narration can enhance the learning experience by providing visual as well as audio information. Keep text such as the ticker simple, and make it easy to read by varying the color, itself, and size. It is also a good idea to select the type of material to be inserted in consideration of the position and age range of the target audience. Introduce the lecturer himself/herself or his/her avatar. While it is best to keep the information on the slides simple, simply inserting figures, tables, and narration may be too simple and may not attract the interest of the audience. By having the instructor or his/her avatar appear on the slide, you can increase the appeal of the presentation to the participants and help them understand more effectively. By skillfully combining the instructor or avatar with the slide display, you can create a structure that will not bore the audience. One content should not be too long. If a single piece of content is too long, participants will not be able to concentrate. Consciously omit unnecessary content. If the video is too long, it is best to divide the video into parts and summarize the main points you want to convey in about 30 minutes. At the most, keep it within one hour. Design for ease of updating and modification. Information on the content you will be learning through e-learning evolves daily, and in the beginning, you may often find improvements and make revisions over time. It is also possible that changes, revisions, or glitches may occur in the system you are using even after the content is released. By designing the site to be easy to update and revise in anticipation of changes that may occur, it will be easier to work with later. Design for ease of updating and editing" means that the structure of the document is organized so that information is presented in a straightforward manner on each slide, and that materials such as figures, tables, and illustrations are stored in separate files. Making it easy to find areas for revision and anticipating the need for updates and revisions will make a big difference in the efficiency of later work. Devise ways to maintain motivation. In creating high quality educational materials, it is important not only to make them easy to understand, but also to make sure that knowledge is retained and motivation is maintained. In addition to simply having students listen to the material, incorporating mechanisms such as quizzes or tests to check comprehension, incentives, and Q&A time will enhance learning efficiency. Utilizing a function to view progress and correct answer rates, and setting a passing grade line should also be discussed and implemented in the planning and design stages. High-quality in-house training videos by following the procedures and key points when creating e-Learning When creating your own e-Learning videos, it is important that they are easy for participants to understand and that they keep them motivated, rather than being self-satisfying on the part of the creator. No matter how much effort has gone into the creation of the video, if the knowledge is not retained, it cannot be said to be a good teaching tool. By paying close attention to the points explained in this article, you can create effective original content. We hope you will make use of this information. We also recommend this! Also read "Introducing e-learning-based internal training for new employees."

Our e-learning system [learningBOX] is available free of charge to everyone from individuals to companies. learningBOX is an LMS with all the functions necessary to operate e-learning, such as creating teaching materials, web tests, and managing members' grades. LearningBOX is an LMS with all the functions necessary for e-learning, including the creation of teaching materials, web testing, and grade management. This article is perfect for customers who are interested in e-learning and would like to try it out! In this article, we will introduce in detail the functions and features of learningBOX, which has been utilized by many customers. E-learning can be implemented with zero IT knowledge With learningBOX, even those with no technical knowledge can start e-learning with simple mouse operations and text input. Even those who are not good at computer operations can easily manage and operate the system. Content creation follows a dedicated creation form, allowing users to intuitively learn how to operate the system through touch and feel. learningBOX has a very rich set of content functions that enhance educational effectiveness. In addition to video materials commonly used in e-learning, various content can be added that can only be set up on learningBOX, such as quiz/test functions, course functions, and report assignment creation functions. Created content can be distributed to specific members or groups set by the administrator, and the number of times a course can be taken and the period of time it can be open to the public can also be set in detail. Here are the features of learningBOX Easy creation of tests and exercises to check the effectiveness of learning Easy distribution of teaching materials via the web, eliminating the need for printing and preparation of training venues Certification tests can be created for all types of industries and fields Can use constraint bars to set course study requirements This time, we would like to show you a little bit inside the system specially for you! Here, we would like to introduce you to the quiz function, one of the most popular content functions of learningBOX. Since this is an exercise, we have created one choice question using the quiz function. If you have difficulty seeing the video, please view it in full screen. LearningBOX offers a wide variety of quiz question types, including more than 13 different types of quiz questions, such as our original fill-in-the-blanks, sorting, image selection, and listening questions, in addition to the standard multiple choice and correct/incorrect questions. Back to Table of Contents Free Plan Points LearningBOX Free Plan is a plan that allows up to 10 users including the administrator to use almost all functions free of charge, except for optional functions that require a fee. The learning materials, user data, and learning environment registered in the Free Plan can be upgraded to the paid plan. With the paid plan option, you can customize your own design, set up your own domain, and so on. *For more information about the services and fees of paid plans, please refer to the pricing plan here. The concept of learningBOX is "Changing the world with the power of EdTech. There are many people who are interested in e-learning, but who are not very good at operating a computer or setting up a system. Most of the e-learning systems available in the world are very expensive, and most of the services are mainly designed for large companies. Our goal is "a system that anyone can easily build e-learning learning"! With the spread of the coronavirus, our daily lives have changed dramatically. Although Japan is considered a technologically advanced country, the use of ICT in education lags far behind that of other countries. However, considering the future of Japan, the use of ICT in education is essential. Back to Table of Contents The Role of E-Learning in the Age of Corona New coronavirus infections are spreading around the world, and the "fifth wave" is spreading in Japan at a much faster pace than previous levels. In Japan, many companies and educational institutions are accelerating their moves to introduce e-learning. E-learning is a learning tool that can effectively support human resource education Once a learning environment has been established, e-learning can be used repeatedly. It is a learning method that is very suitable for learning qualifications, preparing for examinations, and overcoming weak subjects, as it allows students to learn at their own pace and over and over again. Here are some examples of actual companies using learningBOX Are you a person in charge of e-learning implementation? This page introduces case studies of companies and schools that are actually using learningBOX, detailing the background to the introduction of learningBOX, their problems, and the effects after the introduction. Motivation Switch Group Inc. We use learningBOX in this way! We use learningBOX for training for new employees to simulate practical work. Back to Table of Contents SUMMARY In this article, we have briefly introduced the features and functions of learningBOX. Our e-learning system is easy for learners to use. If you are considering implementing an e-learning system, please try our learningBOX and register for a free account here. Thank you for taking the time to read this paper. ▼ We also recommend this page! Also read Back to Table of Contents

What is the Curriculum Content of Newcomer Training? Explanation of points to note when creating the curriculum, etc. When developing human resources within a company, creating a curriculum for new employee training is such an important element that it can influence motivation for future work styles. However, some people may not know exactly how to create a curriculum. This article, therefore, explains how to create a curriculum for new employee training and points to keep in mind. Click here for Table of Contents 1. Contents of Curriculum for Newcomer Training 2. how to create a newcomer training curriculum 3. points to keep in mind when creating the curriculum 4. summary Contents of Newcomer Training Curriculum The curriculum for newcomer training can be broadly divided into introductory training and job-specific training. It is important to understand what you will learn in each. Introductory Training New employee training begins with a curriculum called introductory training. The content of the introductory training includes the basics such as business manners, understanding the mindset of a working member of society, knowing the company's philosophy, and communication. The content of most of the training is applicable to all types of jobs and can be adapted to any type of job, while promoting awareness as a member of society. Job-specific training This training is designed for new employees to learn about the type of work to which they will be assigned. The objective is to learn content that is similar to actual work and that can be applied to specific jobs. How to Create a Curriculum for New Employee Training Let's take a look at a detailed method for creating a curriculum for new employee training. Deciding on detailed elements such as advance preparation and setting objectives and timeframes will help ensure a smooth learning process. Confirmation of the level of the trainees As a prerequisite for creating a curriculum, it is necessary to know the level of the trainees. For example, the level of participants varies depending on whether they are new graduates, mid-career workers, or inexperienced mid-career workers. By creating a curriculum tailored to each participant's level, it is possible to provide training that is appropriate for each level. Establishing the purpose and duration of the training The purpose and duration of the training should also be decided before starting. If the objectives and duration are unclear, you may not be able to complete the curriculum process or touch on the content you want the trainees to learn. Therefore, set the duration according to your objectives. Setting Methods and Curriculum Decide on the methods that participants will learn in the newcomer training program from the following list. On-the-job training...... to learn while performing practical work Off-JT...... provides opportunities for learning outside of work Group work......Learn while communicating in groups Role-playing......Learn through simulated experiences such as customer service E-learning......Learn independently using the Internet The appropriate method varies depending on the content to be learned, the job, etc. On-the-job training for practical work, e-learning for knowledge, and so on. Before creating a curriculum, consider which method is best suited. Points to keep in mind when creating a curriculum Let's take a look at what to consider when creating a curriculum. Careful Preparation Before creating a curriculum, prepare it from multiple perspectives. For example, it is necessary to make improvements based on the good points and reflections of the previous year's curriculum. If you are going to hold a course, you need to hold the schedule of instructors and venues, and if you are going to use e-learning, you need to consider the method of delivery from the contents of the course materials. It is important to note that the preparations that must be made will differ depending on which method is used. Make the structure easy to understand. The curriculum should be structured in a way that is easy for newcomers to understand and grasp. For example, if you give them a difficult task at the beginning, it will be difficult for them to get it into their heads, so it is better to start with a mutual understanding of the corporate philosophy and business, which is less difficult. After that, it will be easier for the newcomers to learn about the details of the company's business operations, which will help them to consolidate their knowledge. Conclusion The curriculum for new employee training can be broadly divided into introductory training and job-specific training. There are also differences in learning methods, such as OJT, Off-JT, and e-learning, so choose the method that best fits your company's situation and the content you want your employees to learn. When creating, providing, and implementing a curriculum, it is important to be aware of the importance of making efforts to ensure that the content is simple and easily understood by new employees so that they can learn in an efficient manner. The learning BOX offers a wide variety of contents to suit different uses and purposes, and it is also possible to review what has been learned in a quiz format. We are also skilled at creating mid- to long-term curricula, which is why many companies have adopted our system. Please register for a free trial. ▼ We also recommend this one! Also read "Introducing e-learning-based internal training for new hires."

What is the purpose of having people learn English in human resource development and what are the key points for successful learning? It is assumed that English learning will become necessary when expanding operations overseas or handling English-language work. However, many people do not know how to proceed with learning English efficiently. This article details the key points for successful English learning and the characteristics of each training style. Improve your English language skills by effectively implementing the training method that best suits your objectives. Click here for Table of Contents 1. Purpose of English language training for corporate human resource development 2. features of each English training style 3. key points for successful English language training 4. what is the e-learning method? 5. summary Purposes of having companies learn English for human resource development There are three main purposes for companies to have their employees learn English for human resource development. It is important to study English for each of these purposes. 1. improving employees' English skills If there are plans for overseas assignments in the future or for inbound measures, companies will need to improve the English language skills of their employees. This is because English proficiency must be improved in order to communicate effectively with foreign countries. 2. handling English work Many companies want their employees to learn English through human resource development if they want to handle English-language work. This is because even if the work has been done only in Japanese, there is a possibility that English work will increase when doing business jointly with foreign companies. 3. overseas business expansion When expanding business overseas, employees will be required to have a high level of English proficiency. In addition to basic English proficiency, standards for skills such as the four English language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) must also be established within the company. Features of Each English Training Style Let's take a look at four different styles of English language training. The appropriate training style depends on the content and duration you want your students to learn. Dispatch of Instructors In the dispatch-type training, an instructor is invited to the company for a specific date, time, and period to conduct an English course. Since an outside instructor is invited to the company, preparations are required to welcome the instructor. Short-term Study Abroad Short-term study abroad is a method in which employees attend a language school to improve their English skills in a short period of time. This is an effective way to have employees acquire a high level of English in a short period of time, as they can spend their days immersed in English. Online Training Also known as e-learning, this is a method of having employees learn English online. This is a training style that is easy to use even when employees are busy with their work, as they can study from home or on the way to work and can study for as little as a few dozen minutes a day. Blended Learning Blended learning is a learning method that combines e-learning and face-to-face learning. The advantage of this method is that it facilitates efficient learning, with e-learning for basic learning and face-to-face learning for learning that requires communication. Key Points for Successful English Training Let's take a look at three key points for successful English language training. Clarify the purpose of learning English The company must clearly communicate the purpose and reasons for learning English. If this is not communicated, employees will not be motivated to learn and will be more likely to fail. In addition, discussing the company's future prospects with them will also increase their motivation. Provide training that is appropriate for the purpose and goal. The training style differs depending on the purpose and goal. For example, if you plan to expand business overseas within three months, business-level English proficiency is necessary. In the case of an overseas assignment, if the employee cannot speak daily conversation, he or she will have difficulty in daily life. Therefore, companies must provide learning content that meets their objectives. Provide support for continuous learning Continuous learning is essential to learning English. In order for students to continue learning, companies need to provide a support system. Consider offering support such as subsidies for expenses and the ability to ask questions and seek advice easily. What is the e-learning learning method? E-learning is a method in which a company delivers learning materials and employees study online at home or other locations. The format can be freely decided by each company. For example, video-based courses, quizzes, essay questions, and tests can be used, so you can choose the format that best suits the content you want your employees to learn. This is also an effective learning method for those who do not have the time or money to afford training courses or short-term study abroad programs. Conclusion When learning English, you should choose a training method after clarifying your purpose and reason for studying English. Instructor-led courses and short-term study abroad programs are an efficient way to learn English. However, if you are too busy with your work to take a course or short-term study abroad program, you may need to consider using an online e-learning program. Please consider the time and cost involved before making an efficient English study plan. After learning English, it is also important to carry out your work using English. LearningBOX offers a wide range of contents to meet your needs and objectives, so you can use learningBOX to simulate and train your employees to perform tasks in English. Try it out first by registering for free. ▼ We also recommend this one! Also read "Using eLearning to Create an English Course Study"

About this Version Upgrade Thank you for using learningBOX, our e-learning creation system. Today, learningBOX has been upgraded from Ver. 2.14 to Ver. 2.15. This article provides details about Ver. 2.15.10 (released on August 25, 2021), to which various new features have been added. Click here for a list of new features and functional improvements. New Functions Functional Improvements 1. site customizer 5. alerts for terminals logged in with non-recommended environment 2. Handwritten image creation and submission function (quiz/report) 6. Limit on the number of group account registrations 3. Badge list display function 7. CSV batch registration [Authorization function 4. Spot contracts In this version upgrade, a new "Site Customizer" has been developed, which has been requested for some time. Many other features have been added, including improvements to existing functions. We will now introduce the details of the 2.15 series version upgrade. Site Customizer This function allows you to customize the basic information, design, and side menu of your site by yourself. This feature is available only for customers who have signed up for a shared server/design customization or a dedicated server. Handwritten image creation and submission function (quiz/report) A new function has been added to [Quiz/Test] and [Report Assignment] in Content Management. This function allows learners to submit their own handwriting and illustrations as answers. Badge List Display Function This function allows learners to view a list of badges they have earned. Spot Contracts A "spot add order" has been added to temporarily increase the number of account registrations (users) during the contract period of current plans. This allows administrators to add additional account registrations from within learningBOX without waiting for the end of the paid plan contract. Alerts to terminals logged in with non-recommended environments This function displays an alert only the first time a device is accessed from an OS/browser other than those recommended by the company. Limit on the number of registered accounts in a group You can limit the number of accounts registered in a group. This can be set by a user with group management authority. CSV Batch Registration (Administrative Authority) Users can now be granted administrative privileges through CSV batch registration. Others Please contact our CS sales team if you have any questions or need more information. Inquiry Form We will continue to listen to our customers' voices and improve our functions to make your use of our products even more comfortable. Thank you for your continued support of LearningBOX/QuizGenerator.