Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow offers critical insights for Learning & Development professionals. The book distinguishes between fast, intuitive thinking (System 1) and slow, analytical thinking (System 2). To enhance learning, L&D can use storytelling, reduce cognitive overload, and implement diverse examples and feedback loops, improving overall engagement and retention.
Friday Finds — Interactive Emails, Content Compass, AI in L&D
This week we take a look at the benefits of interactive emails, aligning content with business goals, and leveraging AI for strategic impact in training. Plus useful new tools and the podcast of the week. Dive on in!
Friday Finds — Dual Coding Theory, Curiosity+Failure, Power of Naps
The week's edition encourages learning through curiosity and failure, and discusses the benefits of visual aids in learning via the Dual Coding Theory. It also promotes upcoming webinars on eLearning and shares resources like podcasts and tech tools for enhancing learning and productivity.
Friday Finds — Google Notebook, Myers-Briggs, Learning 101
This week we've got insights into effective learning strategies. a look at the limitations of personality tests in instructional design, and we underscore the importance of challenging learning methods. Plus tech tools for organizational training and a great podcast episode on neuroscience for workplace learning.
Friday Finds — Prior Knowledge, Snipd Podcasts, Impatience vs Smarts
This week, we highlight the importance of prior knowledge in learning, the functionalities of the Snipd podcast app, and encourage a thoughtful approach to eLearning. Plus the top tools and podcast of the week just for you!
Friday Finds — Science of Luck, Open AI o1, Google Notebook
This week's highlights include AI tools like OpenAI’s o1 for problem-solving and Google Notebook for personalized research, along with top tips, tools and talks to boost your L&D IQ!
Friday Finds — AI Use Cases for Instructional Design, Learning Design Dos & Don’ts, Prompt Engineering Made Easy
This week's highlights include AI in instructional design, learning science tips, and a tool for creating better AI prompts. Plus explore the podcast of the week, new tools, upcoming events, and a webinar on acing instructional design interviews. Don't miss out!
Unearthing Hidden Gems: Master Content Curation with the CURATE Model
The focus of this post is on the "U" in the CURATE model: Unearth Content. It's like as a treasure hunt where you diversify sources, use advanced search techniques, leverage your network, and stay organized. Apply these strategies to up your curation game.
Friday Finds — A/B Testing, AI Thought Partner, Getting Started with NoCode
This week, learn how A/B testing can enhance learning designs, how AI's true potential lies in augmenting human intelligence, and how to get started with #NoCode tools that empower customized solutions without coding. Plus, as always, new tech tools, a podcast, and upcoming events.
Top 10 Learning Tools for 2024
Today is a holiday for those of us here in the US. This gives me a little bit of extra time to share my top 10 learning tools for 2024. I'm dishing out the good stuff as part of Jane Hart's yearly roundup. So, grab a seat, and let's see what did and didn't makeContinue reading "Top 10 Learning Tools for 2024"
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