Friday Finds — SMEs, Effective Communicators, Living Pointlessly

This week we explor expert teaching challenges, effective communication, the impact of gamification, and as always useful eLearning resources, tech tools, podcast recommendation, upcoming events, and a bonus guide to creating role-play simulations.

Friday Finds — Smart Brevity, L&D Reports, ID Books

This week we learn about the importance of brief communication in today's world, share recommendations for L&D industry reports and 12 instructional design books you should read this year, as well as tech tools and tips. The podcast of the week focuses on using data for skill development and freelance instructional designers will want to grab a copy of the free resources report too.

Friday Finds — Content Atomization, Learning Pathways, ChatGPT Tone

This week we take a look at atomized learning, structured learning content, and using ChatGPT without sounding like a robot. As always, we've got great tech tools, a podcast recommendation, and details about upcoming events. With a bit of shenanigans to polish it all off!

Atomize Your Learning: Unleashing the Power of Bite-Sized Content in L&D

By breaking down larger content pieces into smaller, more digestible chunks, L&D professionals can create more targeted and impactful learning experiences.

Friday Finds — How Learning Works, Best GPT Prompts, Persuasive Rhymes

Sponsored by iSpring Sign up here to get Friday Finds in your inbox every Friday The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. ― Eleanor Roosevelt Hey everyone! Sunshine and warmth this week have me dreaming of spring – and that made me think of the brilliant idea my friendContinue reading "Friday Finds — How Learning Works, Best GPT Prompts, Persuasive Rhymes"

A Marketing Solution for Scattered Digital Learning Resources

It seems L&D teams are always juggling scattered resources. Digital Sales Rooms (DSRs) offer a solution by organizing content into a centralized hub, embedding interactive elements, and providing benefits like simplified content management, enhanced learner experience, increased efficiency, and better insights. Learn more and see how a DSR might help you and your L&D efforts.

Friday Finds — Marketing in L&D, Longhand Learning, ID 4.0

This week we emphasize gratitude and personal growth. From marketing tips for L&D professionals, to the learning benefits of handwriting, and the future of instructional design. And as always tech tools and a podcast recommendation.

Friday Finds — PowerPoint Productivity, Training Trends, Better Questions

This week's newsletter offers insights into training trends for 2024, maximizing multiple-choice quizzes, PowerPoint design productivity, and AI workspace for writing. It also features a podcast on L&D copywriting, upcoming events, and resources for eLearning design.

From Mad Men to Modern L&D: Applying Eugene Schwartz’s Marketing Genius to L&D

The post discusses the application of Eugene Schwartz's marketing principles to Learning and Development (L&D). Schwartz, a renowned figure in advertising, emphasized emotional engagement and vivid language in marketing. L&D professionals can benefit by integrating these principles, creating impactful and memorable learning experiences. The article also provides guidance on writing effective headlines and tools for crafting compelling titles.

Friday Finds — Toxic Learning Styles, Addictive Content, Email Marketing

Sponsored by iSpring Sign up here to get Friday Finds in your inbox every Friday The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one. ― Elbert Hubbard My daughter hates hitting off the new pitching machine when working with her coach. It is faster and more challengingContinue reading "Friday Finds — Toxic Learning Styles, Addictive Content, Email Marketing"