Category Archives: Friday5

Friday Finds — Desirable Difficulties, Windows of Learning, Learning Cues

NEWSLETTER ALERT!

This week’s dive into the fascinating world of learning, design, and technology:

Desirable Difficulties: Discover how challenging yourself can lead to deeper understanding and long-lasting learning.

The Power of Cues: Learn how strategic cues in educational videos can enhance learning and retention.

Reopening Critical Periods: Explore the possibility of unlocking new learning abilities later in life.

And that’s not all!

We’ve also got fresh tools to supercharge your learning journey and the podcast of the week to inspire your mind.

Friday Finds — Custom GPT for Instructional Design, Good Enough Prompting, AI video for Learning

New Newsletter Alert!

Learn how AI is transforming L&D, connect with peers in our new LinkedIn group, and discover resources on AI tools and custom GPTs.

Friday Finds — Starting on Bluesky, Cognitive Load & PowerPoint, State of Instructional Design

In this week’s newsletter, we explore the decentralized social platform Bluesky, discussing its potential to restore the qualities we value in online communities. We also delve into the impact of AI on instructional design, highlighting the importance of simple, effective presentations and practical learning experiences. Check it out!

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 — 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!

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.

Friday Finds — Pain Map of Learning, Post-AI ID, Neuroscience of Presentations

This week’s newsletter has insights into learning strategies, AI’s impact on instructional design, and persuasive presentations. It also features tech tools the podcast of the week and upcoming events.