If you work in Learning & Development, you owe it to yourself to check out “The Show”. Cath Ellis and Kim Tuohy have created a totally brilliant learning design competition that is currently running as part of the lead up to The Learning Conference 2020. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bRkCXORU1E&feature=youtu.be It is like “March Madness” but for learning pros.ContinueContinue reading “The Show: Learning Design Competition”
Category Archives: Instructional Design
SPACED LEARNING: AN INTRODUCTION & SOME TOOLS TO HELP YOU GET STARTED
The spacing effect is one of the oldest and best-documented phenomena in the history of learning and memory research. Research has repeatedly shown that using these techniques can increase the retention of new knowledge and skills. By basing your own learning designs off of these principles you can increase what your audience will remember. TheContinueContinue reading “SPACED LEARNING: AN INTRODUCTION & SOME TOOLS TO HELP YOU GET STARTED”
Two Simple Tools for Creating More Impactful Content
Contrary to what many people think, our brains do not work like video recorders. Just because you say something doesn’t mean people will remember it – not even close! To create a memorable experience you’ve got to know how memory works.
A Look Back At The Years Best From Learning Science And Instructional Design
Every Friday I post a weekly recap of the best articles, posts, and resources I find from the intersection of learning, design, and technology. I like to keep tabs on things related to workplace learning, technology, social tools that generally help people power up their learning so that they can work smarter. Here is aContinueContinue reading “A Look Back At The Years Best From Learning Science And Instructional Design”
Friday Finds: The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | January 11, 2019
“To practice any art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. So do it.” —Kurt Vonnegut (Via Harold Jarche) Our nice run of relative warmth and sunshine has given way to a more normal winter scene of cold and snow. That hasn’t stopped the flow of great stuffContinueContinue reading “Friday Finds: The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | January 11, 2019”
Friday Finds: The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | December 7, 2018
“Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible.” ― Frank Zappa We’re entering the time of year when many of us take a pause to reflect on the past year. Today I’m grateful for all the cool projects I’ve worked on this year, amazing people I’ve met at conferences and other events, and allContinueContinue reading “Friday Finds: The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | December 7, 2018”
Fresh Finds: The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | October 5, 2018
Looking for a previous edition? Check out the archives “No one will every say that you’re sharing too much value, you’re providing too much help, or that you care too much.” – Brian Fanzo @iSocialFanz Today I am in Cincinnati for the Greater Cincinnati ATD chapter’s annual conference! Pete Brown (@PeteBrownSays) are going to shareContinueContinue reading “Fresh Finds: The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | October 5, 2018”
Instead of Microlearning, it Should Be Micro-doing
Move Over Microlearning: Make Room for Micro-doing Unless you’ve been off vacationing on Mars, you’ve no doubt heard a lot of buzz about microlearning lately. While I’m not sure what has made it so hot lately, it is definitely not a new idea. One common challenge is the lack of a clear definition. Lots ofContinueContinue reading “Instead of Microlearning, it Should Be Micro-doing”
The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | July 27, 2018
Looking for a previous edition? Check out the archives “To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson I hope your brain is ready for this week’s roundup? No matter what, I think you’ll find some great brain and learning-related knowledgeContinueContinue reading “The Best of Learning, Design & Technology | July 27, 2018”
Friday Finds | June 29, 2018
Looking for a previous edition? Check out the archives Travel makes one modest, you see what a tiny place you occupy in the world. — Gustave Flaubert Travelling is one of my very favorite things and I’m grateful for every opportunity I get to experience new places and make new friends. I’m super excited aboutContinueContinue reading “Friday Finds | June 29, 2018”
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