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When it comes to training design, perhaps focusing on what people need to be able to do, not simply what they need to know, can make all the difference. That’s because this leads to activity-centered training rather than traditional information presentations. These concepts are what led Cathy Moore, speaker, training designer, and author of Map It: …
As a leader – or aspiring leader – in the business of lifelong learning, it’s par for the course that you will need to have challenging conversations within your organization and the people that you serve. And related to that, oftentimes the challenge lies in effectively communicating to an audience representing a wide range in …
What do effective leaders have in common? Perhaps it’s their ability to lead from within or to successfully navigate through times of uncertainty and adversity. Sarah Levitt, creator of the Making Magnificent Project™, is an executive coach, keynote speaker, and author, who works with leaders to optimize their talents and strengths and drive exceptional business …
Being an effective lifelong learner often means stepping outside of your comfort zone and taking a few risks. And as providers of learning, it’s important to recognize this so that we can help learners get the most out of each learning experience. Dr. Andy Molinsky is a professor at Brandeis University’s International Business School and …
When it comes to engaging learners and designing truly effective learning experiences, it may not be as complex—or costly—as you may think. Dr. Barbara Oakley, professor, speaker, and author of A Mind for Numbers: How to Excel at Math and Science (Even If You Flunked Algebra), and Mindshift: Break Through Obstacles to Learning and Discover …
Note: We re-aired this insightful interview with Dr. Langer in December 2022. See “Redux: Mindfulness and Learning with Ellen Langer” for the most recent of this conversation, complete with more detailed show notes and a transcript. Also, Dr. Langer returned to the Leading Learning Podcast in September 2023, so be sure to check out that …
When it comes to the design and marketing of educational experiences—particularly those from trade and professional associations—there is an emotional element that is often lacking. But tapping into people’s emotions is perhaps one of the best and most effective ways to convey your brand and your mission. Graeme Newell, an expert in emotional marketing, helps …
As members of our Leading Learning community, it probably goes without saying that we’re all interested in, and recognize the important relationship between, leadership and learning. And this week’s guest on the podcast has spent almost two and half decades working with organizations in both of these areas to help them reach their full potential. …
As learning leaders, it’s important to understand how learning happens. That means having a strong grasp of concepts in instructional design, regardless of whether or not this is part of your daily work. Julie Dirksen, author of Design for How People Learn, is a learning strategy consultant and instructional designer with more than 15 years …
Whether considering strategies in marketing or how to design an effective learning experience, it’s important to have a strong grasp of how to best connect with – and influence – your audience. Dr. Robert Cialdini, best-selling author of Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion and more recently, Pre-suasion: A Revolutionary Way to Influence and Persuade, is …
Imagine the possibilities if we, as learning leaders, could look into a crystal ball to predict the future so we’d know where to invest our time and resources. It may seem impossible, but the reality is, it is entirely feasible for all of us to predict trends – not with a crystal ball, of course …
When it comes to increasing learner engagement, gamification is a tool that, at it’s core, has been around for a very long time. But why all the buzz about it now? And what are the elements of games that impact engagement and learning? Karl Kapp, professor of instructional technology at Bloomsburg University, is a leading …
