Kapp Notes

APRIL 24, 2013

Had a great time last night with the wonder folks from the ASTD Mid-NJ chapter, lots of great questions and interactions. Companies Mentioned. Game Development Software ThinkingWorlds (3D Software). Improve Training: Thinking Like a Game Developer. and might have even gotten a few job opportunities!). Enspire Learning.

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Integrated Learnings

MAY 23, 2012

It seems that many of us in the training industry are avid readers, particularly when it comes to reading for professional development. Examples of journals that are especially relevant for those of us in training include Performance Improvement Quarterly , Journal of Workplace Learning , and Human Resource Development Quarterly.

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eLearning Consultant Journal eLearning ISPI 161

Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 17, 2011

But, of course, you actually do need to develop an evaluation for this level. He recommends developing the Level 4 evaluation in a way that top management would find meaningful. You can draw on the “before-and-after” business and human resource metrics that are readily available in any company.

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Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 15, 2011

And every company has agreed to use “Level 1: Reaction,” or?as Some companies will use “Level 2: Learning” to measure whether the learners have mastered the training course content. What is measured doesn’t seem to be what companies are interested in. as it has come to be known—the “Smile Sheet.”

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Integrated Learnings

MARCH 14, 2012

One dusty cover that caught my eye was the January 2004 issue of Training + Development Magazine from ASTD, with this headline: 8 Trends You Need to Know NOW. The article emphasizes the need for us to develop business acumen and follow business trends, so that we can ensure learning strategy aligns with organizational strategy.

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Kapp Notes

MAY 14, 2013

Here are the slides: Companies Mentioned. Game Development Software ThinkingWorlds (3D Software). Improve Training: Thinking Like a Game Developer. Fall 2011 Training Industry Quarterly Article: Improving Training: Thinking Like a Game Developer. Here are the resources from my presentation. Enspire Learning. Zombies Run.

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Upside Learning

AUGUST 6, 2010

Bryan Chapman at the Chapman Alliance has set out to collect the latest data on how long it takes to develop custom e-learning at various levels. Not sure why it takes less time then creating ILT, but that’s what we discovered when surveying 200 companies about this practice. Read his post here and participate in the survey here.

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Custom eLearning Development eLearning Developer ILT Custom 212

OpenSesame

MAY 12, 2014

This past week I had the privilege of attending my first ASTD (American Society for Training & Development) conference in Washington D.C. It was fantastic connecting with colleagues, partners and clients in our nation’s capital, as well as getting a chance to learn more about current trends and developments within the industry.

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Unboxed

DECEMBER 16, 2019

If harnessed properly, online learning can streamline and support employee training and management development. Mark Van Buren, director of research for ASTD, tells HR Magazine : “ It is clear that a firm’s commitment to workplace learning is directly linked to its bottom line. ” Sharing Company-Wide Information.

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Blended Learning Benefits Brandon Hall Corporate eLearning 52

Kapp Notes

MARCH 22, 2013

Had a great time last night with the wonder folks from the ASTD DC Metro chapter, a full house with lots of great questions and interactions. Companies Mentioned. Game Development Software ThinkingWorlds (3D Software). Improve Training: Thinking Like a Game Developer. Gamification of Learning from Karl Kapp. Zombies Run.

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ASTD Simulations Authoring Tools Comparison 119

Learning Visions

JANUARY 28, 2010

This are my liveblogged notes from Thursday, January 28 Keynote at ASTD TechKnowledge 2010 in Las Vegas, NV. Cartels and Cutthroats – an economic simulation game – at their company retreat they had a tournament. Tags: gam astd gaming. People Lie… …but their actions don’t. This is the most important trend in video game design.

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OpenSesame

AUGUST 21, 2014

Companies are being forced to evolve quickly to adapt to these changes, shifting business practices to accommodate the increased demand for access to real time information. To help businesses meet these new demands, the ASTD-Cascadia chapter has themed this year’s annual conference “Join the Revolution: Change the Face of Learning!”

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OpenSesame

MAY 12, 2014

This past week I had the privilege of attending my first ASTD (American Society for Training & Development) conference in Washington D.C. It was fantastic connecting with colleagues, partners and clients in our nation’s capital, as well as getting a chance to learn more about current trends and developments within the industry.

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Mindflash

MAY 16, 2012

When I registered for the ASTD International Conference & Expo 2012 over a month ago, I planned to write a recap post for two reasons: First, it’s a chance to share what I learned so people who couldn’t attend might learn something from my experience. Image via ASTD’s Facebook photo album.

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Kapp Notes

DECEMBER 26, 2008

The ASTD Big question this month is What did you learn about learning in 2008? Those are a few of the lessons I've learning and I am sure there are so many more as I learning through blogging, writing articles, speaking with others, reading and being part of the overall learning and development community.

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Challenge to Learn

MAY 7, 2014

Here is my recap of the Washington ASTD ICE 2014 conference. I’m always looking for trends and found four major ones: Big-Data, Speed of Change, Leadership Development and Retention. the speed of change is becoming faster and faster and companies are struggling to keep up. Leadership development. What is in a name?

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Tony Karrer

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

Last week at ASTD TechKnowledge , I did a keynote on Work Literacy and eLearning 2.0, Are there any companies have done a good job in implementing the tools you described? I spend a lot of time developing SharePoint options for a department, but colleagues are more likely to spend their 2.0 I develop training for a call center.

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Social Networks ASTD Wiki eLearning 2.0 102

Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Corporate training is a huge industry in this country, and in many ways corporations are embracing employee development like never before. According to the most recent numbers from the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD), American companies spent over $150 billion on training in 2011 alone.

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OpenSesame

JANUARY 18, 2013

Here are OpenSesame’s top three takeaways from ASTD’s survey overview: 1. Large companies are spending less per employee for training than medium and small companies. Global 500 companies focus on sales training ahead of executive development and basic skills. Have you read the 2012 State of the Industry Report?

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ASTD Report Social Networks Industry 52

The Performance Improvement Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2013

I was asked during my recent ASTD Webcast whether there’s data to show that managers, who are more involved in training and learning, ultimately receive more rewards and recognition than those who aren''t. One of these companies is Zingerman’s Community of Businesses. Store-level managers have control of employee learning.

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Webcast Management Compliance Training ASTD 199

Kapp Notes

JUNE 23, 2010

First, Brian Miller who blogs at eLearning Rebel and has his own company called Learning Min d wrote an article for Learning Solutions Magazine called Overcoming Obstacles To Avoid “Shovelware” E-Learning Strategies The article requires you to Subscribe or log in to read the full article.

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Web Courseworks

JULY 16, 2014

It is hosted by the Chicago chapters of the ASTD, ISPI, and STC, and at the Showcase speakers will explore cutting-edge advancements in instructional design, development tools, mobile learning, virtual classrooms, and other areas of the industry that continue to evolve in the digital world. appeared first on Web Courseworks.

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The Performance Improvement Blog

MARCH 17, 2014

According to the 2013 State of the Industry report from ASTD , instructor-led programs continue to be the primary method for training and developing employees. The researchers estimate that 70% of training in companies is instructor-led. The content of these programs runs the gamut from basic skills to executive development. .

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Knowledge Guru

APRIL 28, 2014

You’re ready to create learning that breaks the mold, but you’re not so sure the development tools out there are capable of meeting your needs. We’ve made it easier than ever before to develop serious games that will delight all the right people. You can now upload your company logo. See What Spring has Sprung at ASTD ICE.

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OpenSesame

AUGUST 21, 2014

Companies are being forced to evolve quickly to adapt to these changes, shifting business practices to accommodate the increased demand for access to real time information. To help businesses meet these new demands, the ASTD-Cascadia chapter has themed this year’s annual conference “Join the Revolution: Change the Face of Learning!”

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Challenge to Learn

MAY 23, 2013

So my first ICE ASTD conference is finished. All these developments are still here, but none of them was really leading at ICE. Just over 30% of the companies are implementing mobile, the rest is too afraid for security risks. Just over 30% of the companies are implementing mobile, the rest is too afraid for security risks.

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Conference Flash to HTML5 Conversion Easygenerator ASTD 192

CLO Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2012

The ASTD Forum offers a collaborative environment for senior learning professionals and their organizations to explore the challenges and opportunities faced by the industry. The advisory group consists of 10 members who serve as advisers, advocates, mentors, leaders for the forum and its members, and as partners with ASTD.

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Mindflash

JUNE 19, 2012

Although their primary impact on a company is by training employees to master high-impact skills that help improve business performance, they can also add value (and profit) in other ways, too. Company educators have an unique knowledge of employees’ skills, aptitudes, and educational development.

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LearnDash

OCTOBER 17, 2013

Every company makes the majority of their decisions based on how it will impact their bottom line. Elearning is a great way to positively impact the bottom line of the company, and there are many options available when it comes to formal training. For example: Personal development. Protential Human Capital Development.

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ROI Corporate eLearning Saba Training 196

E-learning Uncovered

JANUARY 8, 2014

We are so very excited to welcome two new team members, Tanya Seidel (our new VP of Strategic Development) and Tim Slade (our new Authoring Tools Trainer). Diane will be attending ASTD TechKnowledge in Las Vegas from January 22 – January 24. The post Company News: Happy 2014! We Are Growing. Tanya Seidel. Happy New Year.

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Learningtogo

JUNE 23, 2017

She has appeared as an expert-guest on the topic of workforce development and millennial career-development for syndicated talk-radio shows including America’s Workforce Radio and Inc. Radio and is often quoted in news media like the Huffington Post, Fast Company, BBC, and numerous industry and trade journals.

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Learningtogo

JUNE 23, 2017

She has appeared as an expert-guest on the topic of workforce development and millennial career-development for syndicated talk-radio shows including America’s Workforce Radio and Inc. Radio and is often quoted in news media like the Huffington Post, Fast Company, BBC, and numerous industry and trade journals.

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Kapp Notes

APRIL 30, 2012

TODAY”S BLOG STOP: April 30: Enid Crystal New York ASTD Chapter Blog. Next Karl Grieb of the ASTD Philadelphia eLearning SIG provides a description of the content of the book. He describes the break down of the elements of games and points out the section describing ADDIE versus Scrum as a development process.

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Mindflash

MARCH 14, 2012

When I started at my position as chief performance officer at an e-marketing agency nine months ago, the company’s products and services were good. So we went back and formally defined what attributes we wanted to see in each role within the company — so we could properly source, interview, and hire the right people.

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The Performance Improvement Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2014

In the online course that I teach for ASTD on Developing an Organizational Learning Culture , one of the questions I hear most often is, “How can I change the culture in my company when there is little support from management and our unions resist any change that might affect the work rules?” This question has no easy answer.

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Mindflash

AUGUST 24, 2011

Today’s best employees, not the average ones, are those who look at the quality of the workplace and its commitment to educate, advance and develop employees before they accept a job. They are selective because they realize they have a great deal to offer and want to bring an organization that will both appreciate it and develop it.

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Kapp Notes

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

People learn faster and develop more positive attitudes when learning is interactive [4].” In The 2000/2001 ASTD Distance Learning Yearbook. Alexandria VA: ASTD. [2] Michael Allen’s guide to e-learning: Building interactive, fun, and effective learning programs for any company. References. [1] 1] Moore, M. Karen Mantyla.

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