InSync Training

AUGUST 11, 2021

Registration is now open for InSync Training’s world-class certification programs and workshops in virtual classroom design, facilitation, and production.

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InSync Training

AUGUST 2, 2022

In my first class of new hires I discovered a unique energy comprised of excitement, anxiety, optimism and skepticism. This interview has been edited for clarity. Nearly 20 years ago I eagerly took my first job in the training department of the organization I had been working for.

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InSync Training

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Imagine you are about to teach a class on conducting effective performance reviews to new hire supervisors. You’ve taught this class at least a dozen times before with great results. Size DOES matter. In the virtual classroom, how many is too many?

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

My reasoning was, the virtual classroom facilitator lost the ability to take the pulse of the class using body language and eye contact, so the producer added a second set of hands that help manage learner engagement and increase the quality of virtual lessons.

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InSync Training

APRIL 9, 2014

Most classes didn’t need to skip a beat – it was a sunny day and electricity is not required for the instruction of algebra. But what to do in “Computer Class”? Electricity has been a requirement in computer classes practically since the abacus went out of fashion. Blended learning BYOD EdTech'

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InSync Training

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

For example: Do you believe that a two-day project management program can be delivered as a four-hour virtual training class? This seems to be the perception as the use of various learning technologies becomes commonplace in training departments. But, is it really true? Me neither.

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InSync Training

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Often, our only feedback comes from “smile sheets,” the surveys at the end of class to see what people thought of the program. Since virtual classroom skillsets are not as off-the-shelf as face-to-face training skills, we often wonder just how well we are doing at this virtual facilitation gig.

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InSync Training

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

I’ve never been fond of recording all virtual classes and making them available on demand. When should we record live virtual classroom sessions, and how can we design quality, engaging recordings for on-demand audiences? I’ve always felt that devalues live virtual instruction.

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InSync Training

APRIL 15, 2014

For example: Do you believe that a two-day project management program can be delivered as a four-hour virtual training class? This seems to be the perception as the use of various learning technologies becomes commonplace in training departments. But, is it really true? Me neither.

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InSync Training

APRIL 27, 2017

In the traditional model of education and training, students learn from professors by physically attending classes at specified times. Guest blogger Jenny Holt explores how training courses provide a potential solution.

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InSync Training

AUGUST 31, 2022

For more on IACET/InSync Classes, click here. When virtual training teams have a platinum set of standards by which to measure, they know they are doing well, where they may need more training, and where they can go for additional training. Hybrid Virtual Training. October 6, 10am – 3pm ET.

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InSync Training

OCTOBER 8, 2014

Managing class dynamics, communication issues, and cultural differences is an advanced facilitation skill, supported by informed design. Reading the body language in the multicultural bandwidth becomes critical to learning success. Virtual Classroom Learn Anywhere'

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InSync Training

APRIL 30, 2014

Getting more work than you bargained for or taking a class that isn''t appropriate isn''t only demotivating, it can be downright aggravating. This is the second post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. The first post introduces the series.

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InSync Training

APRIL 1, 2014

Within the virtual classroom, the feature of synchronized web browsing (or just ''web browsing'') allows the facilitator or participants to bring the class to an Internet site or corporate intranet. It''s easy to create engagement using this versatile tool. This allows facilitators to browse the web while the participants follow them.

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InSync Training

MARCH 14, 2014

Keeping them continuously engaged is like trying to teach a class right after lunch. If you’re an experienced virtual trainer, you know the frustrations of having participants distributed across the country or world.

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InSync Training

APRIL 8, 2014

Everyone has their own style, opinions, and perspective, and I do my best to respect them when in their classes. Facilitation Virtual Classroom - Facilitation Engagement'

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InSync Training

MARCH 29, 2016

It’s a blended program, with two four-day onsites, 16 virtual WebEx classes, collaborative group work, and online discussions. I am very excited! I was just accepted into a fabulous professional development program, as a learner. Sounds like a great blended learning experience!

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

Keep reading to the end to review our 4-Step Disaster Recovery Process and learn how to maintain credibility when virtual classes and webinars start to experience problems. This is a real-life webinar disaster that happened to ME this week. Facilitation Producer'

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InSync Training

MARCH 24, 2014

Yes, just like in a "REAL" class.) Breakout Rooms. If you are looking to find ways to move your events from a webinar format to true training, consider designing small group activities. Breakout rooms allow groups of two or more participants to meet and collaborate during a larger live online session.

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InSync Training

JUNE 22, 2015

If you would like your virtual classes to meet, or even exceed, the quality you expect from traditional deliveries, you need to strategically think about how to prepare your team to be successful in the virtual classroom.

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InSync Training

JULY 30, 2019

After work every weekday and on Saturdays, I commute 40 miles to class. I’m in the middle of my second (and last!) summer of my MBA candidacy. There I learn about finance, accounting, and leadership – all topics critical to my future career success.

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

is what keeps people in class, and I responded with a post that proposed learner motivation gets learners to class in the first place. This month we’ve focused on the relationship between engagement and motivation. Chip Dye discussed how engagement ?is This month I’ve read articles, listened to podcasts, and filled up my Kindle.

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