Connect Thinking

APRIL 27, 2020

Has COVID-19 disrupted your classroom training schedule? Now is the time to seize momentum, pivot your training model and future-proof your organisation. It may seem daunting moving to online, but there is always a ‘sweet spot’ where risk and reward is acceptable. It is about knowing how to test an idea, how to phase a […].

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Connect Thinking

JANUARY 11, 2013

No longer can most organisations afford staff to attend 3 day classroom training programs. Before the classroom: Webinar pre-brief, foundation content delivered via video, pre-work completed in the workplace with manager as coach. Classroom: Reduced from 3 days to 1 day. Build efficiencies in staff development.

Blended Learning 119

Blended Learning Social Networks Streaming Performance Support 119

Connect Thinking

MARCH 1, 2013

Many end users have an established mental model of what learning is and where it occurs – in a classroom, with a trainer. There is a certain reward for having a day off to attend classroom-based learning. We’ll look at this topic from four parameters: 1. Managing expectations.

Change 142

Change Management Association Learning Management System Wiki 142

Connect Thinking

FEBRUARY 2, 2013

Change management tips: Work towards striking a balance between ‘systematised learning’ and the ‘high touch’ of classroom learning and coaching. The overall desire of e-learning should be to enhance the learner’s experience and outcomes – not simply to substitute the classroom experience.

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Change Management Association Learning Management System LMS 168

Connect Thinking

MARCH 31, 2012

If the organisation is still classroom-centric, then we need to think about whether the project is an opportunity to offer staff new delivery options. See my blog post How to Design and Facilitate a Virtual Classroom for more information. Facilitated webinar is better for this.

Strategy 149

Strategy Video Virtual Classroom Courseware 149

Connect Thinking

APRIL 6, 2012

This is why I so favour facilitated virtual classroom (webinar) for learning, sharing and collaboration. I am personally very concerned about the ‘one size fits all’ approach of typical e-learning courseware for training staff on soft skills – skills that are associated with ambiguity and bias.

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Virtual Classroom Courseware Social Media Simulations 166

Connect Thinking

FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Remember, the aim of the strategy is to enhance learning opportunities and experiences and not to simply replace the classroom. Be sure to use your management group to provide feedback on implementation. Ask managers to provide stories of success and ideas for improvement. Involving managers is a pivotal strategy for managing change.

Management 150

Management Change FAQ Learning Strategy 150