The definition of insanity
E-Learning Provocateur
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
Way back in the pre-pandemic era, I proposed a solution to fix our senseless compliance training – or to be more accurate, its management – yet it remains broken.
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Not a cat
E-Learning Provocateur
APRIL 4, 2023
As Edmund scrambles to re-write the tome, Baldrick contributes a definition of “dog”: Not a cat. While his definition is comically inadequate, it’s also unassailably accurate. My favourite episode of Blackadder is the one in which Baldrick burns the manuscript of Dr Samuel Johnson’s dictionary.
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Roses are red
E-Learning Provocateur
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
It seems like overnight the L&D profession has started to struggle with the definition of terms such as “capability”, “competency” and “skill” Some of our peers consider them synonyms – and hence interchangeable – but I do not. Frameworks. Semantics. A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.
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Great and small
E-Learning Provocateur
APRIL 5, 2021
Hence I support the Oxford English Dictionary’s definition of pedagogy as the practice of teaching, regardless of the age of the target audience. Hence I dare to depart from the OED’s definition of andragogy as the practice of teaching adults, in favour of the facilitation of learning.
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Skills of the present
E-Learning Provocateur
MARCH 1, 2021
Like so many other terms in our profession, its definition depends on who you ask. The meaning of the phrase skills of the future is variable. According to my own heuristic, a “skill of the future” is a capability for which demand will grow disproportionately over the next 5 years.
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The definition of Enterprise Social Network
E-Learning Provocateur
AUGUST 26, 2015
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Scaling Up
E-Learning Provocateur
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
In Roses are red , I proposed definitions for oft-used yet ambiguous terms such as “competency” and “capability” Not only did I suggest a competency be considered a task, but also that its measurement be binary: competent or not yet competent.
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Think different
E-Learning Provocateur
DECEMBER 4, 2023
In A slight misnomer I propose an adjustment to the job title “Learning Experience Designer” In The definition of insanity I revise my solution to fixing our senseless compliance training. In The point of preference I temper the discourse about learning styles.
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Semantics, semantics
E-Learning Provocateur
DECEMBER 7, 2020
In Roses are red I propose definitions for oft-used yet ambiguous terms such as “competency” and “capability” In Scaling up I offer a simplified scale of measurement to support proficiency across an organisation. In Academic deflation I spot a trend in higher education.
The $100 Hypothetical
E-Learning Provocateur
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
It is – by definition – an exemplar of the $100 Hypothetical. No confusion over the Dine & Discover voucher scheme, however, whereby residents apply for $100 worth of credit to fund eligible recreation activities. As a populace, we nailed that one. The $100 Hypothetical is best explained by way of contrast.
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Painting by numbers
E-Learning Provocateur
JUNE 2, 2017
My shorthand definition of statistics is the analysis of numerical data. My shorthand definition of analytics is the analysis of data to identify meaningful patterns. My shorthand definition of data science is the combination of statistics, computer programming, and domain expertise to generate insight. Statistics. Data science.
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Similar but different
E-Learning Provocateur
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
And because by definition a skill is practical, what is being assessed must be its practice. In a similar vein, your employment history and other work experience could also lend weight, but occupying the role of Data Analyst for several years doesn’t necessarily mean you were a good one.
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Soft landing
E-Learning Provocateur
APRIL 1, 2024
His question was serendipitous because I had been giving that very question some serious thought, and where I landed was that the successful application of hard skills can be measured definitively. For example, the code you write works as intended, or you arrive at the correct mathematical solution.
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Micro-learning’s unsung sibling
E-Learning Provocateur
APRIL 8, 2019
But I’m not going to deliberate over its definition. Micro-learning is so hot right now. If you’re into that, check out Shannon Tipton’s Microlearning: The Misunderstood Buzzword and 7 Deadly Myths of Microlearning. Nor am I going to try to convince you to jump on board, or abandon ship.
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The paradox of augmented reality
E-Learning Provocateur
MAY 26, 2013
While I’m on my definitions soapbox, I’ll take this opportunity to point the finger at Star Chart. There is no better example of the latter concept than BMW’s Augmented Reality Glasses – which aren’t Explore Engage’s by the way, but are oh so sexy all the same.
Clarifying the extension
E-Learning Provocateur
MAY 9, 2016
Most sources I’ve looked up agree with Av Srivastava’s definition of the term: Extended Enterprise Learning is any training that is provided to learners outside of your organization. I don’t disagree with this definition, but I do wish to provoke deeper thinking by challenging it.
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When is an e-book not a book?
E-Learning Provocateur
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
The definition of a book. Of course, the definition of a book can no longer be limited to sheets of paper bound together. When is an e-book not a book…? To me, a “book” is a collection of written words that together form a story. The text activates the mind and fires the imagination.
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Human enough #edcmooc
E-Learning Provocateur
FEBRUARY 19, 2013
Somehow I prefer Joseph Gliddon’s simpler definition of a human: something that drinks coffee. All this philosophy starts to do my head in after a while, and that’s before getting into Freud’s posthumanism. It’s not as flippant as it sounds, for it is our artificial enhancements that paradoxically make us more human.
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My blogging year in the rear-view mirror
E-Learning Provocateur
DECEMBER 8, 2015
The definition of Enterprise Social Network – An esoteric joke. A framework for content curation – My somewhat controversial attempt to make content curation more effective. 5 papers every learning professional should read – An important academic grounding for L&D folks. Where is L&D heading?
When is an e-book not a book?
E-Learning Provocateur
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
The definition of a book. Of course, the definition of a book can no longer be limited to sheets of paper bound together. When is an e-book not a book…? To me, a “book” is a collection of written words that together form a story. The text activates the mind and fires the imagination.
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The L&D maturity curve
E-Learning Provocateur
MARCH 3, 2019
The assessment first philosophy may appear incongruent where new starters are concerned, who by definition are assumed to be weak in all competencies – after all, they’ve only just walked through the door! – but I counter that assumption on two fronts. Firstly, not all new starters are doe-eyed college grads.
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203 The foundations of innovation in L&D
E-Learning Provocateur
MAY 13, 2018
Traditional ways of learning in the workplace are, by definition, ingrained in the psyche of the vast majority of the workforce. The latter is less obvious because it involves thinking, and I’m not being facetious when I say that thinking is hard.
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Let’s get rid of the instructors!
E-Learning Provocateur
SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
By definition, complex subject matter consists of interconnected parts which may be difficult to make sense of through inquiry, exploration and discovery. By adopting an instructivist approach, the expert can scaffold the learning experience and construct a foundational framework for the subject matter. When the subject matter is complex.
Viva la evolution
E-Learning Provocateur
FEBRUARY 15, 2011
Definitely, why force individuals to go through the same mandatory content year after year when all they may need is a yearly, skills based assessment. If that assessment highlights skills gaps then a more flexible learning programme will make sure individuals learn only what they need not what they don’t.
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E-Learning = Innovation = Science
E-Learning Provocateur
JUNE 10, 2014
My definition of science is “systematic knowledge” If you want to obtain deep, scientific insight, get systematic. Beyond innovation, e-learning is science. Scientists frame failure in much the same way as innovators do.
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Let’s get rid of the instructional designers!
E-Learning Provocateur
AUGUST 12, 2014
Definition. They define the term user design , compare it against other methodologies of user-oriented design, identify obstacles to its successful implementation, and finally make recommendations for the direction of further research.
Learning vs Development
E-Learning Provocateur
JUNE 27, 2011
So it is clear to me now that the role of the L&D professional is two-fold: by definition, it’s to help people learn and develop. When we refine our views of the corporate system and our roles in it, we think more strategically, work more efficiently, and collaborate with one another more effectively. In short, we perform better.
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189 They’re not like us
E-Learning Provocateur
MAY 12, 2014
By definition, the motivation is not intrinsic and so the participants are relieved of their incentive to continue. Whether it be ego, fear, politeness or bald-faced sycophancy driving their behaviour, I put it to you that the retirement of the motivating technique by the L&D pro would result in the cessation of that behaviour.
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255 E-Learning conferences in Australia in 2017
E-Learning Provocateur
JANUARY 9, 2017
If you are after workshops, webinars, or other PD offerings that don’t quite fit the definition of “conference”, may I refer you to the Australian Institute of Training and Development. The following list of conferences is an organic one, so keep an eye on it as the year progresses.
The learnification of education
E-Learning Provocateur
SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
Yet while facilitative teaching is by definition manipulative, I implore that it need not be deemed so in the negative sense. .” Biesta goes on to suggest that that Socrates was a manipulative teacher, and I whole-heartedly agree.
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The leader’s new clothes
E-Learning Provocateur
JULY 14, 2020
From $7 billion to nearly $14 billion. That’s how much the spend on leadership training by American corporations grew over the preceding 15 years, according to Kaiser and Curphy in their 2013 paper Leadership development: The failure of an industry and the opportunity for consulting psychologists.
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The dawn of a new generation
E-Learning Provocateur
JULY 22, 2014
By definition, an LMS is a Learning Management System – so use it to manage learning. I don’t agree with Kit that this content should be put on the LMS. Frankly, no one will go in there – and in my opinion, that’s not what an LMS is for.
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240 A framework for content curation
E-Learning Provocateur
JUNE 17, 2015
By definition, then, the model can only ever be an approximation of reality; by human error, furthermore, it won’t be as approximate as it could be. Nevertheless, if we accept the inherent variability in (and fallibility of) the model, we can achieve a much better outcome by using it than by not.
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Open Learning Network vs Informal Learning Environment
E-Learning Provocateur
SEPTEMBER 21, 2010
This means that applications use a common set of verbs (such as GET and POST) and nouns (standard definitions of ‘student,’ ‘course,’ ‘score,’ etc.) to share data (as XML) via HTML.
Good gear
E-Learning Provocateur
JUNE 13, 2016
While these are impressive, the black spots above and below the photo fall short of the definition of “virtual reality” Again in Paper cuts I expressed my surprise at the absence of multi-directional photo-stitching as per Photosynth, and it appears the boffins at Samsung read my blog.
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Reach for the clouds
E-Learning Provocateur
JUNE 3, 2009
This definition may be particularly relevant to the corporate sector, because it could reflect the typical corporation’s chronological journey into the cloud. Michael defines “cloud computing&# as: …common business applications, platforms or infrastructure that are hosted on the internet (i.e.
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Where is L&D heading?
E-Learning Provocateur
OCTOBER 6, 2015
I think the point of learning in the workplace is to improve performance, so my definition of a “good” L&D professional is one that improves the performance of his or her business. Does Australia need improved quality benchmarking or qualifications for L&D professionals such as instructional designers?
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How to revamp your learning model
E-Learning Provocateur
SEPTEMBER 7, 2010
By definition, an ILE should be unforced, unscored, unthreatening. A revamped learning model. Separating the two environments like this aids in segregating them in the human mind. Why bother? Because learning should be a joy.
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The sum of us
E-Learning Provocateur
JULY 9, 2017
What is the definition of the term “data scientist”…? In my previous post, Painting by numbers , I offered a shorthand definition of data science based on what I could synthesise from the interwebs. It follows, then, that the definition of data scientist is someone who has those skill sets. Fat chance!
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Introducing the Social Intranet Index
E-Learning Provocateur
JULY 8, 2012
While everyone’s definition covers this functionality more or less, what is different is the degree of the functionality. You see, a “social intranet” is simply an intranet with social media elements that allow the users to interact with the content and with each other.
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Introducing the Social Intranet Index
E-Learning Provocateur
JULY 8, 2012
While everyone’s definition covers this functionality more or less, what is different is the degree of the functionality. You see, a “social intranet” is simply an intranet with social media elements that allow the users to interact with the content and with each other.
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