InSync Training

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Our research identified that learner engagement turns on three factors: An emotional response to the training—How does the learner “feel” about the content and its presentation/treatment? An intellectual response to the training—Does the instructional experience require and involve the learner’s intellect?

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InSync Training

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Instructional Designers and Virtual Classroom Facilitators: Do You Know How To Engage Online? In today's digital age, the landscape of learning and development has shifted dramatically. Virtual and hybrid learning environments have become the norm rather than the exception.

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

As part of our 20 Modern Learning Lessons Learned in 20 Years series , Chip highlights the purpose and value of his research into learner engagement. Anecdotally, it is easy to “see” when someone is not engaged, but much more difficult to articulate what is meant by “learner engagement.”

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InSync Training

AUGUST 9, 2022

Learners engage emotionally, environmentally, and intellectually - Here are 3 steps help you help them! A few weeks ago, I logged in to a virtual instructor-led class and soon felt like taking a little nap. I even muted myself so other participants wouldn’t hear an accidental zzzzzzzzz. Don’t get me wrong. I was interested in the content.

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

And even if the virtual classroom platform works without a hitch, we often wonder, “did learners get anything from that experience?”. The very technology that allows for creating connections across great distances, intimidates seasoned pros.

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InSync Training

JUNE 11, 2018

When designing and delivering content, we need to balance five elements of the learner experience: technology, design, people, place, and time. In order to achieve this balance, we need to focus on the learner experience.

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InSync Training

OCTOBER 19, 2017

I would argue that technologies come and go, and it is the learners who are driving the need for modernization of the learning function. Some would argue that technology is driving the need to redefine learning, and it's time to throw out the old ways of doing things.

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InSync Training

JANUARY 16, 2023

But taking your competencies from good to "great" involves an advanced approach to learner engagement, platform management, and content delivery. The answers lies in the quantity and quality of your engagement techniques, and by applying soft-calls, springboarding, and 'connecting the dots' to communicated with your learners.

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InSync Training

JUNE 2, 2014

Where would virtual training be without virtual learners? Virtual Classroom Facilitation Virtual Learners' Clearly, we need to set them up for success. Although participants have a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and technical experience, all must learn to navigate the virtual learning environment. But how do you prepare them?

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InSync Training

APRIL 23, 2014

This is the first post in a series of six which will examine how to design effective learning environments for virtual learners. Blended learning Virtual Learners' We all know that the use of virtual classrooms, e-learning, and blended learning has gone beyond a trend to become an accepted and permanent part of the learning mix.

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InSync Training

MARCH 7, 2017

When designing learning for virtual classrooms or a blended learning program, one of your primary missions is to capture and maintain the attention of your learners. This can be challenging in a space that is still new to many learners.

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InSync Training

JANUARY 3, 2019

How do we engage the modern learner ? Each aspect of the modern learning experience deserve consideration, if we want to get modern learners excited about the prospect of professional development. This loaded question generates answers ranging from design, delivery, implementation, learning environment consideration.

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InSync Training

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

And in the process of reviewing the inquiries my team frequently receives when working with modern learners , new clients, and in established programs, I realized that much confusion remains around this learning environment. A few weeks ago, I responded to a number of fundamental questions about virtual learning.

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InSync Training

MAY 20, 2014

This is the third post in a series of six which examines how to enable virtual learners. A key to enabling virtual learners is to design opportunities for learners to interact and collaborate. Design collaboration Virtual Learners' The first post introduces the series.

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InSync Training

JULY 9, 2019

What techniques can facilitators use to engage learners when we can’t see them face-to-face? But one question often gets overlooked: How can the instructional team advocate for virtual learners? How do we best leverage virtual classroom tools like chat , breakout rooms , and synchronized web browsing ?

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Motivation is an entirely different animal than engagement, and as learning professionals, it's our responsibility to "set the stage" such that learners show up ready to engage.

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InSync Training

JANUARY 2, 2018

In other blog posts published previously, we’ve discussed the modern learner – who they are, and how we can best serve them. We know that as modern learners , we take responsibility for much of our learning by creating our own learning pathways , exploring content, and interacting with other learners.

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InSync Training

MARCH 6, 2017

It might be too expensive to integrate real interactivity into a blended learning program , or to develop good case studies, or to provide individualized and specific feedback for each learner. It turns out, however, you often have a highly intelligent, adaptive resource at your disposal – your own modern learners.

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InSync Training

MAY 16, 2014

This is the eleventh post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. Motivation Category 10: Design for Virtual Learner Success. Do your best to create effective virtual learning environments, strong support systems, and well-designed programs and watch your virtual learners thrive!

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InSync Training

DECEMBER 10, 2019

You’ve probably heard by now that, for the first time in history, our organizations include five generations of employees. For those of us in learning & development, that means our training programs must address the skills gaps, professional development needs, and future goals of divergently different groups of people.

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InSync Training

AUGUST 2, 2023

Mastering Hybrid Learning This post is reprinted from the July 2023 Issue of HR.com Employee Learning & Development Excellence. We all know that the learning environment has vastly changed as a result of the pandemic. Hybrid learning, combining virtual with face-to-face instruction, is becoming common.

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InSync Training

OCTOBER 10, 2017

In the live online learning environment , instructional teams often struggle to truly connect with learners. We don't have the benefit of greeting our online learners with a smile as they enter our virtual space. Our words are often the only part of us that our learners experience.

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InSync Training

MAY 14, 2014

This is the ninth post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. Virtual Classroom Management Engagement Virtual Learners Motivation' The first post introduces the series. Motivation Category 8: Provide Rewards and Recognition for Virtual Learning Participation and Success.

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InSync Training

MARCH 28, 2014

This survey is part of an effort to begin defining “learner engagement” in the context of learning environment and develop a scale with which to measure it. The survey will ask you to recall memories and impressions of the instructor/facilitator, the content, and your classmates.

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InSync Training

MAY 8, 2014

This is the fifth post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. Blended learning Engagement Virtual Learners Motivation' The first post introduces the series. Motivation Category 4: Assess Learning. When they know they will be tested, participants are motivated to learn.

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InSync Training

MAY 22, 2014

This is the fifth post in a series of six which examines how to enable virtual learners. A seemingly obvious way to enable virtual learners is to provide useable and accessible technology. More importantly, facilitators must orient learners to the new environment. EdTech Virtual Learners'

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InSync Training

AUGUST 26, 2014

Using today''s virtual classroom technology, it is easy to set up the online meeting and communicate the session details to your group of learners - but then they get reminder after reminder and often end up getting confused. These certificate programs are usually held once a week, two hours per session, for up to seven weeks.

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InSync Training

MAY 21, 2014

This is the fourth post in a series of six which examines how to enable virtual learners. In a previous post, I discussed that blended learning is not a passing fad , and implementing blended learning is key to enabling virtual learners. Blended learning Design Virtual Learners' The first post introduces the series.

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InSync Training

APRIL 29, 2014

This is the first post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. Virtual Classroom - Instructional Design Virtual Classroom Design Engagement Virtual Classroom - Best Practices Virtual Learners' We all understand how to learn in a traditional classroom environment.

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InSync Training

MAY 9, 2014

This is the sixth post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. Virtual Classroom Management Engagement Virtual Learners Motivation' The first post introduces the series.

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InSync Training

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Have you ever been sent to training that just didn’t ring true?

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InSync Training

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

But how do we actually keep learners engaged and invested after live online training ends? We no longer live in the days of siloed training – every resource, activity, and session should connect to a larger learning experience that aims to generate true skill building. Sure, this sounds great in theory.

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InSync Training

MAY 2, 2014

This is the fourth post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. Email and other communications are great, cheap, and easy ways to encourage your virtual learners. Blended learning Virtual Classroom Engagement Virtual Learners Motivation' The first post introduces the series.

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InSync Training

APRIL 30, 2014

This is the second post in a series of eleven which will examine how to motivate the virtual learner. Virtual Classroom Virtual Classroom - Best Practices Virtual Learners' The first post introduces the series. Motivation Category 1: Publish Requirements and Set Expectations Ahead of Time.

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 13, 2017

With today’s technology , we have options to engage every learner audience, in every possible environment. If your learners and leaders are used to traditional training in a classroom, implementing virtual classrooms and e-learning will require a transition. And this is all thanks to learning technology.

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InSync Training

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Learners have the opportunity to engage with resources in all their moments of learning need , and instructional designers have the ability to address each learning objective authentically. How do we expect learners to navigate the experience thoughtfully and completely? Comprehensive programs quickly become complex.

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InSync Training

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

As learners become accustomed this, they naturally expect live virtual learning can occur the same way. When we are talking about mobile learning, mLearning, or BYOD , what usually comes to mind is self-paced eLearning. Just in time content makes sense on mobile devices like tablets and smart phones. Mobile Virtual Classroom'

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