posted a question the the ASAE’s LinkedIn Group and got some very helpful responses, and I’ve likewise been holding some long and detailed e-mail discussions with representatives of some LMS providers. LMS providers have designed various systems to meet our various needs. – LMS providers are quickly adapting what they offer to what we need. First, let me say that I don’t endorse any product or service, but that I will pass along suggestions when something sounds like a good fit. Required Reading. Flower of a Different Color. Webinars? MORE >>

can provide constructive feedback. “What Are the Core Competencies of a Trainer?&# This great question was posted by Ling-Huey on ASTD’s LinkedIn forum, and her question generated dozens and dozens of comments. Here’s a summary: Effective trainers … know the subject matter and can adapt key messages to learners’ levels of understanding while helping learners see the relevancy of the content. involve the learners. exude enthusiasm and passion. accept that it isn’t about them — it’s about the learners. understand how adults learn. MORE >>

If you provide products or services to associations and/or non-profits, please take a few minutes to participate in this brief aLearning survey.  This This short survey asks your opinions on the biggest challenges and greatest opportunities in this unique market sector.  . All responses will remain anonymous; aggregated results will be posted in an upcoming aLearning Blog post. Your candid responses are welcome and will serve to open discussion with association and non-profit learning leaders. Survey will remain open through the end of the month. MORE >>

Here’s the bonus: because the session included professionals at varying levels in the same field, the veterans in the group provided varying examples from their own experiences while those earlier on in their careers made suggestions and asked questions that often opened up new possibilities. There are two types of travellers: those who plan a specific route and stick to it, and those who have a general idea of where they want to end up but leave themselves open to side trips. But you’re also missing out on a lot. No picnicking beside that picturesque river. or lunch. MORE >>

Anything that’s more of a pain to deliver than the benefits it’s providing? It’s one thing to recognize how important it is to just cut your losses and walk away when something isn’t producing the results you expected or the development/integration of a new system is taking more time and more money than you can afford. “We’re so far into it now,&# you say, “that we have to make it work.&#. Or really? Here’s a small example. How is that possible?!? But to get our money’s worth out of it, I go through this messy ritual every few weeks. MORE >>