Learning Visions

MAY 20, 2013

These are my live blogged notes from the opening session at the ASTD International Conference & Expo (ICE) -- happening this week in Dallas, TX. Tony is the President and CEO of ASTD. 5 Tips from ASTD on mobile: Think mobile – always think how to use it to augment learning. Going Mobile from ASTD.'

Sexual Harassment Training 191

Sexual Harassment Training Open Harassment Training ASTD 191

Learning Visions

JULY 13, 2009

Monday, July 13, 2009 Kineo Product Knowledge E-Learning Webinar Kineo will be holding a free webinar on creating effective product knowledge e-learning on July 16th, 2009. Product knowledge training creates major challenge for organizations, including: Keeping content up to date: products change rapidly.

Knowledge 100

Knowledge Productivity Product Case Study 100

Mindflash

SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

Two questions any eLearning designer should ask when designing a course are, “How will I know if this eLearning course is effective and how will I define effective?” A surgeon wants to know whether a procedure is effective. An eLearning designer wants to know whether a training course is effective. .

Effectiveness 100

Effectiveness eLearning Phillips Instructional Design 100

Web Courseworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Gamification Strategies for Instructional Designers and Trainers skills seminar I led at the recent ASTD Chicagoland Chapter meeting at the DePaul University School for New Learning on September 18 th. Build Community - An effective game tackles a real problem within an industry and offers a real solution.

Gamification 239

Gamification Simulations Blended Learning Association LMS 239

Challenge to Learn

MAY 7, 2014

Here is my recap of the Washington ASTD ICE 2014 conference. Two ways off doing that faster and more effective are: Leadership development and better retention. I heard somewhere that improving training can lead to 4% improvement of production, improving your middle management can lead up to 20% increase! Leadership development.

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Conference Trends ASTD Instructional Design 167

Making Change

SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

They could more effectively apply what they’ve learned to their jobs and to new situations. In Scenario-Based Elearning , Ruth Clark and Richard Mayer point out this study on “productive failure,” which led me to several others. Productive failure in mathematical problem solving.

Cognitive 274

Cognitive ASTD Asynchronous Instructional 274

OpenSesame

JANUARY 19, 2012

Each year the American Society for Training & Development (ASTD) surveys learning and development professionals and compiles their findings into the State of the Industry Report. At the same time, ASTD found that the number of learning hours used per employee remained stable at 32 a year. More flashy technology tools?

ASTD 40

ASTD Report Industry Develop 40

CommLab India

AUGUST 25, 2016

The process of learning has proved to be effective only when the content evokes emotions, and has a story, scenarios, characters, and high quality audio visuals. Being a trainer, how can you create a more meaningful and effective learning experience? Let’s now see the reasons why movie-based learning is effective.

Movie 44

Movie Effectiveness Cognitive Audio 44

Upside Learning

OCTOBER 3, 2011

Within a span of 7 months, since its launch, Upside2Go has won appreciation from some of the biggest corporates for its innovativeness and effectiveness, specifically in addressing needs of the mobile workforce. It has also been recognized as ‘Best New Product Debut’ at ASTD TechKnowledge 2011 by an independent ex-Brandon Hall consultant.

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Brandon Hall iPhone TechKnowledge ASTD 211

Rapid eLearning

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

How we view effective elearning is somewhat subjective. If it’s not, then how can it be effective? Following are some keys to effective elearning. I worked on a project once where it was taking too long for new hires to get up-to-speed in a production environment. January 25-27: Las Vegas (ASTD TechKnowledge 2012).

Effectiveness 81

Effectiveness ASTD Case Study Wiki 81

Kapp Notes

JULY 28, 2011

As Tony Bingham, president and CEO of ASTD states, “Today, we actively pursue content based on search terms and our preferences [while in the future]…content will find you – rather than actively seeking it, your activities and interests will determine what finds you, be delivered how you want it, and to your preferred channel.

Industry 183

Industry Social Networks ASTD eLearning 183

Mindflash

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

The company had once had a great reputation and solid products, but by the time I got there, it badly needed a boost. We found that customer service skills, product understanding, and mastery of the company’s computer systems were the most conspicuous skill shortages. Employee performance was way down. Spending on tools was limited.

Productivity 92

Productivity Product Customer Service Training 92

Web Courseworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2014

Gamification Strategies for Instructional Designers and Trainers skills seminar I led at the recent ASTD Chicagoland Chapter meeting at the DePaul University School for New Learning on September 18 th. Build Community - An effective game tackles a real problem within an industry and offers a real solution.

Gamification 138

Gamification Simulations Blended Learning Association LMS 138

LearnDash

OCTOBER 17, 2013

American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) and Saba. Effects of Leadership Training on Manufacturing Productivity. Sources: h41156.www4.hp.com/education/upload/gr/el/ROI%20-%20WhitePaper.pdf. hp.com/education/upload/gr/el/ROI%20-%20WhitePaper.pdf. University of North Texas and Wayland Baptist University.

ROI 197

ROI Corporate eLearning Saba Training 197

Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 3, 2011

These are my live blogged notes from Thursday’s keynote at ASTD TK11 with Karen Wickre (Global Communications Team) and Ann Farmer from Google. 100 Twitter accts, 20 FB pages…this is all for Google corporate info (how tos product news, etc.) No dedicates editors – no long approval chains. Writing by individuals not execs.

FAQ 200

FAQ Write Blog ASTD Social Media 200

Upside Learning

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

This post specifically talks about how a Mobile Learning Platform can be used as an effective Performance Support System. A ‘Performance Support System’ or PSS refers to any system that improves worker productivity by providing on-the-job access to integrated information, advice and learning experiences.

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Performance Support Mobile Learning Mobile Support 252

Performance Learning Productivity

MAY 1, 2014

ASTD data suggests US companies spent $164billion on employee learning and development in 2012 saying that ‘ despite a continuously changing economic environment, organizations remain committed to training and development’. Sometimes it’s more efficient and more effective not to train at all.

Diversity Training 225

Diversity Training Compliance Training Training Train 225

ID Reflections

MAY 11, 2010

The session was on HPT and Social Learning: Organizational Performance in the Cloud b y David Wilkins, VP of Product Marketing at Learn.com. We should! ~@ dwilkinsnh #ISPI #ASTD GenY has a tribe. The " Cluetrain " effect is here to stay. The networked market knows more than companies do about their own products.

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ISPI Skype Social Learning Social 168

Learning Visions

JANUARY 27, 2014

These are my live blogged notes from a session on the final day of ASTD Tech Knowledge with Phillip Neal, VP of Business Need at Maestro. Socializing change Pilot Build momentum Case example is an ipad app – Product Knowledge for sales reps: Has access to pharma products package inserts. Mobile is different.

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Phillips CD-ROM Case Study Mobile 161

Kapp Notes

OCTOBER 1, 2012

He is the author of seven book including a best-seller on creating effective e-learning and in has received ASTD’s Distinguished Contribution to Workplace Learning and Performance Award in 2011. Michael Allen and I sit down and discuss the Zebra program at ASTD conference way back in 2011. I felt I was sharing the best process.

Instructional Design 254

Instructional Design ADDIE Authoring Tools Conversation 254

Performance Learning Productivity

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Effective Metrics for Learning and Development I wonder what Shaw would think if he saw the way learning and development is predominantly measured in organisations today. For example a study of 829 companies over 31 years showed diversity training had "no positive effects in the average workplace."

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Metrics Personal Personalization Diversity Training 186

Knowledge Guru

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Mathias learned about Knowledge Guru when we launched the Game Creation Wizard at ASTD International, and he was an early adopter of the tool. The Safety Guru’s target group is everybody working in our production facility (appr. 40 employees), and in our production plant for appr. 250 employees). 100 employees.

Knowledge 220

Knowledge Player Games ASTD 220

Marcia Conner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

training expenditures—including payroll and spending on external products and services—fell 6.5 training expenditures—including payroll and spending on external products and services—fell 6.5 billion, but spending on outside products and services decreased $1.7 ASTD estimates that U.S. percent to $55.8 Total 2012 U.S.

Blended Learning 103

Blended Learning ASTD Budget PeopleSoft 103

OpenSesame

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Talking Head Video can be Effective if Done Right. I could write about our techniques, but it''s more effective to see it in action. Mastering the Technical Side of eLearning Video Production. Finally, here are some additional videos about the technical side of eLearning video production. I reject that idea.

Personal 97

Personal Personalization Video Camera 97

Connect Thinking

DECEMBER 28, 2011

ASTD’s December 2011 T&D Magazine features a discussion on Self-Service Learning (by Patricia A McLagan), and the role of L&D to “help learners make learning more effective, efficient, productive, innovative and fun” (pp 37).

Services 111

Services Instant Messaging ASTD Forum 111

Mindflash

APRIL 10, 2012

When two employees are sharing ideas about how to handle a client, I can step in and help guide their discussion to make sure it stays productive, respectful, and solutions-based. Meetings became more effective. Jay is a member of SHRM, ASTD, the National Speakers Association and the Florida Speakers Association.

Effectiveness 68

Effectiveness Creative Commons ASTD Privacy 68

The Training by Nelle Blog | Corporate Training and Consulting

MAY 12, 2020

ASTD findings show that almost all organizations (92 percent of respondents) use the first level of evaluation which measures participant reaction. Plus, Carnegie Mellon found that lost productivity, due to the learning curve of new employees, end up costing between 1% to 2.5% What level of evaluation did you administer? 2018, July 9).

Metrics 52

Metrics ASTD Evalution Social Networks 52

Learning Visions

JANUARY 30, 2013

I'm at the ASTD Tech Knowledge 2013 Conference kicking off today January 29, 2013 in San Jose, California. But we’re pressed to produce a product that changes behavior and creates organizational impact – and do it on time and budget. If the model you uses gives you the quality products you want on time and on budget then stick with it.

Instructional Design 171

Instructional Design ADDIE Agile Budget 171

KZO Innovations

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

9) On-demand learning yields 50% higher net sales per employee (ASTD). According to buyer surveys, one of the most common gripes is that salespeople show off their product knowledge too much. Video engages employees into becoming problem solvers instead of product info absorbers. 4) 94% of companies invest in sales training.

Sales 65

Sales Case Study IBM ASTD 65

eLearning 24-7

MARCH 6, 2023

“It’s a terrible product.” From a learning system standpoint, and an e-learning tool/product or even generative A.I. In five years’ time, a product without GAI, will be seem as outdated, and old school. ” “None of us were like, this is really useful.” Generative A.I. Can we do it today?

Digital 84

Digital Learning Technologies Technology vendor 84

Enyota Learning

MAY 22, 2019

Here’s how to achieve a competitive advantage through training: Training Improves Efficiency and Productivity. While the competition is growing and the competitors can replicate your product, the one thing they cannot replicate is human resources. Training the employees in the right manner makes all the difference.

Training 60

Training Train ASTD Companies 60

Learning Visions

JANUARY 25, 2012

Jane McGonigal, author of Reality is Broken: Why Games Make Us Happy and How they Can Changer the World opening keynote at ASTD TK12. These are my live blogged notes. In the real world, we walk away. 92% of two year olds laying games (on phones and ipads).

Games 174

Games Simulations Player Social Media 174

Rapid eLearning

APRIL 17, 2012

PowerPoint Production Tips. After previewing the template, check out the production tips below. Sit them on top of each other and you can create all sorts of effects. July 25: Portland, OR (ASTD). July 31: Austin, TX (ASTD). I’ll be in town so the Austin ASTD is hosting a free Articulate jam session.

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PowerPoint Templates Rapid eLearning Free 77

Learning Visions

MAY 5, 2014

These are my live blogged notes from the opening keynote at ASTD International Conference & Expo, this week in Washington, D.C. But the truth is when we get enough sleep, meditate, move, we’re going to be more effective. We now have sleep science that shows sleep deprivations reduces mental clarity, makes us less effective.

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Open Voice ASTD Attitudes 150

Learning Visions

APRIL 29, 2011

Today I’m at ASTD’s New England Regional Conference: Learning 2.0 These are my live blogged notes from the opening keynote with Tony Bingham, CEO and President of ASTD. There will be less uncertainty but more volatility The ability to dig in data and effectively mine it will make decision making different. Is Social Media a Fad?

IBM 197

IBM Social Media Social Networks Facebook 197

Rapid eLearning

JANUARY 10, 2012

It usually involved a production environment where peer coaches were tasked with training new employees on the floor. Not only is this an effective way to teach new employees, it’s also a great way to help build a social connection to the work and organization. E-learning courses are effective in dealing with these challenges.

Blended Learning 80

Blended Learning Mentoring Solution ASTD 80

Rapid eLearning

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

That’s something that elearning can’t always do effectively. So it doesn’t disrupt their work schedule or production as much. And it’s quite effective in sharing information. Sure you can sit on a soapbox and lament the decline of effective learning because of this. Ad Giants Products. Learner flexibility.

Blended Learning 88

Blended Learning Solution Rapid eLearning ASTD 88