I’m sure we’ve all been there. We have been asked to create some training. We’re on a deadline. The parties involved all seem to want or need different things. Some of those asks might contradict one another or even be in direct conflict. Is there a way that we can make sure all parties are […]
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User Experience (UX) Design focuses on how someone interacts with a product, a piece of media, or a tool. UX Design has become part of product design, manufacturing, and even learning. We can see its impact every time that we open a door, browse a website, or use a coffee machine. Applying UX Design within
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We have all at least heard of Agile methodologies. Despite being around for years, Agile is still sometimes touted as “the next big thing.” This popularity has led to multiple interpretations and misconceptions about what Agile actually is, though. In today’s blog, we will explore five common misconceptions about Agile workflows, while asking how we
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Most organizations today are in a constant state of flux as they respond to the fast-moving external business environment, local and global economies, and technological advancement. This means that workplace processes, systems, and strategies must continuously change and evolve for an organization to remain competitive. Change affects your most important asset, your people. Losing employees
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Have you recently looked at Bandura’s Social Learning Theory principles? We are social creatures by nature. We like to interact with others, share ideas, and observe our fellow human beings. In fact, unless you’re a Himalayan yogi, long-term social isolation can have negative mental impacts. It’s no surprise that social interaction plays a role in
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In the past decade, technology-driven learning is adopted by organizations to support different learning requirements and varied audiences. The “classroom-only” approach is transforming and online training is no more limited by distance and cost. Although most businesses are not fully abandoning the conventional modes to favor online learning, blended learning is emerging as the preferred
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In theory, adult learners seem somewhat rebellious: we don’t like being told what to do, we want to do things in our own time, and it better be worth it or we’re not interested! But it’s not because we’ve all reached rock-star status; it’s got to do with the way adults are hardwired to approach
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Real-life scenarios can add much needed flavor to otherwise vanilla eLearning. Out are the old school text-based scenarios; in are graphic novels and comic strip panels using real employee and workplace photography. Five advantages of using real-life scenarios in eLearning “Less content, more context” is becoming the mantra of designers who are creating situations that
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Everyone will understand the importance of employee training, but ensuring a training needs analysis is conducted will go a long way in developing a successful training program. Here we discuss four barriers to consider when conducting a training needs analysis. Time Managers often feel that the extra effort to complete a training needs analysis is
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At PulseLearning, we often used the Bersin & Associates Enterprise Learning Framework® to help our Clients think through the modern world of corporate training. As you can see, the framework has numerous channels and categories. Here we will give you a brief understanding of how the framework can be beneficial to you in your corporate training
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