A keynote presentation for the 2010 Symposium of the Dommel Valley Group. Delivered on November 7th, 2010. It describes the DNA of the L&D of my employer, describes some very recent experimentation in the learning space and takes a sneak peek into the future of the learning function.
Continuous learning has become imperative; many skills now have a half-life of just 2½ to 5 years. But employees are overwhelmed, distracted and impatient. Corporate learning (L&D) needs to adapt to the needs of modern learners.
Using design based research to develop meaningful mobile learning scenarios Kevin Burden
Current research into the use of mobile devices and tablet computers like the iPad indicate there are multiple opportunities to support and enhance learning and we already know a considerable amount about what works in classrooms when these devices are deployed. However it is still unclear why or how these technologies make a difference and this presentation argues that design based research (DBR) would help practitioners and researchers gain a better understanding about the design principles required to develop effective and meaningful learning sceanrios using mobile technologies
The growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is leading to transformation in our workplaces. Professor Klaus Schwab of the World Economic Forum is calling this change The Fourth Industrial Revolution. There are mixed predictions about AI and automation: some people see a reduction in the need for some jobs while predicting an increase in others. There is no doubt AI is changing the nature of work and learning.
In this presentation you’ll get an insider’s view into--
- Some of the jargon behind the technologies e.g. what data scientists mean when they talk about ‘training a model’
- How AI is being used in L&D today to gain insights and automate learning
- Why you should be looking to use chatbots in your learning programs
- How to get started with recommendation engines
- What the issues and challenges are using AI in learning.
- Even if you aren’t a technical person you will get an understanding of leading edge technologies by attending this webinar.
This article originally appeared in Training & Development magazine February 2014 Vol 41 No 1, published by the Australian Institute of Training and Development.
It has been reproduced with permission from the editor.
Workplace learning has changed dramatically in the past ten years and technology has been the primary driver of that change. However, it has not necessarily been learning solutions supplied by organisations that have been the game-changer. The way that technology has enabled workers to self-direct their learning has been the significant factor. Whether it’s been fully acknowledged or not, this has dramatically changed the learner’s relationship with L&D.
In this slideshow, David James (former Director of Talent, Learning & OD at Disney) examines the empowered learner, the modern learning environment, and what this all means for the modern L&D function.
Continuous learning has become imperative; many skills now have a half-life of just 2½ to 5 years. But employees are overwhelmed, distracted and impatient. Corporate learning (L&D) needs to adapt to the needs of modern learners.
Using design based research to develop meaningful mobile learning scenarios Kevin Burden
Current research into the use of mobile devices and tablet computers like the iPad indicate there are multiple opportunities to support and enhance learning and we already know a considerable amount about what works in classrooms when these devices are deployed. However it is still unclear why or how these technologies make a difference and this presentation argues that design based research (DBR) would help practitioners and researchers gain a better understanding about the design principles required to develop effective and meaningful learning sceanrios using mobile technologies
The growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is leading to transformation in our workplaces. Professor Klaus Schwab of the World Economic Forum is calling this change The Fourth Industrial Revolution. There are mixed predictions about AI and automation: some people see a reduction in the need for some jobs while predicting an increase in others. There is no doubt AI is changing the nature of work and learning.
In this presentation you’ll get an insider’s view into--
- Some of the jargon behind the technologies e.g. what data scientists mean when they talk about ‘training a model’
- How AI is being used in L&D today to gain insights and automate learning
- Why you should be looking to use chatbots in your learning programs
- How to get started with recommendation engines
- What the issues and challenges are using AI in learning.
- Even if you aren’t a technical person you will get an understanding of leading edge technologies by attending this webinar.
This article originally appeared in Training & Development magazine February 2014 Vol 41 No 1, published by the Australian Institute of Training and Development.
It has been reproduced with permission from the editor.
Workplace learning has changed dramatically in the past ten years and technology has been the primary driver of that change. However, it has not necessarily been learning solutions supplied by organisations that have been the game-changer. The way that technology has enabled workers to self-direct their learning has been the significant factor. Whether it’s been fully acknowledged or not, this has dramatically changed the learner’s relationship with L&D.
In this slideshow, David James (former Director of Talent, Learning & OD at Disney) examines the empowered learner, the modern learning environment, and what this all means for the modern L&D function.
Separating Fact from Fiction: Today's Learners, What Do They Really Want (and...David Blake
Traditional approaches to workplace learning are getting less and less attention—and for good reason. These approaches simply do not meet the needs of today’s learners.
Concepts such as experiential learning, personalized learning, self-directed learning and life-long learning existed long before training functions began appearing in organizations. Today, innovations in technology allow employees to capitalize on ubiquitous sources of learning that exist beyond the traditional four walls of their organization.
Employees want a personalized learning experience that fits their individual needs, learning speed, and preferred learning style. Now it is up to you to answer their call.
In this presentation, you will learn:
-The basic tenets of adult learning theory, the brain-science behind microlearning, and a few other geeky things
Traditional approaches to workplace learning are getting less and less attention—and for good reason. These approaches simply do not meet the needs of today’s learners.
-The roles that "personalization" and "transparency" play in a learning function
-Practical guidance on how to transform from a training mindset to a "ubiquitous learning" mindset
[Webinar] BYOL: Bring Your Own LearningDavid Blake
YouTube: http://youtu.be/SBGyZHjNzHI?t=1m
The BYOD trend brought a flood of both anxieties and benefits to the workplace. Now BYOL, "Bring Your Own Learning", is upon us and has brought anxieties as learning professionals prepare for the complexities, and work to unlock the benefits. Take an in-depth look at the data behind the BYOL "Bring Your Own Learning" trend.
This presentation covers:
- Consumerization of Learning
- "Autonomy Leads to Engagement"
- How to Manage the BYOL Shift
Revisiting how mentoring can be integrated into organisational learning strategies in the modern, digital workplace.
This article originally appeared in Training & Development magazine October 2015 Vol 42 No 5, published by the Australian Institute of Training and Development.
Mark Hellinger, CEO of Xyleme, and Stacey Harris, the VP of Research from Brandon Hall Group spent some time analyzing a widespread and problematic deficiency among many learning departments: organizations not measuring if their learning content is effective. Many organizations are making assumptions about their content, which is leading to bad business decisions. Big Data is a major player in nearly every other industry and almost always connected to performance outcomes- why not in learning? Find out all you need to know now!
How to Jump Start Your Video Focused Content Strategy | Webinar 04.09.2015BizLibrary
In this webinar, you will learn how to link a learning content strategy that relies upon bite-sized video to organizational objectives. The specific elements of a video strategy each guide a range of choices from how to incorporate the power of storytelling through video to achieve these objectives to decisions about specific video types, styles and delivery tools.
Massive open online courses, or MOOCs, exploded for consumers and are now experiencing rapid adoption at innovative corporations. In this presentation, we look at learning trends and explore why organizations now rely on MOOCs as a key ingredient for employee education and training.
For more information, contact business@udemy.com.
What's Your LMSs Status? Online Learning Conference 2013 (#olc13) session 504v2Brandon Williams
Here's an updated version of the LMSs Status preso shared initially at the Training Magazine Conference and Expo in Orlando back in Feb. The organizers of their online conference reached out to ask that we present in Chicago, so I updated the deck with new info and relevant stats. Enjoy!
Separating Fact from Fiction: Today's Learners, What Do They Really Want (and...David Blake
Traditional approaches to workplace learning are getting less and less attention—and for good reason. These approaches simply do not meet the needs of today’s learners.
Concepts such as experiential learning, personalized learning, self-directed learning and life-long learning existed long before training functions began appearing in organizations. Today, innovations in technology allow employees to capitalize on ubiquitous sources of learning that exist beyond the traditional four walls of their organization.
Employees want a personalized learning experience that fits their individual needs, learning speed, and preferred learning style. Now it is up to you to answer their call.
In this presentation, you will learn:
-The basic tenets of adult learning theory, the brain-science behind microlearning, and a few other geeky things
Traditional approaches to workplace learning are getting less and less attention—and for good reason. These approaches simply do not meet the needs of today’s learners.
-The roles that "personalization" and "transparency" play in a learning function
-Practical guidance on how to transform from a training mindset to a "ubiquitous learning" mindset
[Webinar] BYOL: Bring Your Own LearningDavid Blake
YouTube: http://youtu.be/SBGyZHjNzHI?t=1m
The BYOD trend brought a flood of both anxieties and benefits to the workplace. Now BYOL, "Bring Your Own Learning", is upon us and has brought anxieties as learning professionals prepare for the complexities, and work to unlock the benefits. Take an in-depth look at the data behind the BYOL "Bring Your Own Learning" trend.
This presentation covers:
- Consumerization of Learning
- "Autonomy Leads to Engagement"
- How to Manage the BYOL Shift
Revisiting how mentoring can be integrated into organisational learning strategies in the modern, digital workplace.
This article originally appeared in Training & Development magazine October 2015 Vol 42 No 5, published by the Australian Institute of Training and Development.
Mark Hellinger, CEO of Xyleme, and Stacey Harris, the VP of Research from Brandon Hall Group spent some time analyzing a widespread and problematic deficiency among many learning departments: organizations not measuring if their learning content is effective. Many organizations are making assumptions about their content, which is leading to bad business decisions. Big Data is a major player in nearly every other industry and almost always connected to performance outcomes- why not in learning? Find out all you need to know now!
How to Jump Start Your Video Focused Content Strategy | Webinar 04.09.2015BizLibrary
In this webinar, you will learn how to link a learning content strategy that relies upon bite-sized video to organizational objectives. The specific elements of a video strategy each guide a range of choices from how to incorporate the power of storytelling through video to achieve these objectives to decisions about specific video types, styles and delivery tools.
Massive open online courses, or MOOCs, exploded for consumers and are now experiencing rapid adoption at innovative corporations. In this presentation, we look at learning trends and explore why organizations now rely on MOOCs as a key ingredient for employee education and training.
For more information, contact business@udemy.com.
What's Your LMSs Status? Online Learning Conference 2013 (#olc13) session 504v2Brandon Williams
Here's an updated version of the LMSs Status preso shared initially at the Training Magazine Conference and Expo in Orlando back in Feb. The organizers of their online conference reached out to ask that we present in Chicago, so I updated the deck with new info and relevant stats. Enjoy!
What's Your LMSs Status? Online Learning Conference 2014Brandon Williams
Has your LMS become irrelevant in your greater learning strategy? Are you employees finding it difficult to use? Do administrators find it old and stodgy or want to get rid of it altogether? Take a look at this presentation (originally prepared for Training Magazine's Online Learning Conference in Chicago on September 23, 2014) for some insight into why you may want to keep your LMS around and how you might be able to transform it into a more useful and usable piece of technology in your portfolio.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
The presentation was delivered by Stephen Littler and Sean McCready of ICS Learn at the CIPD L&D conference 2016. The presentation provided an overview of the the effective model that is required to participate in high quality learning and development in 2016.
Developing a digital mindset - recordingSprout Labs
This webinar is based on our free eBook Developing a digital mindset: Powerful methods to disrupt learning. Digital technologies are disrupting business. But it’s not the technologies themselves that are causing the disruption, it’s what we do with them that’s creating change. It’s the thinking processes and mindsets around using technologies that hold the key. It’s about having a digital mindset.
How Content Strategy Drives the High Impact Learning OrganizationXyleme
According to research by Bersin, profits from High Impact Learning Organizations (HILO) grew three times faster than other organizations studied. So, what makes some Learning & Development organizations better than others? One core capability is Learning Content Strategy.
In this webinar, David Mallon, VP of Research at Bersin by Deloitte, will dive into the evolving nature of learning content and share findings from Bersin’s recent High Impact Learning Organization report. Joining David will be Michael Miller, Process and Standards Supervisor at Caterpillar, Inc. Together they will discuss how eLearning has become a small part of the larger pie that now includes the delivery of contextual-based content at the right time and in the right format to drive performance outcomes. Key takeaways for Senior Learning & Talent executives will include the methodologies used by HILOs to build a sustainable content strategy that helps companies solve business and operational problems.
This PowerPoint presentation was created for one of my graduate courses. The scenario was set in a large company with offices all over the US. Each office does their own training, which is delivered in “stand-up” or “hands-on” mode, and there is no collaboration. This has resulted in a lot of duplication of efforts, wasted resources and time. The access of material is limited as it is stored on the LAN. My task was to make knowledge management recommendations
It was submitted via email, thus no animations and a lot of the explanations are included as notes.
Een verhaal over hoe werk en leren steeds meer op elkaar beginnen te lijken in deze kennismaatschappij en wat betekent voor de rol van een elektronische leeromgeving.
A presentation about the fact that Learning and Development is broken. How we are all navel gazing, focused too much on benchmarking and best practice and not aware of the Cynefin framework. The solution is to go to the edge. There are three examples of "edges" here: Automattic as an example of distributed virtual teams really working, experimental academics finding out how to scale personalised education in Massive Open Online Courses and Mozilla coming up with Open Badges as an alternative to competency management. The story closes with the lean startup methodology as a way to set up your own experimentation.
These are the slides used by Willem Manders and Hans de Zwart to help facilitate a workshop at Online Educa 2011 in which learning scenarios were developed.
A presentation about the fact that IT is not just a tool and that technology isn't neutral and how this relates to digital civil rights. This was a guest lecture at the university of Leiden on October 20th, 2011.
Using Standard Moodle modules in the Context of Legal ContentHans de Zwart
This presentation is probably not very insightful by itself. It was combined with a brainstorm session where participants had to apply the different modules to their own situation.
This presentation was delivered on the 5th of November in Strasbourg. It contains a crash course in learning design, focusing on needs assessment, learning theories and tools. It finishes with a set of e-learning examples that can be compared to each other.
The Future of Moodle and How Not to Stop ItHans de Zwart
There has been a lot of discussion lately about whether the VLE is dead and what should come in its place. This presentations tries to see how the main points in this debate reflect on Moodle.
Some ideas on how to make presence a more productive concept: integrating status information with location information and allowing the possibilities of scenarios.
Will it blend? Blended Learning en kwaliteitHans de Zwart
Hoe bepaal je de kwaliteit van een leerinterventie of een cursus? Welke leerprincipes moet je toepassen om er zeker van te zijn dat wat je doet goed is?
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Introduction to AI for Nonprofits with Tapp NetworkTechSoup
Dive into the world of AI! Experts Jon Hill and Tareq Monaur will guide you through AI's role in enhancing nonprofit websites and basic marketing strategies, making it easy to understand and apply.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
4. Things I like to talk about
Books, books, books, The Internet Revolution, Popular science,
Free software (think free speech, not free beer), Nintendo (
relevant for learning), Michael Jordan, Juggling, Digital civil
rights, The Big Lebowski
8. The 5 best books I read this year
Innovation to the Core, The Art of Game
Design, A Pattern Language, The Road,
The Forever War
9. My career progression
23–29: Physical Education Teacher in the Bijlmer
29-31: Moodle Evangelist at Stoas Learning
31-35: Learning Adviser/Innovation Manager at Shell
35-40: Educational Technology Consultant at IBM
40-50: Independent Technology Consultant
50+: Professional Dominoes Player
10. What is it that I do?
Innovation Manager for
Global Learning Technologies
21. Arie de Geus – The Living Company
De Geus describes three preconditions for
knowledge to flourish in an organization:
innovation, social propagation, and mobility.
23. Begin each course with an identified business need or competence gap
Design the course around a multi-step work activity, not around
sequences of content
Let the participant and their supervisor complete a learning agreement
Design according to research based, best practice guidelines (web-
based)
Build in: peer interaction, use of communinities, supervisor interaction,
contacts with experts outside of the course
Integrate evaluation from different perspectives
Coach the supervisors and instructors
Reuse selected assignments
24. Accelerated Learning
Total learner involvement enhances learning, Learning is not the
passive storage of information but the active creation of
knowledge, Collaboration among learners greatly enhances
learning, Activity-centered learning events are often superior to
presentation-centered ones, Activity-centered learning events
can be designed in a fraction of the time it takes to design
presentation-centered ones
35. Kapp & O'Driscoll – Learning in 3D
7 problems with the way learning is done
36. The Autonomous Learner Problem
"From a tactical perspective, the learning
function appears to be allocating the majority
of the effort in the area of least impact."
37.
38. The Timing Problem
"The rapid pace of business almost guarantees
that most formal learning programs will be
outdated shortly after launch."
39. The Packaging Problem
"Courses are organized around topics rather
than tasks." and "The traditional packaging
of formal learning is not aligned with the time
sensitive needs of today's employees."
40. The Performance Problem
"Lack of knowledge and skill is only a small
part of the reason that organizations don't
perform as desired."
41. The Routinization Problem
Peter Drucker: Routinization is a phenomenom
whereby existing industries initially apply
radically new technology to automate and
accelerate age-old processes and methods.
43. The Transfer Problem
"Studies show that as much as 80 to 90
percent of investments in training programs
fail to result in behavior change on the job."
44. The Value Problem
"The learning function has very little
understanding as to what executives expect
from the learning function, and as a result it
often defaults to justifying its existence based
on learning throughput as opposed to
performance outcome."
45. "Collectively, the autonomous
learner, timing, and packaging
problems that are not being
addressed by the learning function
account for the de-selection of at
least 80 percent of the addressable
opportunity space for learning."
46. What are some of the things have
we been trying to do?
48. Portfolio management with
learning reviews
E.g. Aircraft, Assessment Solutions, Business
Administration, Business to Business,
Chemicals, Commercial Academy,
Communications, Contracting and
Procurement, Country Mandatory, Diversity
and Inclusion, etc.
49. Shell Wiki
Q3 2010: 40.000 articles, 70.000
registered users, 22.000 contributions,
Integrated in many learning courses
50. Shell International
Global Networks
Q3 2010: about 40 communities (e.g. Wells
Global network, IT 4 Capital Projects,
Knowledge Sharing Global Network,
Learning Professionals Online Network),
41.000 registered users, 13.000 active
users, 188.000 views, 4100 contributions
51. Shell Tube
Most played, top three: 25.564, 15.286
and 13.550 views. Most commented, top
three: 181, 160 and 154 comments
52. Lecture capturing
Replacement for a sick facilitator,
Preparations for local versions of the course,
Delivery of a completely virtual course,
Creation of learning nuggets
85. Unique opportunity space
It knows who you are, it knows where you
are (it even knows what direction you are
facing), it allows for collaboration (all your
contacts are already there), it is a content
production device (video once more)
86. Do you own an
Android/iOS/Windows 7
smartphone?
87. If not...
how will you participate in and learn about
the feasability space for social practice that
this technology creates?
88. 6. A further merging of the
Learning function and
Organizational Effectiveness