THE LEARNNOVATORS BLOG

This blog presents informative articles and lots of useful tools and resources on learning design, covering e-learning, m-learning, gamified learning, informal learning, 70:20:10 and much more.

E-Learning

How Learning Analytics Shapes Effective L&D Programs

Learning analytics is transforming L&D by delivering data-driven insights that evaluate and enhance training effectiveness. By tracking key metrics, analyzing engagement patterns, and measuring ROI, organizations can align learning outcomes with business goals, achieving impactful results such as improved productivity and reduced attrition. Beyond optimizing current programs, learning analytics predicts trends, identifies skill gaps, and helps prepare a future-ready workforce. Success in L&D lies in understanding how learning drives performance—and analytics makes this possible.

E-Learning

ZSOLT OLAH – CRYSTAL BALLING WITH LEARNNOVATORS

In this enlightening interview with Learnnovators, Zsolt Olah shares his pioneering insights on the integration of technology and learning in the workplace. As an expert in blending gamification with psychological insights, Zsolt discusses the evolution of learning technologies and their impact on creating engaging and effective learning environments. He emphasizes the importance of not letting technology dictate our thinking and the need for learning professionals to master data literacy and ask the right questions to harness AI’s potential. Zsolt’s forward-thinking vision for utilizing Generative AI to create seamless, personalized learning experiences highlights the transformative power of these technologies.

E-Learning

MARGIE MEACHAM – CRYSTAL BALLING WITH LEARNNOVATORS (SEASON II)

In this engaging interview with Learnnovators, Margie, known for her innovative use of artificial intelligence in educational strategies, discusses the integration of AI and neuroscience in creating compelling, personalized learning experiences that challenge traditional methods and pave the way for the future of training and development. Margie’s vision for utilizing AI to facilitate ‘just-in-time’ learning that adapts to individual needs exemplifies her creativity and forward-thinking.

Instructional Design

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN BASICS – GOALS

This article emphasizes the importance of goals in instructional design. A goal, at the macro level, answers the WIIFM for the business. Broken down into a more micro level, it defines the specific actions learners need to take to reach the goal. This article focuses on the macro, business, goals and lists the characteristics of a good goal. It also discusses how to derive a good goal from a bad one by asking probing questions.

Instructional Design

EMPATHY – FRIEND NOT FOE IN INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN

This article makes a case for empathy in instructional design. In doing so, it refers to another piece that distinguishes between human-centered-ness and empathy in the design of things.

Instructional Design

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNERS! DON’T PUT THE CART BEFORE THE HORSE

This article highlights the importance of grasping the essential skills of instructional design, such as understanding the learning process and creating effective learning experiences, prior to exploring the plethora of secondary skills such as authoring tools.

Learning & Development

LEARNING CAMPAIGNS – FACILITATING SKILL BUILDING AND BEHAVIOR CHANGE

Learning campaigns bring together multiple touchpoints in a cohesive manner, enabling repetition, spacing, multimodal delivery, right-sized content, adaptive learning, and engagement, all of which are necessary for effective learning leading to skill building and / or behavior change. This article explains why learning campaigns work, and how to create an effective one.

Learning Design

ACCESSIBILITY IS FOR EVERYONE, NOT JUST THE DIFFERENTLY ABLED

While accessibility traditionally is meant to enable people with disabilities to use our products, it is actually for everyone. Therefore, making products accessible is not only the right thing to do but also good for business.

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