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.

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.

Learning & Development

THE CASE FOR CLARITY IN L&D JOB POSTINGS

This article argues for the importance of distinguishing between generalist and specialist L&D roles in job postings. This will help candidates better understand what they’re applying for and to attract the right candidates with the right skills and experience.

Instructional Design

BEWARE THIS GAMIFICATION PITFALL

Story-based narratives in gamification are thought of as the epitome of intrinsic motivation, but that’s not always the case. This article explains why, and offers pointers on how to handle it.

Learning & Development

HOW L&D CAN HELP ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGE

By integrating sustainability into our learning initiatives, L&D can help employees understand the impact of their actions on the environment and empower them to make good choices. This not only benefits the planet, but it can also drive business value by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing brand reputation. This article delves into how L&D can spearhead and drive this important initiative in organizations.

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