Leaders in Learning Design

How often to do you mine the internet looking for content for a new course? The concept of “learning curation” is gaining traction and as learning professionals we need to understand both the challenges and opportunities that go with it. In this new episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Joanne and Graham discuss some of the curation challenges we are wrestling with – what is it, why it’s appealing, and how to begin thinking about it productively.

In this new episode of Leaders in

Learning Design, Joanne and Graham discuss some of the instructional challenges

learning professionals must plan for and overcome in order for “hybrid

learning” to be successful. Old definitions and instructional strategies must

evolve – this is not just blended learning by new name. Listen to discover more

practical design and delivery suggestions you can apply today.

Leo Blankenship with Dr. Joanne Bentley (Doc) and GrahamEdmondson

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Joanne and Graham are talking with the former General Manager of Conduent Learning, Leo Blankenship, about buying/selling learning and the future of content creation. We discuss the problems associated with the way learning and development solutions are typically being bought and sold. Listen for the startling new trend that every instructional designer will need to prepare for – and it’s not what you think!

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Joanne and Graham discuss some of the complexities of engagement when facilitating hybrid learning. What kinds of interactions should you prioritize when assisting with both roomers and zoomers, so everyone benefits? Listen in to discover some ways to improve your engagement in a “hybrid learning environment”.

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Joanne and Graham discuss how we can’t ever go back to the way things were as we begin choosing between new hybrid work options. Learning professionals have to move forward and find better ways to level the playing field for both in person and virtual learners. We’re challenged with creating a true “hybrid learning environment”. Listen in to discover some practical ideas for both instructional designers and virtual facilitators.

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Graham and Joanne (Doc) discuss how to get MORE from the learning activities you design or deliver via virtual workshops. We often put our heart and soul into content creation and delivery but are disappointed when some of our virtual activities fall flat. Listen in to discover the easy things you can do to UPGRADE the way you manage your virtual workshop activities to make them more meaningful learning experiences.

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Joanne and Graham are talking with education and strategic leadership expert, Commander Peter Pollock. The recent evolution of virtual workshops has forced us to abandon limiting beliefs about “what works” and acquire new skills – it’s amazing how quickly you can evolve in order to survive. Listen in to find out Peter’s suggestions for better virtual workshops.

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Graham and Joanne discuss two great “showcase” virtual workshops. We offer you a peek behind the curtain and review some of the content structure that makes them really different from anything that you might have encountered. Listen in to find out more about the “secret sauce” that makes some virtual workshops a joy to attend.

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Joanne and Graham are talking with Dr. MJ Bishop who is the Associate Vice Chancellor and director of the University System of Maryland's Center for Academic Innovation. She is an exceptional administrator, former faculty member/instructional designer with the insight we need to help us see the big picture when trying to improve learning and teaching.

In this episode of Leaders in Learning Design, Joanne is talking with Graham about the success of the BCR catalog of workshops. While other folks are struggling to help learners deal with zoom fatigue, BCR seems to have found the secret sauce. Even those with minimal training budgets shouldn’t miss this podcast!