Join me as I delve into the world of learning analytics - the use of data to improve the effectiveness of learning. We explore how learning analytics can help L&D professionals to gain insights into learners' behavior, engagement, and performance, enabling them to better personalize their teaching and support learners' learning.

Joining me in this conversation is Vanessa Rodriguez, a seasoned practitioner in learning analytics, who shares her insights on the different types of data that can be collected, how this data can be analyzed, and the tools and techniques that can be used to make sense of the findings.

Finally, we explore some of the exciting developments in the field of learning analytics, including the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence to generate predictive models that can help educators anticipate learners' needs and intervene early to support their success.

Whether you're an educator, a learning and development professional, a student, or simply interested in the future of education, this episode is sure to provide you with valuable insights into the exciting world of learning analytics.

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Throughout history, humans have used stories to pass down knowledge, teach valuable lessons, entertain, and connect with each other. But have you ever stopped to think about why storytelling is so powerful? Get ready to experience an emotional rollercoaster as I will make you laugh, sad, and wonder in this episode. As a bonus, you will have access to 8 examples that demonstrate the real-life application of storytelling.

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Join me as I explain neuroplasticity and share how to leverage neuroplasticity to teach and learn better. The best thing about this episode is a neuroscience-backed list of behavioral tools that will help all adult learners and learning designers.

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RETHINK EDUCATION: The Biology of Learning Featuring Dr. Andrew Huberman

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Did you know that one's identity is central to behavioral performance? Join me as I establish the relationship between identity and behavior change with Kay Green, a strategic learning and development executive with over 20 years of experience building training from the ground up.

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Want to learn more about the impact of identity on behavior change? Here are some resources:

“I Don’t” versus “I Can’t”: When Empowered Refusal Motivates Goal-Directed Behavior

From Identity to Enaction: Identity Behavior Theory

Here are the sub-topics covered in this episode.

• What is identity?

• An example of using identity to shift behavior for everyone

• How is identity different from brand

• How can learning designers/instructional designers leverage identity to design learning that targets behavior change

• Learner identity

Did you ever open an academic book, read some chapters, and forgot everything you read after a couple of days or months? Adults do not have the luxury of time and carefree life as young learners. Learning alongside a full-time job and family responsibilities is not easy. What if you knew the secret to learn and retaining learning without spending a lot of time just studying? Tune into this episode as I reveal the best-kept secret to information retention.

The need to build skills continuously is growing every day. Join me as I speak with Laura Vandepoele about how nano-learning is changing the way we learn by creating even shorter, more focused, and bite-sized pieces of information or learning content that can be consumed quickly and easily. Learning at workplace can now mean learning in the flow of work.