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An academic’s introduction to experiential learning

We came across a wonderfully detailed research paper published by Ryerson University’s Learning and Teaching Office, titled “Best Practices in Experiential Learning.” It was prepared by Michelle Schwartz, Research Associate, for the Vice Provost, Academic, Ryerson University, 2012. Read the…

Five ways you’re sitting incorrectly at your desk

We’ve all spent too many hours hunched over a computer working on a pressing deadline or just getting absorbed in a creative project—with the resulting cricked necks and back pain. Here’s David Zhang describing the correct ergonomic set up in…

Common mistakes when choosing an LMS

Here’s a succinct article on eLearning Industry’s top mistakes people make when selecting an LMS (Learning Management System). Read the full article for more information about the below. Forgetting to test functionality. Mismatched features. Unrealistic LMS budgets. Choosing an LMS that won’t…

eLearning trends that make some experts cringe

Although we don’t agree with all of the opinions, we thought this Elucidat article where they asked ten learning and development experts to weigh in on the eLearning trends that make them cringe, was interesting. There’s definitely room for more…

Find your ikigai

Writer Thomas Oppong has done a great job summarizing the Japanese concept of ikigai—your purpose or reason for being. Ikigai is thought to contribute to longer lives and happiness. Read the article and find out more, including how ikigai is at…

Don’t try to smooth over discrimination

We just recorded one of our best received webinars with diversity and inclusion expert, Maureen Brown. While she covered a variety of items, one of the most counter-intuitive ideas she talked about was how taking a smooth it over approach to…

Interactive news that teaches

The CBC Interactives team has been doing an excellent job with creating engaging news interactives. “A City Destroyed: Experience the Halifax Explosion, 100 years later” is both excellent and informative. Experience it here.

Micro-learning: not just about video

Micro-learning is short, focused training that should take the learner no more than 2 to 5 minutes to review. And it’s not just about video. Here’s eLearning Industry’s round-up of 15 types of micro-learning divided into three themes: read, view,…

Using Storytelling to move from selling to telling

We all know that storytelling (done right) can be one of the most effective ways of communicating and embedding your message. And it’s not just for learning, it’s also how businesses can build their brands (and increase sales). It’s about…

Jane Bozarth on career development for L&D

I just posted about Jane Bozarth’s wonderful Nuts and Bolt blog. Here’s a vimeo gem from seven years ago where Jane provides insights around career development for learning and development practitioners. A good quote from the video: “I think that folks in…