Meditation and relaxation in training – how not to sound like a “hippy”
Meditation and reflection doesn’t have to be a feel-good-hippy concept to be used in training, it can be a very important part of learning.
Consistency in instructional design – using heuristics to increase learning
Consistency in training is necessary for learners to know what is expected of them. Building these relationships rely on something called heuristics.
The best software tools for instructional designers
New instructional designers are always wanting to know what the best tools are for doing their work. I answer this question right here!
Analyzing the B crowd
How do we determine which employees we observe and analyze for creating training? I submit that we are doing it wrong if we are analyzing and basing our training on top performers. Here’s why.
Produce, design, create – a matrix for instructional design
Taking a page from my years as a freelance graphic designer, I developed a “Scope of work performed” matrix to help my Instructional Design team set boundaries and expectations for projects. I use what I call the “Produce, Design, Create” model.