Developing accessible training includes making it available in the languages your learners speak. In this episode, we talk to Nick Strozza and Larry Pilotto from Interpro Translation Services to understand how to ensure that eLearning translations are successful. Show notes: Interpro Translation Services shares best practices for eLearning translations, including the importance of early collaboration on the project. Early Engagement is Key: Engage with your translation partner early in the project to accommodate localization needs and ensure translations are not an afterthought. Localization ..read more

Successful L&D projects just don’t happen. They require effective communication, team alignment, and empathy to drive business outcomes. Penske’s Learning & Development Manager Laurie Strauss and Project Manager Samantha Thompson share their team’s best practices for project management and why they focus on the people before the process.     Show Notes:  Here are the key takeaways from Laurie Strauss and Samantha Thompson's discussion about L&D project management.  Focus on People over Process: They advocate for a mindset shift where project management is ..read more

Leadership plays an instrumental role in the success of any organization. That’s why D&H Distributors values leadership training. Megan Garrett, director of L&D and DE&I shares how her team built a leadership training program from the ground up and how it’s contributing to measurable growth of team members and their company.    Show Notes: Megan Garrett shares her journey of building a leadership training program and offers these key points. Strategic Approach to Competencies: D&H Distributors took a strategic approach by identifying key competencies applicable acros ..read more

For twenty years, The Learning Guild has helped shape the conversation for learning professionals. Learning Guild CEO David Kelly shares his perspective on the evolution of the training industry, the role of new technologies, and emerging opportunities for industry leaders.   Show Notes: David explores the shifting dynamics of how organizations approach learning and development. Here are some of his key takeaways. Training in the Flow of Work: David reminds us that the most disruptive way to train someone is to take them off the job and have them attend training. When possible, providing ..read more

The user experience is more than just usability. In this episode, learning experience and design consultant Connie Malamed shares practical methods for improving the effectiveness of eLearning.      Show Notes: Connie Malamed shares tips for learning experience design including: Importance of User Experience (UX): User experience is the totality of a person's interaction with a product or learning event. This includes factors like engagement, satisfaction, and even support from managers and other who contribute to a positive learner experience. Common Mistakes in Usability: One ..read more

The right combination of strategic planning, organizational development, and training can lead to success. In this episode, Monica Gould, President of Strategic Consulting Partners, shares how meaningful learning experiences can engage a workforce. Show Notes: These takeaways reflect Monica Gould's insights into effective learning strategies, organizational development, and the importance of customization and measurement in training initiatives. Create meaningful learning experiences: Consider shifting from traditional lecture-based learning to more meaningful learning experiences. Gould sa ..read more

Students at Harrisburg University (HU) are learning how to evaluate and leverage technology to create engaging experiences. Charles Palmer, Executive Director, Center for Advanced Entertainment and Learning Technologies and Program Chair and Associate Professor, Interactive Media shares how the lessons learned at the University can be applied to new approaches in eLearning development. Show Notes: HU's Charles Palmer offered a thoughtful approach to using technologies to improve the learning experience including these takeaways: Engaging learners in active learning experiences and practical ..read more

As you design and develop learning experiences, AI can be a powerful ally. In this episode, Jenessa Jacobs, director of training at Second Avenue offers ways you can use artificial intelligence.  Show Notes:AI enthusiast Jenessa Jacobs shared these insights about leveraging artificial intelligence to improve your L&D work. Utilize AI as a Partner: Treat AI as if it were another knowledgeable person in the room. Use it to bounce ideas off of, discuss topics, and seek assistance in various aspects of your work. Save Brain Power: AI can be a valuable tool to save your cognitive resourc ..read more

Learning and development professionals are finding new ways to leverage the power of artificial intelligence every day. Michelle Echevarria, director of learning and development at JBS International and an early champion of AI, shares some best practices for using AI in the L&D industry. SHOW NOTES: Michelle Echevarria offers many ideas for using AI in your daily L&D work including the following:  AI Integration is Inevitable: AI is becoming increasingly prevalent in the field of learning and development. While it's still in its early stages, it's essential to recognize that AI ..read more

Making the move from instructor-led training to eLearning can be a massive undertaking but as our guests David Grodzicki and Jared Morgan from StoneX explain, having a learning strategy based on tried and true techniques is half the battle.    Show Notes: David Grodzicki and Jared Morgan share their journey launching the StoneX eLearning Risk Management Academy and offer advice for other learning leaders embarking on a large-scale learning project. These takeaways emphasize the importance of careful planning, collaboration with SMEs, and taking a learner-centric approach when convert ..read more