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“I never lose. I either win or learn.”
— Nelson Mandela
I’ve been playing with 'tiny experiments' lately—small, low-stakes tweaks just to see what happens. I’ve been running them everywhere: at home, at work, and, as you’ll see, right here in this newsletter. Today's experiment is a “skinny” version of the newsletter. It turns out this thing has gotten a little… hefty—both in size and scroll length. So I trimmed it down to see if less might actually feel like more. Scroll through, see what you think, and then hit reply. Is this a step in the right direction—or have I gone too far? I’d love your thoughts.
Tame Impala is giving me a giant slice of happiness pie today!
🔥Top Pick of the Week
Why Harder Is Better: The Surprising Science of Desirable Difficulties
It turns out that the stuff that feels awkward or slow when we learn is actually what helps knowledge last. This article breaks down why struggle sharpens memory — and how to design for that sweet spot between easy and impossible.
LMSs for Instructional Designers: Everything You Need to Know. Free Webinar Recording
The webinar, Learning Management Systems for Instructional Designers, is now available as a free recording. Whether you're preparing for a job interview, selecting an LMS for your company, or simply want to strengthen your instructional design skills, you’ll find that it’s packed with valuable insights.
You'll learn how to:
Demystify LMS basics and the instructional designer's key role.
Answer the most common LMS-related interview questions with confidence.
Gain hands-on LMS experience, even without admin access.
Featured Expert: Opeyemi Ogundiran, Client Relationship Manager at iSpring, shares expert guidance on maximizing eLearning tools and streamlining training processes.
A Down-to-Earth Talk about L&D Automation: For anyone swamped with admin, Letitia Stefan makes it simple: use automation to ditch the busywork and focus on strategy, creativity, and connection.
One great listen for your walk, drive, or coffee break.
The EBD Show – “Interactivity Fever” If you’ve ever said, “But it needs to be interactive,” this one’s for you. This one dives into why we mistake movement for engagement — and how to cure the fever before your learning turns into a digital arcade.
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