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“Time you enjoy wasting is not wasted time.”
– Marthe Troly-Curtin
Fall is in full swing around here, and it's my absolute favorite season! The leaves are turning bright colors, the weather is crisp and perfect, and the sun has been shining all week. Where can I live that has this type of weather year-round? What are you most excited about this fall?
Thanks for reading!
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🎶 What I’m Listening To
Did you catch Tame Impala from last week’s playlist? If not, you might like them.
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📰 News & Notes
Thinking Fast, Learning Faster: 10 L&D Insights From Daniel Kahneman
Have you read Daniel Kahneman's "Thinking, Fast and Slow"? It's a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the nuances of human cognition. Kahneman's dual-process theory—System 1 (intuitive) and System 2 (deliberate)—provides a framework for understanding how we think. By recognizing the strengths and limitations of both systems, L&D professionals can design training programs that effectively engage learners, reduce cognitive overload, and foster better decision-making. I’ve put together 10 key insights from it and how they can be applied to Learning & Development (L&D).
🎯Takeaway: Daniel Kahneman's "Thinking, Fast and Slow" offers valuable insights for L&D professionals, providing strategies to engage learners & reduce cognitive overload.
Five Easy Ways Instructional Designers Can Use Google NotebookLM
Google's NotebookLM is a groundbreaking tool for instructional designers, offering a fresh way to organize and synthesize vast amounts of information. Connie Malamed explores how NotebookLM can streamline content development, helping designers quickly draw insights from multiple sources and improve workflow efficiency. Have you tried this yet?
🎯Takeaway: Google's NotebookLM empowers instructional designers by using AI to streamline content organization, making eLearning development faster and more efficient.
Let’s focus on ‘Learning’ in MicroLearning
In this Learning Scientist post, Nidhi Sachdeva lays out how to supercharge your training programs with retrieval practice and spaced learning. These powerhouse techniques don’t just boost performance—they ensure critical information sticks. Nidhi tells us that by weaving these evidence-based strategies into your training, you’ll see a remarkable improvement in learning outcomes and knowledge retention.
Takeaway:Implementing retrieval practice and spaced learning can significantly boost the effectiveness of training programs.
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With the right partner, you can improve learner engagement, convert in-person training into online courses, and finish the existing eLearning initiatives you’ve already started. Whether your organization needs big wins or minor project support, learn how we can help you reach your L&D goals.
You’re invited to an action-packed webinar on Wednesday, October 30, at 12 noon CT.
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🧰 Tech Tools & Tips
If tools are your jam, check out my Work Smarter newsletter.
Elai.io AI Video Generator
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HeyForm
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🎧 Podcast
This is the conversation that caught my ear this week. You can find previously featured podcasts in my Friday Finds podcast playlist.
ID on a Shoestring with Brian Washburn
Brian Washburn talks about his book ID on a Shoestring and shares insights on how to be a great instructional designer with little or no budget PLUS the joys and pains of writing a book!
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🧳 Where’s Mike?
If you or your event needs a speaker or workshop that is highly interactive and super practical, we should talk.
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