David Kelly
Chairman, The Learning Guild
David Kelly is the Chairman of the Learning Guild. David has been a learning and performance consultant and training director for over 20 years. He is a leading voice exploring how technology can be used to enhance training, education, learning, and organizational performance. David is an active member of the learning community, and can frequently be found speaking at industry events. He has previously contributed to organizations including ATD, eLearn Magazine, LINGOs, and more.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 10/7/2024
This week’s curated articles focus on leveraging innovation in leadership, embracing productive failure for deeper learning, integrating seamless e-learning experiences into workflows, adapting instructional design through AI collaboration, and recognizing the benefits of gaming for workplace skills and culture.
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Walt Disney’s Wisdom: Lessons for Learning & Development Leaders
Walt Disney’s quotes from construction walls at Disney World offer valuable lessons for Learning and Development (L&D) professionals. Themes like innovation, adaptability, and teamwork challenge us to think differently, embrace change, and foster growth. These quotes encourage L&D leaders to adopt new perspectives and continuously support the development of their learners.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 9/23/2024
This week’s curated articles focus on transitioning from reactive to proactive learning solutions, evaluating the benefits of AI upgrades, reflecting on the transformative nature of L&D, enhancing learner engagement through grid design, and developing facilitation skills to ensure inclusivity in hybrid learning environments.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 9/9/2024
Explore this week’s curated content, including practical strategies for inclusive eLearning design, ESPN’s AI-driven personalized fan experiences, frameworks aligning learning with business outcomes, addressing colonial biases in online education, and creative team-building activities for diverse work environments.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 8/26/2024
This week’s Curated Content highlights strategies for enhancing digital accessibility, leveraging retro computing for innovation, designing customized learning experiences, integrating data-driven approaches in small L&D teams, and embracing failure as a catalyst for continuous improvement.
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Reflecting on 20 years of Learning Tech Innovation
From the early days of mobile learning to the rise of VR and AI, DevLearn has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation. The event’s unique blend of cutting-edge technology and community has profoundly impacted the author’s professional journey, fostering grow and collaboration.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 8/12/2024
This week’s curated content highlights the importance of data-driven learner personas, the transformative role of generative AI in gaming and immersive experiences, the hidden costs of workplace non-collaboration, the complexities of isolating training impact, and how AI is revolutionizing VR by enhancing realism and engagement across industries.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 7/29/2024
This edition of Curated Content explores the power of AR & VR, a cautionary look at AI & Learning, lessons on inclusive design from a video game, and more.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 7/15/2024
This edition of Curated Content explores strategies for maximizing learning at events, leveraging AI for creativity, integrating empathy into leadership, enhancing virtual learning, and utilizing digital accessibility resources to create inclusive content.
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Using Data to Inform Learning and Work: Revisting Talithia Williams’ DevLearn Keynote
Talithia Williams’ keynote at DevLearn 2019 emphasized the transformative power of data analytics in learning and development, highlighting the importance of data literacy, actionable insights, and ethical practices to drive innovation and improve performance in education and the workplace.