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Establishing ROI at Every Phase of ADDIE
One of the hot topics in L&D right now is establishing an organization’s return on investment (ROI) from training offerings. This can feel daunting, especially if your L&D department lacks bandwidth. With increasing demands to do more with less, finding time to do the legwork to gather and compile all the data can feel like the final straw on the camel’s back.
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Promoting Employee Development: Beyond the ‘Banking Model’
Creating effective design strategies in line with effective adult learning theories is not an easy task for L&D specialists who face corporate constraints, such as appeasing company policies, scheduling development opportunities around busy schedules, meeting ROIs, and working with limited budgets. These constraints also cascade to employees who resist learning opportunities based on prior experiences […]
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New Dates & Location for the Learning Leadership Conference 2025
The Learning Guild announces the 2025 Learning Leadership Conference in Orlando (Oct 1-3), featuring L&D executives from top companies, expanded networking, and deep dives into AI, data, and leadership development. Early registration discounts available.
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You Can Lead a Horse to Water: Make Learning Stick with Soft Skills
We’ve all heard the saying, “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink.” This adage is particularly relevant in the world of learning and development. As educators, trainers, or mentors, we can provide learners with all the resources and opportunities they need, but how do we ensure that the learning […]
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The Power of Storytelling in eLearning: Techniques to Try
Human connection is anchored in storytelling. Whether we are entertaining ourselves with books, television, and movies or connecting with each other in conversation, storytelling is a powerful component of what sets us apart from the rest of the animal kingdom. It’s how we make sense of the world, share experiences, and build relationships. Let’s explore […]
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Human-First: Designing Learning Journeys in the AI Era
The learning world is changing a lot because of AI. It’s been three years since we started experimenting with this technology, first cautiously and without seeing much promise. Now, it seems almost inevitable that AI will be used at all stages of creating a learning solution. The biggest benefit it has brought so far has […]
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Turbocharge Your Professional Development with AI
You’ve just mastered a few new eLearning authoring tools, and now AI is knocking on the door, offering to do your job faster, smarter, and without needing coffee breaks. Should you be worried? Or excited? If you’re a Learning and Development (L&D) professional today, AI is more than just a buzzword—it’s transforming the way we […]
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Adding AI to Every Step in Your eLearning Design Workflow
We know that eLearning is a staple of training and development. The expectations of the learners are higher than ever: They expect a dynamic, interactive, and personalized learning experience. As instructional designers, we are tasked with meeting these expectations by creating engaging and effective learning solutions. The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into our eLearning […]
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Bridging the Digital Divide: Why Accessibility in Virtual Environments Matters More Than Ever
The shift to virtual learning highlights accessibility gaps. Simply having features isn’t enough; we need to master their use. The Learning Guild’s checklist helps L&D pros audit platforms & skills, ensuring inclusive design.
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Create Engaging Learning—While Staying Compliant
Creating engaging and compliant learning content can often feel like walking a tightrope. You want your training to capture attention, spark curiosity, and leave a lasting impact, all while navigating a complex maze of regulations and standards. This balancing act can seem daunting, but it’s also an opportunity to innovate and push boundaries. When approached […]