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Book Review: The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain
What if raising our training to the next level was based in research of how real thinking takes place? Annie Murphy Paul’s new book explores this concept.
By Bill Brandon • -
8 Step Workflow for Instructional Video Production
This easy-to-use checklist provides a step-by-step workflow for creating engaging and effective training videos and offers tips for avoiding common mistakes.
By Christine Shaw • -
Get Inspired by the Work of Your Peers
Join us for the complimentary Best of DemoFest Webinar on June 2 at 10 AM PT to explore peer-made projects that were showcased during LS-DX.
By Christine Shaw • -
Create Better eLearning: Storyboarding Best Practices
Storyboarding is a powerful collaborative tool that allows eLearning creators to clearly communicate to partners what the final output will be like.
By Bill Brandon • -
Successful Upskilling & Reskilling Relies on Learning Leadership
Job skills change quickly. Learn why you need an effective upskilling & reskilling program and the learning leader’s role in implementing one.
By Pamela Hogle • -
4 Tips for Making Learning Data Part of Business Analytics
Effective communication about learning data should start with understanding the organizational context within which those data will be received and acted upon.
By Ben Betts • -
When Should You Use Branching Video Scenarios for eLearning?
Learning design is shifting from knowledge transfer to skill development. Scenario-based learning (SBL) is often the more effective approach.
By Bill Brandon • -
Successful Hybrid Teams Turn to Asynchronous Work Tools
With more remote and hybrid teams, it’s time to move to asynchronous collaboration and learning—a step that will reduce Zoom fatigue and boost engagement!
By Pamela Hogle • -
Workplace Learning: How to Create Videos with Purpose
We’re all accustomed to consuming content through video; workplace learning and development is no exception. Video can foster deeper engagement.
By Angeline Evans • -
What I Learned: Great Stories Unlock the WHY
Working at Disney is a masterclass in storytelling.
By JD Dillon •











