Emerging Technologies
Breakthrough technologies impacting how people work, shop, entertain, and live that can ultimately affect how people learn.
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Toolapalooza: The L&D Show and Tell
Get ready to add the favorite tools of this session to your toolkit at “Toolapalooza.” The only requirement for this session is that it is your favorite tool and that you use it in your work! It could be one you recently found or one you have used for years! Our speakers will share their favorite tools, and you share yours! This quick-paced session is designed for L&D professionals eager to discover new ways to engage, educate, and excite.
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Focus on Video: From Aspect Ratio to Zoom-In
From optimizing aspect ratios and incorporating dynamicb-roll footage to mastering captions and developing comprehensive shot lists,you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the building blocks of captivatingvideo. Packed with ready-to-use templates, guides, and resources, this sessionequips you with the knowledge and tools to elevate your learners’ experiencethrough the power of video. Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your video skillsand unlock new possibilities for your L&D projects. Join us as we explorethe world of video, from the technical details to the creative possibilitiesthat will transform your learning content.
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Embrace the Future: Why L&D Leaders Should Prioritize AI Digital Literacy
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how people work and their relationship with work, especially in how they see and define their professional identities. The impacts of AI are uniquely profound, marking a shift unlike those brought by previous technologies.
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PowerPoint and AI to Create Better Presentations, Faster
Microsoft Copilot will be a huge boost to storytelling, design, and visualization for many enabling them to create better presentations much more quickly and easily. It’s easily the most exciting thing to happen to PowerPoint and the entire Office suite since it was first launched 30 years ago. But there are other, more subtle, but equally useful AI tools that help you in various ways. From creating custom graphics and layouts to finding suitable content incorporating web cam feeds into your slides to automatic subtitles and translations of your presentation as you deliver it live. Certainly, plenty to cover that…
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Visual Design Tools for L&D: Enhance, Enrich & Engage
Designing learning experiences often includes various elements of visual design. This can range from arranging layouts for digital and print materials to choosing or creating images, organizing text, and planning the frames of a video. However, finding the time to produce polished, professional visuals and locate the right tools can be challenging. In this session, we’ll cover:
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Design for All: Tools for Accessible Design
Most of us want to be the best designers we can. We care about ensuring everyone can access the learning experiences we create. However, we are also overwhelmed with work, unrealistic deadlines, and limited resources. Sometimes, we are stuck making tradeoffs that can result in producing content that isn’t as accessible as it should be. And, if you’re like me, you’re left with that disappointed feeling that your work is substandard. In this session, I’ll share some of our team’s favorite tools for creating accessible learning experiences. You’ll get a short demo of each tool with examples of how we…
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Brainstorming & Designing Learning Experiences: Power Up with Collaborative Tools
In this session, we’ll explore how the right tools can enhance brainstorming, foster innovation, and simplify the creation of impactful learning experiences. You’ll discover how to use collaborative platforms to align your team, spark creativity, and take your projects from concept to completion – faster and more efficiently. Whether you’re designing courses, brainstorming concepts, or just looking to enhance collaboration, these tools will help you stay connected, organized, and inspired.
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 11/18/2024
This week’s Curated Content explores how emerging technologies, inclusive design, and adaptive learning strategies are reshaping learning experiences to be more engaging, accessible, and aligned with modern organizational goals.
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Embracing AI Role Plays: Strategies for Effective Onboarding, Coaching and Productivity
As organizations expand their sales teams, theneed for effective onboarding, continuous coaching, and resource productivitybecomes both more challenging and more important. That’s where AI comes to the rescue! Discover howAI role-plays are the solution to scalability, productivity and drivingmeasurable results.
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Navigating the Multigenerational Workforce: Leveraging Diversity for Organizational Success
Create an inclusive, dynamic workplace that embraces multigenerational strengths. Learn strategies for personalized learning, tech-enabled flexibility, and continuous learning with award-winning designer Ellen Burns-Johnson.