Instructional Design
Applying learning theory and design strategies to meet specific performance goals through the creation of instructional materials and formal learning experiences.
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Be Concrete! Why Simple Language Matters in the AI Age
The common goal though—and especially the goal of leaders—stays the same: The messages should persuade and lead to action. To achieve that, recipients must understand them.
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Bringing Game-Based Learning into Everyday Practice
Game-based learning is about applying well-known mechanics to make training more motivating and practical. Anyone can use these methods without special tech. Focus on the mechanics themselves to create a meaningful learning experience.
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Why Attendees Love DevLearn
What makes DevLearn such a standout experience? Attendees from last year’s event told us what they loved, and to no surprise it’s not just one thing. It’s the energy, the ideas, and the people. It starts with inspiration DevLearn sets the tone right away. Attendees highlighted the opening keynote and general sessions as energizing and idea-filled, offering fresh perspectives they could immediately apply and new ways of thinking about […]
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Play Is the Method, Not the Motivation
Graded environments incentivize defensiveness and performance; games incentivize experimentation.
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The Thirty Under Program Returns in 2026…to DevLearn!
The Learning Guild’s Thirty Under 30 program is back for 2026, and this year it’ll be at DevLearn Conference & Expo (Nov 4-6). Designed to spotlight the next generation of emerging leaders, the program recognizes young professionals who are already making an impact in L&D, customer education, higher education, and other roles focused on adult learning, training, and performance enablement and development. Applications are […]
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Urgent Patience in the Age of AI
The future of learning and development will not be defined by how quickly organizations deploy AI tools. It will be defined by how well their learning systems continue to evolve once their expertise becomes observable.
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Debunking L&D Myths: What DevLearn Attendees Want to Change in 2026
At DevLearn, we asked attendees what L&D myths they’re ready to leave behind in 2026. Their answers reveal an industry eager to challenge assumptions and rethink how learning really works. Learning isn’t easy to create One of the most direct misconceptions attendees called out is the idea that creating learning is simple. There’s often a perception that anyone can quickly put together a course or training and […]
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Uncover Hidden Flaws: Red Teaming Your Training Plans
Discover the transformative power of red teaming in training and development. A technique aimed at overcoming cognitive biases and groupthink, red teaming provides a systematic approach to challenge assumptions and improve strategic planning. This session will introduce you to the principles of red teaming and demonstrate how to apply them to your training plans. Learn […]
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Virtual Training in 2026 & Beyond
It’s been 5 years since most organizations abruptly moved all their training programs online. Virtual training is still a viable learning solution, and in many situations it’s the best option. At the same time, it’s a good idea to step back and consider if your strategy is still meeting organizational needs, achieving desired results, and […]
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Capes Optional: The Superpowers L&D is Dreaming About
At DevLearn 2025 we asked attendees: If you could have one L&D superpower what would it be? Their answers weren’t about flashy technology or unlimited budgets, but instead they pointed to where learning professionals feel friction, and what they believe would make the greatest difference in their work. Strategic clarity and influence Many attendees wished for the ability to quickly define strategy and, […]