At GLP we see “learning events” and “meetings” as distinct and unique gatherings. The principles and practices of a learning-centered approach apply to both, however, there are also differences that need to be considered. The main difference: In learning events, we determine what learners want or need to learn that is new. As designers of […]
At GLP we have come to know that embodying a learning-centered approach in all that we do is a lifelong journey of discovery and innovation. If you are reading this, you may have begun your journey through reading Jane Vella books, taking courses, grappling with what you’ve learned in the context of your daily life […]
This is about you taking ownership of your growth and learning. Each individual is unique with their own interests, skills and preferred ways of doing things. For this reason, when it comes to professional development and personal growth, who better to decide on personal practices and tools than you. Praxis is the practice of doing […]
Increasingly, organizations and companies see the value of having a thoughtful approach to making decisions. Decision-making in meetings can consume a lot of our time or they can be satisfying opportunities to learn from colleagues and accomplish meaningful work together. Here are ten tips for decision-making done well. Figure out how important and urgent a […]
This post is the first in a series of three, co-created by Val Uccellani (Global Learning Partners) and Anouk Janssens-Bevernage (DynaMind eLearning). Read the other two posts in this series: 3 Things Seasoned Facilitators Can Learn From E-Facilitation and 5 Ways to Create Tough and Engaging Online Team Tasks. ***** Respect. Safety. Engagement. Inclusion. Relevance. […]
When you’re designing any kind of learning event – a workshop, seminar, class, meeting – one of the most important components of your design is your learning tasks, those elements of the event in which the learners do something with the content they’ve set out to learn. For learning that lasts, use the 4-A Model, a foolproof […]
Email correspondence is not as straightforward as it seems. Although it can be a helpful and effective way to communicate with colleagues and clients, it can also be unhelpful and annoying. Below are 10 tips for effective email communications. Be clear and specific! Most of us have way too many emails and too little time […]