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 […]
Closing a learning event is as important as opening it! This is the moment when learners are invited to envision how the new learning will show up in their daily lives. Closing activities are essential to solidify and transfer the learning that took place during the event. Jeanette Romkema and Tyler Phillips worked with Sinapis […]
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 […]
The Chat box is highly underrated. All meeting spaces have this feature, but it is not often used. And even more rarely, explored. Here are some great reasons to use the Chat box: to invite in all voices Rarely does everyone have a voice in a session (in-person or virtual). Since meaning-making is personal, every […]
As of late, PowerPoint has gotten a bad rap … at least we think so. In many cases, this is for good reason. However, we are too easily lured in by slick technology with tons of bells and whistles. PowerPoint can be used in all sorts of different ways to enhance engagement, prompt dialogue, and […]
Many companies are taking recent measures to either encourage, or in some cases mandate, employees to work from home to curtail the spread of the Coronavirus. Pandemic worries aside, working from home brings its own set of challenges like resisting distractions and securing a dedicated workspace. Other challenges include bringing your work online and leading […]