Clarity Learning & Development Blog
Perspectives on the continuous evolution of workplace training, learning and leadership development.
What Writers Know About Instructional Learning and Microlearning
Technical writing and instructional learning have many similarities. As microlearning becomes more popular, the approach technical writers use when creating content often aligns with the creation of these modules, creating an intersection of two fields that may not seem so aligned on the surface.
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January 30, 2019
Next-Gen Training: Building the Best L&D Team
When you need to build a winning learning and development (L&D) team, composition is key. Not only do you need the ideal positions filled – ensuring that critical skill sets are covered – but you also need to focus on professionals with the right mindset.
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January 23, 2019
What Does Your Training Plan Look Like for the New Year?
Learning and development (L&D) programs ensure your staff remains competitive and productive. By becoming a learning-oriented organization, you have the ability to close skill gaps, embrace emerging technologies more effectively, and even differentiate yourself from the competition.
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January 16, 2019
The Agile Effect: The Benefits and Costs of Moving to an Agile Methodology?
The agile corporate-learning business model has been getting a lot of attention in recent times. Companies are seeing the benefits of a more agile production, design, and even leadership development programs. But an agile model isn’t for everyone. Here are some of the benefits and some of the costs to moving to an agile methodology.
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January 14, 2019
How Do You Win the Best Candidates for Your Training Team?
When you are looking to increase the size of your learning and development (L&D) team, finding the right candidates is a must. A single bad hire can be detrimental to your organization, harming productivity and decreasing the odds that you will achieve your goals.
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January 9, 2019
Instructional Design Trends for 2019
As we say goodbye to 2018, we also welcome a new set of emerging instructional design trends.Here are some 2019 instructional design trends that should be on your radar.
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January 2, 2019
Next Gen Training: Corporate Training for Multiple Generations
Many of the innovations and training methodology updates that circled around Millennials and Generation Z can be just as effective for Gen Xers and Baby Boomers. If you need to train multiple generations, here’s what you need to know.
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December 26, 2018
Next Gen Training: What Next-Gen L&D Looks Like
Learning and development (L&D) isn’t just stepping away from traditional paradigms, it’s sprinting away at a record pace. If you are wondering what next-gen L&D looks like, here’s what you need to know.
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December 19, 2018
Decoding the Newest Generations
Millennials are still spoken about like they are mysterious unicorns; as though they are rare sightings that are not fully understood. However, there are approximately 80 million Millennials today, and they are currently the largest generation in the workforce. In fact, the oldest members of Gen Y are actively moving into leadership roles, so understanding how they work is essential if your company is going to thrive.
If you are struggling to decode the newest generations, here’s what you need to know.
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December 12, 2018
Next Gen Training: What’s Different About How the Newest Workers Learn?
While it may seem strange that how people learn shifts with each generation, it is true. Today’s newest workers grew up with technology, altering their expectations regarding how information should be shared and presented. By understanding what makes them different, you can adjust your learning and development (L&D) programs to accommodate their needs, ensuring they get the most from the experience.
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December 5, 2018
Return on Expectations (ROE) vs. Return on Investment (ROI)
As a metric for learning and development programs, Return on Expectations measures how successfully a training program meets its objectives, typically based on changes in employee motivation and performance after completing a course.
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November 28, 2018
Instructional Design Trends: Combine Content and Technology
When companies make the most of available tech when creating their L&D programs, they can ensure that the content is presented in a manner that fully engages the learner. This can increase overall retention while also making learning fun, ensuring that employees have a positive view of the experience. If you are looking for ways to combine content with the latest tech, here is how you can get started.
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November 21, 2018
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