Posts Tagged learning
Ackoff and Greenberg: Turning Learning Right Side Up Book Talk Part 1 (Video)
Posted by Robert Bacal in Education and Schools on March 10, 2010
This will resonate with many people, and in particular old hippies and the new generation of fanatics who believe that social networking will replace schools, and who want to dismantle the existing school system. Ackoff and Greenberg are the real deal, smart, great to listen to, personable.
Here is the problem. What they have to say [...]
#lrnchat – Meeting of Dunces or Rich Learning Resource? Or Both? Oct. 8th Report
Posted by Robert Bacal in Robert's Editorials, Training & Technology, adult education on October 14, 2009
lrnchat is a twitter based system to chatting which has been trumpeted by at least some of its users and hosts, as being a prime example of how Twitter, and social network platforms can be rich in learning.
Periodically we’ll check in and take a look at the chat, and highlight some of the features, so [...]
Chief Learning Officer
Posted by in FREE!, human resources on October 2, 2009
Chief Learning Officer provides valuable guidance and insight to global enterprise education executives. The very people who oversee, authorize, fund and support learning and development programs turn to CLO as a trusted source when implementing initiatives for employees, customers, partners and suppliers. CLO gives them access to the knowledge and strategies they need to align workforce development with their overall business objectives. Request Free!
Concepts versus Skills in Training
Posted by Robert Bacal in Learning Theory To Practice on August 27, 2009
Don Clark, who is a prolific internet poster and website owner and I had a conversation about understanding the differences between concept and skill. Although we didn’t solve the issue, it’s interesting for trainers, since what we teach affects (or should) how we teach.
Don starts off (the parts with the >)
How People Learn (and What Technology Might Have To Do with It). ERIC Digest.
Posted by Robert Bacal in Learning Theory To Practice, Training & Technology, adult education on August 21, 2009
ERIC Identifier: ED470032
Publication Date: 2002-10-00
Author: Driscoll, Marcy P.
Source: ERIC Clearinghouse on Information and Technology Syracuse NY.
How People Learn (and What Technology Might Have To Do with It). ERIC Digest.
Boosting the Brain’s Power Into Old Age (Free Lecture)
Posted by Robert Bacal in For Learners, Training Tools & Techniques, Training Wisdom or Training Foolishness, adult education on August 20, 2009
As we have an aging population, and many of us are moving into our later middle and elderly years, the issue of brain health is becoming more interesting to many of us, both on a personal basis and as a societal issue. Here’s some information in lecture form about some claimed techniques for maintaining and [...]
“Social “Learning” Platforms and Advantages Over Previously Existing Technologies – Please Help
Posted by Robert Bacal in Training & Technology, Training Tools & Techniques, adult education on August 5, 2009
I’m not sure I understand what falls under the term “social learning” platforms since I’ve seen almost every thing imaginable, including YouTube, described as a social learning tool. But what I’m looking for is your views.
I’ve seen so many vague claims for the effectiveness of social learning, but I’m not really seeing clear explanations of [...]
Why Technology Never Has The Expected Positive Impact on Learning and Teaching
Posted by Robert Bacal in Learning Theory To Practice, Robert's Editorials, Training & Technology, Training Tools & Techniques, adult education on August 3, 2009
One thing that happens as you age, and provided you’ve been paying attention, is that patterns seem to emerge. You hear some people talking, and you can quickly determine what is going on, hostile, friendly, business, personal, whatever, from the patterns exhibited. Many things start to look familiar.
And you get the feeling you’ve seen most [...]
Do You Believe Learning By Doing is a Superior Learning Method? Is Your Hamster Smarter Than You?
Posted by Robert Bacal in Advice For Trainers, Learning Theory To Practice, Training For Trainers, Training Wisdom or Training Foolishness on July 12, 2009
If you believe learning by doing is a superior method of learning, and training, certainly better than old boring lectures, reading, etc, you’re in good (well, maybe not good) company. Many educators and trainers believe the same — that “real” learning can only occur if learners are demonstrably active. That is, you can see them [...]
If you run a training business…dealing with the slow economy
Posted by Robert Bacal in Advice For Trainers, Thought Jolts on February 24, 2009
It is an ideal time, particularly if you have less work, to start looking at new product/service lines. Introducing innovative products and services can place you way ahead of the game come the recovery. So build your “infrastructure” for the long term.
Become A Facebook Fan and Save!
Share Our Blog
Learn 4 Free- Discover How to Save on POS Systems and find a Low Cost POS System for Your Business Needs
- Promo P&I
- O+F Advisor
- Long Time, No See: How to Keep Work At-Home Agents Connected
- E-Mail Essentials
- Premise to Cloud-Based Call Center Solutions
- Be a Call Center Super Hero!
- The Empowered Customer: Productivity Enhancements in a Digital Era
- Self-Service: Putting Customers First Makes You a Winner
- Service Benchmarking and Measurement: Using Metrics to Drive Customer Satisfaction and Profits
