Stoke the Fire for Social Learning Success

Dan Steer

  There are many different ways to use social media for learning, and its benefits have already been well documented. But not every formal learning initiative that uses social media is successful. If you’ve been trying things out yourself, you may have reali... More »

Training, Technology, and "The Law of the Hammer": Part 2

Pete Weaver

Last week, I discussed the importance of applying the right tool to the right learning scenario, and I stressed that regardless of the tools we have at our disposal, a few maxims about effective learning systems remain unchanged. Specifically, we need to ask ourselves: More »

Training, Technology, and "The Law of the Hammer": Part 1

Pete Weaver

In 1996, Abraham Maslow (best known for his theorem of the hierarchy of needs in psychology) quipped that “I suppose it is tempting, if the only tool you have is a hammer, to treat everything as if it were a nail.” Two years earlier, the American philosopher... More »

Five Tips for Success When Using Games in Training

Rachel Miller

Games break the ice, energize, and most importantly, reinforce and review learning. Game-based learning activities build confidence, lift morale, spark enthusiasm, and ultimately, achieve results. When you’re considering whether or not to use a game in training, a... More »

Poster Sessions: Not Just for the Science Crowd

Juana Llorens

If business card swapping is high on your to-do list for ASTD 2012, be sure to take a few minutes to check out the Community of Practice networking event(s). There are numerous chances to meet your community manager(s) as well as colleagues who share your professio... More »