The Subject Matter Expert's Role in Training and Instructional Design

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Chuck Hodell

Recognizing that SMEs exist in all disciplines—and that a content expert is the same as a graphic artist or pro­grammer working on a project—opens unlimited avenues of cooperation and com­munication. More »

Make ’Em Laugh for Better Learning

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Lenn Millbower

If you use humor effectively your attendees will relax, dispel negative emotion and, most importantly, retain your message. More »

Applying the Brain Rules to Training

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Brownell Landrum

Brain Rules by John Medina identifies 12 insights into how the brain works. Not only is his book entertaining and a fascinating read, it also provides some valuable tools to help us know how the brain works so we can become more effective trainers. More »

How I Apply T&D Skills and Concepts to Teaching Photography

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Eli Vega

Believe it or not, my photography business overlaps quite a bit with my HR career. I would like to share what T&D skills and principles I have applied that have helped me achieve successful evaluations throughout the years. More »

Color Your World

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Lenn Millbower

Color is generally an afterthought in training. This is unfortunate, because people see color before they absorb content; every color has a unique wavelength; and our brains respond uniquely to different colors. More »