By leveraging an integrated learning framework, organizations can develop a training and performance program that helps employees apply learning immediately, teaches workers how to share and transfer knowledge effectively, and aligns learning initiatives with overall bu... More »

Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Business Impact , Curriculum Alignment , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General

In companies with fewer than 100 employees, owners and managers must participate in the delivery of products or services and train new employees at the same time. These small businesses usually do not have human resource or training departments. Consequently, any traini... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Business Impact , Delivering Training , Designing Learning , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General

The obvious goal of any learning event is to provide or enhance attendees knowledge, skills, and attitudes. In preparing to do this, you need to do your homework and decide many things related to the format, content, delivery, location, materials needed, and much more. ... More »

Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Business Impact , Managing the Learning Function , Training and Development - General

One of the most mindful discussions of our time is that of the world economy. During recessionary eras, expenditures become hard fought for and the pressure for increased revenue becomes more intense. The training field is no stranger to the negative effects of hard eco... More »

Human Capital , Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Business Impact , Economy , Managing the Learning Function , Trends

People often ask questions, such as, "What kinds of metrics are most commonly used to measure ROI?" There then follows discussions on the kinds of measures used, or that shouldn't be used, and sometimes the conversation goes off track and conflict brakes out. While peop... More »

Learning & Development

Beginner Level Content , Business Impact , Managing the Learning Function , Measuring and Evaluating