Learning Rebels Podcast

How the Adult Brain Works. Neuroscience and Adult Learning

How the Adult Brain Works. Neuroscience and Adult Learning
The discussion around neuroscience and learning is always interesting and this was no exception. Our special Learning Rebels guest, Stella Collins from Stellar Labs shared all kinds of knowledge bombs! There was so much to process and it was great everyone contributed their thoughts...this is how we all "Learn Something New"!
Key AHA Statements:
"Neuroscience is any of the Sciences that relates to brains behaviors and people. Neuroscience is the physical of - 'How does your brain connect'?"
"Neuroscience is not just one science. The science of learning is many different types of Sciences."
"Recognition is not as strong as recall"
"Get more blood to the brain through movement to strengthen learning ties"
"Be aware of people trying to sell you something, do your own research"
Avoid the "BASIC" approach to learning:
Boredom
Avoid Abstract
Stress
Information overload
Cognitive overload
Additional Resources
 
ResourcesVideo recording: https://vimeo.com/631428299Full audio transcription hereCopy of the chatbox conversation hereBuy Stella's Book: Neuroscience for Learning and Development: How to Apply Neuroscience and Psychology for Improved Learning and Training HereResources from Stella Collins:Website Resources: https://www.stellarlabs.eu/resourcesLinkedIn Course: Using Neuroscience for More Effective L&DStellar Labs Learning AuditsDownload Stellar Labs Infographics: How to apply science-based training to your learning strategies

Secrets to Creating a Workplace Mentoring Program

Creating a Workplace Mentoring Program
 
What does it take to sustain and nurture a workplace mentoring program and prepare for challenges that will come our way?
To create a program both potential mentors and mentees will benefit from, we need to put a twist on the creation process. Humans, being humans it's not simply a matter of placing person "A" with person "B". It's about building connections that matter.
And just as important, if a mentoring program is poorly handled there can be detrimental effects. Research from the Journal of Vocational Behavior has found that poor mentoring experiences can lead to lasting psychological effects. Yikes!
I encourage you to download the chat. There were MANY excellent tips and actionable advice anyone can use. PLus check out all the tools below.
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Get your copy of the chat hereElements of Effective Practice for Mentoring: 4TH EDITION A CHECKLIST FOR MENTORING PROGRAMS
Mentorloop: Pre-Launch Checklist
Wharton School of Management: Value of MentoringJoin the conversation
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Host: Shannon Tipton

Tactics for Working with Your Subject Matter Expert

 
Working Successfully with Subject Matter Experts
 
How can we better manage our relationships with SMEs so it’s less about who’s right, but what’s best for the people and the business?
 
This is the big question on the table with today’s Learning Rebels Coffee Chat.
 
Regardless of your role in Learning and Development, all have had moments working with a Subject Matter Expert where things go off the rails. Sometimes it's because of a power struggle between us and them - but many times it's because of a lack of communication and empathy for each other.
There were so many excellent tips and ideas. Some are fresh ideas and others are best practices reimagined. All very clever!
Most excellent! Research Mentioned
6 Tactics for working with your Subject Matter ExpertHow To Work More Effectively With Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)4 Strategies For Successfully Working With Subject-Matter ExpertsWorking with Subject Matter ExpertsJoin the conversation
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Culture of Collaboration

Shownotes:
 
Building a Culture of Collaboration
How can we work towards a higher level of team collaboration by incorporating habits that promote empathic questioning and building an environment safe for robust conversation?
This is the big question on the table during this Learning Rebels Coffee Chat.
While the benefits of a collaborative work environment are clear, creating one doesn't happen overnight. How can we work towards a higher level of team collaboration by incorporating solid communication habits and then using the appropriate tools that encourage collaboration?  Check out this post: The 6 Features of a Collaborative Culture
Research Referenced
The Irresistible Organization PodcastBuilding the Simply Irresistible Organization
Works of Josh Bersin10 Tips for Organizing Focus GroupsSteering Committees: Everything You Should to Know
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Motivating and Engaging Self-Directed Learners

When priorities compete, how can we best support those who really want to enhance their skills and take ownership of their professional development?
This is the big question on the table during this Learning Rebels Coffee Chat.
Committed self-directed learners are hard to find and are becoming harder to motivate. What if organizations could teach their employees to be self-directed learners? How can organizations encourage and support continuous and collaborative learning?How can we:
Help them discover the need.
Help them to reinforce results.
Help them connect learning to their values.
Give them more control.
Answer the "so-what" question.
Challenge the brain more.
Download this list to judge if you are headed in the right direction. Originally created for academia, the concepts hold water in the corporate world.
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Helping Managers Support Workplace Learning

How do we get learning to stick like super glue when the managers have competing priorities?
This is the big question on the table for this week’s Learning Rebels Coffee Chat.
The reality is there are a bazillion things that stand between a learner and learning application – chief of which is their manager. How do get them to support the learning, and even more importantly, how do we get them to apply critical learning reinforcement efforts?
How can we empathize more with the managers balancing act of productivity versus team growth?
How do we get managers involved in the actual training?
How do we involve management in course design?
How can we help build a culture where management involvement is the norm rather than the exception?
Download these resources to help you with your conversations:
7 Tips to Activate Managers, LinkedIn Learning
The Biggest Myth in Building a Learning Culture:
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Learn Something New Wednesday with Richard Fleming: Writing Powerful Stories (even if you think you can’t)

LSN Wednesday Storytelling – Shownotes
 
How to create stories that hook people emotionally and earn learner attention and engage their emotions so that training turns into action?
As L&D people we tell stories all the time, to explain to a participant how he might improve, or to inspire a reflection exercise, or to connect learning to life lessons.Storytelling is an essential skill, but what makes a compelling story in a business context? And how can you improve your ability to tell stories that persuade and teach?During this Learn Something New Wednesday, Sage Media discusses how to:
Avoid the pitfalls that commonly arise when crafting stories for learning, how to overcome the risks, and ultimately create your "happily-ever-after".
Develop your own powerful stories.
How to begin building and strengthening your creative storytelling talents.
Resources for this chat
Video Recording: https://vimeo.com/666128545/f2a48a4013Recording Transcript (check out first steps to take at the 20min mark): Click hereOther Sage Media resources:
The Core Premise WorksheetSage Academy: How Storytelling can Engage the Learner (sign-up for their newsletter!)
How to "storify" Learning Content: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-story-fy-learning-content-austin-welch/
What "Mad Men" Taught Me about Learning Design: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-mad-men-taught-me-learning-design-austin-welch/
Storytelling, Design Thinking and Emotion (interview): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IwcnKzi4mDE
Extensive video blog with resources: http://sage.media/blog/
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Ensuring Learning Stickiness

Ensuring Sticky Learning
 
How can L&D better adjust for "after training" learning reinforcement? How can we level up ongoing learning support?
This is the big question on the table with today’s Learning Rebels Coffee Chat.
Organizational training budgets topped 82.5 BILLION. Billion, with a “B”. So why isn't training getting the job done? A recent Harvard Business Review Report points out that only 12% of learners say they apply the skills from the training they receive to their job. This the issue we are tackling today.
There were so many excellent tips and ideas. Some are fresh ideas and others are best practices reimagined. All very clever! Get your Coffee Chat video recording here: https://vimeo.com/646178536/edf72e9bd7Get your copy of the conversation from the chat hereDownload updated 7 Tips for Learning Reinforcement SheetJoin the conversation
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