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Friday Finds — Pain Map of Learning, Post-AI ID, Neuroscience of Presentations
🗺️ Pain Map of Learning | 🤖 Post-AI ID | 🧠 Neuroscience of Presentations
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📰 News & Notes
The “Pain Map Of Learning”: How Trainers Can Make Learning Fun Again
Imagine trying to learn without a plan—like wandering in a maze without a map! In his blog post, Sean D’Souza of Psychotactics explains that creating a "learning map" is essential to effective learning. By outlining clear steps and making information digestible, this map keeps us on track, boosts our confidence, and ensures we don't end up lost in the fog of confusion. So, next time you're learning something new, don't just dive in—grab a map and navigate your way to success!
🎯 Take away: Creating a clear "learning map" is key to navigating new information and staying on track with your learning goals.
The Post-AI Instructional Designer
In a world where AI's the hot new tool in the instructional designer's kit, it's not about fearing a robot takeover; it's about embracing the tech to free up your creative juices! Dr. Philippa Hardman explains how post-AI designers can ditch the mundane tasks, like sorting through endless content, and focus on what really matters: crafting engaging, human-centered learning experiences. AI might be the whiz at data, but it’s the designers who add the magic. So, bring on the bots, but remember—they’re just here to help!
🎯 Take away: AI frees up instructional designers from tedious tasks, allowing them to focus on creating engaging, human-centered learning experiences.
Start Strong: The Neuroscience of Persuasive Presentations
Want to hook your audience from the get-go? Neuroscience says to ditch the data and start with a story. According to Carmine Gallo in Inc., kicking off your presentation with a compelling narrative taps into the brain's primal instincts, engaging listeners emotionally and making them more receptive to your message. So, whether you're pitching an idea or leading a team meeting, remember that a great story is your secret weapon for persuasion!
🎯 Take away: Start your presentation with a compelling story to engage your audience's emotions and boost your persuasive power.
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Your retail frontline’s performance directly affects your bottom-line results. But, with proper training and resources, your frontline can flourish—leading to better outcomes for everyone, including your business. Read these retail training tips and be on your way to improving your training today!
🧰 Tech Tools & Tips
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Did you know that learning, at its core, is brain modification? It’s more than just the content we create—it’s about reshaping the brain itself. To truly help your learners learn, we need to deepen our understanding of how the brain works. That's exactly what aNewSpring will explore on September 5th, from 9:00–10:00am (EST). Come explore this fascinating process firsthand during a blended learning experience led by Roy de Vries and Lauren Waldman.
🎧 Podcast
This is the conversation that caught my ear this week. Check out previous episodes in the Friday Finds podcast playlist.
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🧳 Where’s Mike?
Greater Cincinnati ATD, Online, September 4
2024 COATD Learning Technology and Design Day, Columbus, September 10
DevLearn, Las Vegas, November 5-8
5th Annual Design for Deeper Learning Fall Series, November 14
If you or your event needs a speaker or workshop that is highly interactive and super practical, we should talk.
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