As one might imagine, The Bob Pike Group always is looking for ways to make training relevant while still maintaining its participant-centered focus. When doing training online, that focus is even more critical as holding the participants' attention is more difficult to do. A few years ago, Becky Pluth came across Raptivity, a software that now has about 250 templates for creating interactive exercises for online training.
So quickly ASTD 2011 is approaching! The conference begins this Sunday. If you want to know about some of the places you can see me and my daughter, Becky Pike Pluth, facilitating interactive sessions-well, here it is!
We create our own weather. My mood sets the tone for the day. Happiness is a skill that can be learned; all it takes is a little practice.
Is it really the end of the world as we know it? Do you feel fine? Here are three steps you can take to gear up for the end of the training recession as we know it!
Sample Standard: US Government and Citizenship: Students will define and provide examples of fundamental principles and core values of American political and civic life.
Grade Level: 9-12
Time: 20-30 minutes
Sample Standard: Use reference aids such as glossary, dictionary, and available technology to investigate word origins, meanings and usage.
Grade Level: 7-8
Time: 20 minutes
At Central Kentucky Special Education Cooperative, a new philosophy of training is emerging. Training and self-development have become interchangeable terms. Through consultation and partnerships with The Bob Pike Group, a participant-centered (self-development) approach is used to deliver professional development.
How can we effectively harness emotions to benefit our learners and increase retention in training and development? Neuroscience is looking at just this!
Knowing what you're good at AND what you're interested in can help you figure out where you want to go from "here." Do you enjoy your job? Really? If not, assess what you can offer and where you want to go from where you are.
Asked: In a training situation, how can I develop critical thinkers who can trouble shoot and problem solve without boring the heck out of them?
