Editor’s note: John Seely Nbrown says that unlearning is an important part of learning. I like this line ‘While focusing on learning is fine, another real challenge is unlearning. We know that in this age of exponential change, global influences and zigzag careers, the ability to unlearn in order to learn anew, and re-frame in order to see differently is paramount.’
Editor’s note: Tomorrow (10th October) is World Mental Health Day. This research shows the extent of mental health problems in the workplace.
Editor’s note: I never knew there were a) so many biases and b) so many biases that affect decision making. Presented in an easy-to-read info graphic.
Editor’s note: This article looks at the impact of context on learning. Useful points around the generalisation of training – can one piece of training developed for one business unit work across the entire business?
Editor’s note: Some great tips here for running effective live online learning sessions.
Editor’s note: Jane Hart has elaborated on her recently published top 100 tools list with this set of trends shaping L&D. Some great insights here.
Editor’s note: So, what does it say when the company that invented employee ranking turns away from annual performance reviews?
Editor’s note: Dave Kelly curates the key resources from this week’s Dev Learn conference in the US. Loads of goodness to click through here.
Editor’s note: OK, this is not directly linked to learning but it is a great article on how Spotify is using human music selection and algorithms to curate playlists. This could be the future of information curation . . .
Editor’s note: A really great session from Dr Chris Atherton on how humans process information and how to design this into learning experiences.
Editor’s note: If yet another piece of research was needed to support better people management in organisations then here it is!
Editor’s note: Jane Hart has just published her annual list of the top 100 tools as used by learning professionals. Always a good read to see what’s in fashion and what is going out of fashion.
Editor’s note: Scary or the saviour of productivity? This article looks at the quantified employee.
Editor’s note: An interesting approach here to use a war game to try and solve talent management issues in the US military.
Editor’s note: Despite the overstated title of this piece, there are some good points which will challenge anybody’s use of PowerPoint and why they use it.