Confound It! The mathematics of learning language
Editor’s note: What happens when you use analyse language development using a theory used in physics? Interesting insights into how we learn words.
Browsing: Curated
Can computer games change the world?
Editor’s note: A look at how serious games are helping tackle global issues.
Rhizomatic learning is a metaphor for how we learn
Editor’s note: Rhizomatic learning – a theory for the chaotic world in which we live . . . and learn. With a link to Steve Wheeler’s learning theories slide deck as feature on the site today.
How Gen Y learns
Editor’s note: Some useful reflections on the changing learning needs and expectations of younger adults. Do not be put off by the gen Y label. Thanks to @c4lpt for sharing.
The 12 habits of highly collaborative organizations
Editor’s note: Insights on successful collaboration. You won’t be surprised to find this is not about the technology.
Social sharing behavior more prevalent on mobiles than desktops
Editor’s note: People are much more likely to share content on mobile devices compared to desktops. Implications for learning content? Thaks to @andrewjacobsld for sharing
9 facts every creative needs to know about collaborative teams
Editor’s note: These facts on optimising team collaboration are supported with links to relevant psychological research.
Gensler’s US Workplace Survey on workplace design
Editor’s note: Open plan offices might oil the wheels of collaboration but the noise and distraction can diminish our effectiveness at work. Thanks to HR_Gem for sharing.
8 killer single-purpose design tools
Editor’s note: Some useful design tools here – from data visulaisation tools to timelines.
Making a big decision? Don’t wait for everyone to agree
Editor’s note: Three tips on how to beat consensus-gridlock in the decision making process.
The future of L&D
Editor’s note: L&D practitioner Sukh Pabial responds to the results of the LPI’s Capability Map with a provocative view of the future of the profession.
The science of chunking, working memory, and how pattern recognition fuels creativity
Editor’s note: Cambridge neuroscientist Daniel Bor, author of The Ravenous Brain: How the New Science of Consciousness Explains Our Insatiable Search for Meaning looks at how pattern-recognition is essential to consciousness and our entire experience of life.
The 7 habits of highly effective communicators, part 2: get their attention and loyalty
Editor’s note: Tips on how to communicate powerfully so others can hear you, so they experience connection with you, so they want to move forward into a positive future with you, so they have your attention.
Tips, tricks and tools for data visualisation: 15 great tools for the job
Editor’s note: Great set of resources here for anyone looking to create more visual content from data and other sources of information such as links and tweets.
David Ogilvy’s timeless principles of creative management
Editor’s note: Some great insights here into how to manage creativity from one of ad land’s legends.