The Tools We Use: Software And Hardware Lessons From Terrible Students podcast

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In this episode we talk about our onboarding experience and answer the questions "Who trains the trainers?." In our experience L&D teams have the responsibility to see to every one else's training, but theirs is often overlooked. We discuss the first steps of our learning journey, and how we can help others on theirs.…

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Representation in Learning 20:52

8 weeks ago20:52

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In this episode we discuss how we approach representation when we are designing and developing learning. Tune in to hear how we integrate representation into our audience analysis and why it is important for learners to see themselves in their training.

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Further Discussion – Reading Levels and Adult Learning 44:00

12 weeks ago44:00

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Going deeper into reading levels and how they affect adult learning, we invite Dr. Emory Daniel back on the podcast. We discuss his findings in teaching college students, and how we can adapt to the new reality of adult reading levels.

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Case Study 4 - Reading Levels 20:13

16 weeks ago20:13

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Our next case study we discuss how to determine reading levels and how we adjusted documents to fit the reading levels of our learners. We also discuss how this may affect adult learning in the future and give a tease to our next episode.

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Case Study #3 Using AI to Analyze Source Content 18:48

26 weeks ago18:48

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Our next case study examines one way we are using AI to help us perform at a higher level. Senior ID Ryan Duhon joins us to share how he used ChatGPT to analyze a large amount of source content in a short timeframe to be able to meet his deadline. So, tune in to see how we are utilizing the new tools in our toolbelt.…

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Case Study #2 Siloed Departments 23:16

30 weeks ago23:16

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Our next case study goes into the dangers of not communicating between departments, and how we can help to facilitate discussions between siloed parties during learning development. Many companies struggle with open communication, so tune in for some tips on how to tackle this common issue.

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Case Study #1 360 Video and VR Tech 23:56

34 weeks ago23:56

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We start this season off by changing our format, shortening our episodes and talking about L&D case studies. This month we discuss how we used unfamiliar (at the time) technology to create memorable training and how that created its own set of challenges.

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DEI Revisit with Ahli Moore 53:19

49 weeks ago53:19

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In this episode we brought Ahli Moore back to discuss the resurgence of DEI in the news. There have been numerous academic institutions and companies that are moving away from DEI initiatives, and we wanted to talk thought the reasoning behind this shift and discuss why DEI is still integral to running a successful business.…

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Burnout with Lisa Desai 54:54

1 year ago54:54

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In this episode we discuss burnout, what it is and how we can be on the watch for it’s symptoms. Burnout goes beyond just being tired at work, so listen in and learn what to watch out for both in your teams and in yourself.

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Audio and Learning with Ryan Duhon 52:27

1 year ago52:27

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In this episode we discuss the role that audio plays, pun intended, in learning and development. Whether you use voiceover or music to make your learning more entertaining you will find some good best practices and resources in this episode.

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AI and L&D with Sharon Otto 51:34

1 year ago51:34

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In this episode we take a break from leadership topics to discuss Artificial Intelligence and how it is affecting the L&D environment. We have Sharon Otto, a new Lumious employee, joining us since she has used these tools, and we have a great discussion on the pros and cons of using Generative AI in learning and development.…

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Tough Conversations with Al Sullivan 55:38

1 year ago55:38

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In this episode we talk about how to have tough conversations with your team. These can be performance management conversations, or other HR conversations. This can be a sore spot for new and existing managers alike so come listen as we talk through some best practices for having these conversations with your team.…

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Managers and Mental Health 46:48

1 year ago46:48

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In this episode we discuss the effect that your manager can have on your mental health. Recent studies have shown that your manager can have a massive influence on your mental state, and that can affect your life in many ways. We will share some of our experiences and how that shaped our mental health and go over some of the studies and statistics that show how important it is for managers to understand their impact on their employees.…

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Leadership Hot Takes 47:01

1 year ago47:01

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In this episode we discuss some things that we as individual contributors view as controversial leadership opinions. We discuss why pizza parties are not good motivation and whether or not your title automatically means you should be respected more than your average worker. If you have ever wondered what your team really thinks about these topics, listen in.…

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Leadership with Ahli Moore 50:09

1 year ago50:09

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In this episode we dive into the often-contentious topic of DEI training and how it affects training, leadership, and company culture. We discuss how the year 2020 changed the focus on DEI training, and if this change was a lasting change, or just a flash in the pan. We also go talk about what role leadership, even the C Suite leadership, should have in DEI training.…

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Leadership and Delegation Styles with Dr. Don Azevedo 53:57

1 year ago53:57

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We start this season off by talking about the different types of leadership delegation styles, and to help us out we have Dr. Don Azevedo. We will discuss leaders that delegate too much and affect their employees work life balance, and can ruin their team dynamics, and we also discuss leaders that do not delegate enough and ruin their OWN work life balance, even if it means they are loved by their team. Interesting conversations abound!…

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Leadership Training 59:31

1 year ago59:31

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In this episode we discuss leadership training, what it is and what it should be. We talk about training existing leaders, new leaders, and even those of us that want to be leaders in the future. We also discuss the impact that COVID had on the workplace, and the interactions between generations in the workplace and how that effects people leaders.…

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Neurodivergent Individuals and Training with Whitney Sukonick 49:05

2 years ago49:05

49:05

In this episode we have a guest speaker, Whitney Sukonick from the Autism Society of North Carolina. We will be discussing how we as learning professionals can help and support neurodivergent employees when designing and delivering training. We will also go over what type of support these individuals get through their early education, and how any of that support transfers over to their adult lives.…

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Corporate Personality Tests with Dr. Emory Daniel 49:27

2 years ago49:27

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In this episode we have a guest speaker, associate professor Dr. Emory Daniel, and we discuss corporate personality tests. If you have been in corporate America for long enough you have taken one of these tests, they claim to provide you with a deep dive into your own working habits and personality, but do they really? Dr. Daniel has done some research into how these tests are put together and we discuss their pros and cons when used within a working environment.…

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Internal vs. External Project Management 59:37

2 years ago59:37

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Have you ever wondered what the difference was between working for a company and being an external employee contracted for a company? Well, that is what we will talk about on this episode. There are positives and negatives to both roles, so come along with us as we dive into project management from a different perspective.…

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Reasons for Project Failure 58:57

2 years ago58:57

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Failure. That’s an ugly word, right? It’s a word that we do not like to talk about in business, much less Learning and Development. Failure can make or break projects and careers alike, and yet we still do not like to talk about it, it stays taboo. Well, not anymore. In this episode we talk about what can cause an L&D project to fail, and what you can do to either learn from that failure or avoid it entirely.…

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L&D Communication 58:35

2 years ago58:35

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In episode 2 we talk about communication, and why it can sometimes suck. That’s right, we do not pull punches around here, communication can be a big reason that an L&D project, or any project really, can fail. We analyze how communication can get off track and some of the things that we have done, and that you can do, to get your projects back on track if you find yourself on the wrong side of a communication problem.…

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Reintroductions and Corporate Hot Takes 1:05:08

2 years ago1:05:08

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Hello all and welcome back for season 2 of Lessons from Terrible Students! We are back for another season of our podcast, but we have made a few changes. This season we have changed the lineup, as always we will have our instructional designer host Jeremy, but a returning guest host from last season has become a permanent co-host; our PM extraordinaire Sarah! She will give her unique perspective on all things learning and project management. To get to know her better we begin this season with what we are calling “Corporate Hot Takes” where we take on the newest phrases taking over LinkedIn and give you our opinions and thoughts. Interesting conversations all through this one!…

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Compliance Training - Is it really that bad? 59:26

2 years ago59:26

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In this episode we discuss compliance training, what we all love to hate. But why do we hate it, and can it be better? We attempt to define what compliance training is, and how we can improve its reputation with learners and L&D practitioners alike. It’s not that bad, really!

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Onboarding - Where We All Start 59:30

2 years ago59:30

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In this episode we discuss what every L&D team has talked about at some point, onboarding. This is a crucial part of any organization, and L&D plays a huge role in how a new employee begins their new role. More and more we see that if onboarding is not done correctly, you will lose your most talented workers and you will lose the money you invest in training them in your business. We will give you some tips and tricks to increase the effectiveness of your onboarding and share some of our good and bad experiences.…

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The Tools We Use: Software and Hardware 1:04:45

2 years ago1:04:45

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In this episode we discuss the different software and hardware that we use to create training. From the Microsoft suite to the monitor on our desk, we discuss how we use the tools to create different learning, and even give some cheaper alternatives to those that cannot afford the pricier software packages.…

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More Learning Theory 55:25

2 years ago55:25

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In this episode we talk about more specific learning theory, and we go into detail about Blooms Taxonomy, The Kirkpatrick model, and self-directed learning. These models help us to create better training, define our learning objectives better, and evaluate not only if our learners enjoyed the training, but did it make an improvement in their work performance.…

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Storytelling: The Lost Art of L&D 54:23

2 years ago54:23

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In this episode we talk about using storytelling and humor to enhance your training. These elements can take your training programs to the next level if they are utilized in the right way. We discuss how to convince your stakeholders to use humor and storytelling, as well as give you some ideas on how to create characters and use pop culture references to entice your learners.…

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Adult Learning Theory 55:21

2 years ago55:21

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In this episode we talk about the theory behind our jobs. We discuss the hierarchy of needs and Maxwell’s theory. This is the foundation of how we design and develop training for adult learners, and how it affects the courses and interactions that you have taken in your past courses. We also sidetrack and talk about social media, but who doesn’t nowadays?…

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QC: The Unsung Heroes of L&D 56:01

2 years ago56:01

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In our fifth episode we discuss a topic that I am particularly passionate about, Quality Control or QC. These are the unsung heroes of our projects, as they inspect and review our work for grammatical and spelling changes, as well as functionality and accessibility. Take a listen to see why we think this is a vital part of any L&D project.…

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Herding Cats: The life of a PM 58:26

2 years ago58:26

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In our fourth episode we welcome guest star, Sarah Meyer! Sarah is one of our fantastic Project Managers, or PMs, and she shares what it is like to try to keep IDs, SMEs, Stakeholders, and even other PMs aligned while a project develops. This is the fourth and final position deep dive, going into how the role of the learning PM is essential for the project to get across the finish line, however this is not our last episode in the series. Stay Tuned!…

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All About Production: The life of a SME 1:12:19

2 years ago1:12:19

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In our third episode we deep dive into what life is like as a SME, both customer-facing and corporate. Jeremy and Tara both came from a SME background, so they share what their day-to-day life was like in their previous roles, and how that affects their view on training. They also end the episode with our first iterations of “Tales from the Field,” where Jeremy tells a real story of when he was an installation technician in a rural county in his home state. Trust us, you do not want to miss this one.…

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Let Us Show You the Money: The Life of an ID 1:09:32

2 years ago1:09:32

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In our second episode we start our conversation about each of the roles that we identified in our first episode. We go into detail about Jeremy’s current role, the Instructional Designer. We share how IDs work with clients and how IDs utilize research-based development processes throughout the project lifecycle to make effective learning. What IDs actually do is not widely known, and we wanted to shine a light on how we work and what we do every day. This is the start of our three episode stint, with each episode highlighting some of the biggest roles in the process: IDs, SMEs, and PMs.…

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Introductions and Chasing Waterfalls 58:07

2 years ago58:07