Category: learning theory
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Disciplining your adults
A lot of trainers have trouble with their adult participants. Let’s be honest, because, some of them are just painful but there are many simple techniques you can use to control your adults. I was lucky in my career development that I was originally (but very briefly) a high school teacher. I undertook a 4…
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Good metaphors
The use of good metaphors is important in training to aid understanding and make learning easier. What does thee video below mean to you? Can’t see the video – click here
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Skilled vs unskilled learners
Here is an interesting list of 25 things that skilled learners do. Very positive and I guess a guide to what you should be doing to become a skilled learner. I would hope that most trainers and educators are skilled learners as they must role model what they are advocating. What about a list of…
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Lifelong Learning
Here is an excellent article on lifelong learning. 25 great tips at the end which are quite useful. Love learning! Read the article at inFormEd
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5 learning tips
Here are 5 simple learning tips which may surprise you. Pass them on. Click to read here.
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Systems thinking
I am a systems thinker and I believe I teach using that approach. I only recently found this out. Check out this basic information on systems thinking and teaching. See the Systems Thinking Website
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Natural talent
The video below is basically about physical talent. It appears that some people have a genetic natural talent. Bummer for those who don’t have this but it does appear you can train it – with a lot of effort. Does it also apply to mental talents? I guess that was what the old IQ tests…
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Brain Myths
As a good trainer you have to stay up to date with what is going on with brain research. Here is a myth busting video. Did you know these facts? Can’t see the video – click here
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Thought
Update your knowledge of the brain and how it works. In 3 minutes? No, not really but it does cover some key brain concepts. Can’t see the video – click here