Rethink the challenge and update instructional design principles
As digital instruction research and development approaches 60 years, Dr. Michael Allen has synthesized the lessons learned. In this podcast, we share insights on why the fundamentals of human learning must remain the primary focus when designing meaningful learning journeys, and how organizations can move away from a content-centric approach to L&D.
Unscripted eLearning: Rethink eLearning and move away from a content-centric approach with Dr. Michael Allen
Find out what works, what doesn’t, and what’s missing in eLearning.
Guest introduction: Dr. Michael Allen
Dr. Michael Allen, CEO and Chairman of Allen Interactions, has been a pioneer in the e-learning industry since 1975. With decades of professional, academic, and corporate experience in the education, development, and marketing of interactive learning and performance support systems, Dr. Allen has led teams of doctoral-level experts in learning research, instructional design, computer-based training, and ergonomics.
About this episode of unscripted eLearning
Here’s a summary of what’s in this episode:
What inspired Dr. Allen to write Rethinking eLearning? Why are empathy and relevance so important when creating meaningful learning experiences, and why are these critical elements so often overlooked? Highlights examples of how Allen Interactions has helped organizations move away from a content-centric approach and create more impactful and motivating learning experiences. While emerging technologies like AI are gaining a lot of traction in the industry, what are we missing when it comes to the human foundation and building learning experiences that actually have an impact? What does the future hold for personalized learning journeys, especially in terms of technology and human collaboration?
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Check out “Unscripted eLearning: Rethinking eLearning and moving away from a content-centric approach” with Dr. Michael Allen to uncover the critical contributions that relevance and empathy make in creating meaningful, memorable, and motivating learning experiences.
