LearnFlux – 2021

A trained journalist, Barsha works closely with customers to understand their unique training requirements and drafts the solution – in collaboration with the learning design team.

A writer, and eLearning strategist, Barsha offers technology-enabled solutions in the form of articles and webinars.

Is microlearning only video? Is it a single dose solution?

Microlearning is being used increasingly for corporate training but its implementation and usage are mired in obscurity. Microlearning can be integrated in a blend, aligned with performance-based learning objectives, leverage existing content, is an effective way to ‘push learning’ and more. It can be configured in a variety of formats and used throughout the learning journey. However, it is not a one-time solution, nor can it be used standalone for complex topics.

Join Barsha as she shares insights on:

• What microlearning is and what it’s NOT
• Microlearning design characteristics
• Microlearning benefits for learners and organizations
• Types of microlearning assets
• Form following function
• Discovery questions that should guide design

Get to know the real microlearning!

RK Prasad is responsible for formulating the business strategy at CommLab India, and nurturing customer relationships. He regularly conducts seminars and webinars for customers across the world on technology-enhanced learning; has 34 years’ experience in sales, corporate training, university teaching, & eLearning; holds a Ph.D. in Mobile Learning from Lancaster University, UK.

About the Session

Although Mobile learning has been around for more than a decade, its usage in corporate organizations is about 2% of the learning hours spent (Status of Industry Report, ATD, 2020). For all its great features and influential advocates, why hasn’t mobile learning really taken off?

RK undertook a formal research on the subject at Lancaster University, UK to find an answer to this question. This presentation is based on primary research findings combined with RK’s experience.

RK will discuss the following:

• What mobile learning is
• Perceptions, usage, and impact of business realities on mobile learning
• Solutions to 3 challenges hindering the application of mobile learning
  • Pedagogical
  • Design
  • Technological
• Mobile learning as performance support for sales & service staff – case studies
  • Healthcare services provider
  • Personal computer manufacturer
  • Financial services provider

Dr. Ayesha Habeeb Omer is a hands-on leader passionate about customer delight – understanding customer needs and ensuring the company delivers the highest value for their money. She’s a hands-on leader passionate about building CommLab India’s culture, and has 20+ years’ experience in financial services, university teaching, training, and eLearning. She holds an Advanced eLearning Instructional Design Certificate from ATD, USA.

About the Session

Lack of candor blocks smart ideas, fast action, and good people contributing all the stuff they've got. It's a killer.

• First and foremost, candor gets more people in the conversation.
• Second, candor generates speed. When ideas are in everyone's face, they can be debated rapidly, expanded and enhanced, and acted upon.
• Third, candor cuts costs – lots, although you'll never be able to put a precise number on it.

In this session, we will review Kim Scott’s book, ‘Radical Candor’ to understand how we can care personally and challenge directly as bosses and managers, getting what we want by saying what we mean.

Let’s explore how to become candid bosses who grow and nurture strong relationships based on trust – by having real conversations, agreeing to disagree, creating a culture of feedback, and more.

Good news for bookworms – we will be sharing other book summaries too. So don’t miss this exciting session!!