L&D Design... and Art and a Science

Enabling andsustaining performance Learning | Development | Consulting

L&D design ....L&D design ....an ART and a SCIENCE

Learning | Development | Consulting

At JSB we believe that L&D design is both an art


At JSB we believe that L&D design is both an art... and a science


L&D designers therefore need to demonstrate

innovation


innovation precision

L&D designers therefore need to demonstrate

in all they do

So what exactly is the roleof the L&D designer?


And what are the

for fulfilling this role?requirements

So what exactly is the role of the L&D designer?


World of the L&Ddesigner

Welcome to the


The ART of L&D design


The ART of L&D Design


The artistic side of designing an L&D intervention comes in the form of creating learning journeys that

• Combine creative thinking in the design and delivery process

• Combine creative thinking in the design and delivery process

• Draw on rigorous and tested best practice

• Blend complementary and innovative learning methodologies




• Blend complementary and innovative learning methodologies

• Meet the learning styles of all ...









• Meet the learning styles of all...





including Generation Y and I

• Meet the learning styles of all...



Innovative design will combine activities:

Pre- and post-module activity to build momentum and engage1




Action learning and work-based projects2




Surgery practices & discussions that have direct relevance to employees’ roles3




Make sure you

keep it real4




Experiential activities, games and simulations to engage and have fun5




Ensure you make it memorable6




Self-awareness profiling – ‘ah ha’ moments

(THOSE CRITITAL INSIGHTS INTO HOW YOU ARE PERCEIVED)7




Impact presentations to focus the mind and to embed the learning8




Practical real-life activities9




Practical real-life activities9 Case studies, exercises,real-play practices, coaching




Practical toolkits to take away and use10



Last, but certainly not least, innovative design will call upon

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11Technology Enhanced Learning



11Technology Enhanced Learning

The key to our future?

• We cannot escape technology – we use it every day to communicate

The ART of L&D DesignTechnology enhanced learning – the key to our future?




• We cannot escape technology – we use it every day to communicate

• Why should the design and delivery of workplace learning be any different?



• We do not expect – or want – technology to replace face to face learning



• We do not expect – or want – technology to replace face to face learning

• But we could be integrating it more into our learning solutions


The learning experience can certainly be enhanced by:





• Creating e-learning




• Creating e-learning• Designing virtual classrooms




• Creating e-learning• Designing virtual classrooms• Developing webinars




• Creating e-learning• Designing virtual classrooms• Developing webinars• Leveraging social media – retaining connectivity




• Creating e-learning• Designing virtual classrooms• Developing webinars• Leveraging social media – retaining connectivity• Accessing and integrating e-books




• Creating e-learning• Designing virtual classrooms• Developing webinars• Leveraging social media – retaining connectivity• Accessing and integrating e-books• Making use of compelling video




• Creating e-learning• Designing virtual classrooms• Developing webinars• Leveraging social media – retaining connectivity• Accessing and integrating e-books• Making use of compelling video• Utilising apps




• Creating e-learning• Designing virtual classrooms• Developing webinars• Leveraging social media – retaining connectivity• Accessing and integrating e-books• Making use of compelling video• Utilising apps• Creating simulations


Here are some important points to consider in your technology enhanced learning:





1. Choose the right tool for the learning context




1. Choose the right tool for the learning contex2. Engage participants – match the content delivery method to suit learning styles and preferences




1. Choose the right tool for the learning contex2. Engage participants – match the content delivery method to suit learning styles and preferences3. Ensure a balance of challenge and support

The SCIENCEof L&D design


The Science of L&D Design


If all that covers the innovative and engaging side of L&D …



If all that covers the innovative and engaging side of L&D …

we now need to focus on the ‘science’ behind a successful learning and development programme



Before design begins...



you need to work through the

DEFINE and DISCOVER phase



DEFINE...



DEFINE...• The scope



DEFINE...• The scope• A clear project plan



DEFINE...• The scope• A clear project plan• Milestones



DEFINE...• The scope• A clear project plan• Milestones• Outcomes



DEFINE...• The scope• A clear project plan• Milestones• Outcomes• and measurements



DISCOVER...



DISCOVER...Exactly what you want to achieve



DISCOVER...Exactly what you want to achieveWho your target group is, and what they really need



DISCOVER...Exactly what you want to achieveWho your target group is, and what they really need

... and what is the best way to engage them?



You can get these answers through



• EnquiryYou can get these answers through



• Enquiry• Interview




• Enquiry• Interview• Psychometrics




• Enquiry• Interview• Psychometrics• and discussion




L&D learning journeys need to:




Align with and drive the organisational strategy•




Align with and drive the organisational strategyEngage all stakeholders from the outset

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Align with and drive the organisational strategyEngage all stakeholders from the outsetBe of value to the client/stakeholders – and drive their measures

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Drive immediate learning transfer•




Drive immediate learning transferBe well planned and project managed at every stage

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Drive immediate learning transferBe well planned and project managed at every stageDeliver measurable and reportable value

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Blending the art and the science




If you deftly combine the art and science of your Learning and Development, you will have created a learning journey that is:



If you deftly combine the art and science of your Learning and Development, you will have created a learning journey that is:

PracticalPracticalPractical



If you deftly combine the art and science of your Learning and Development, you will have created a learning journey that is:- Practical

RelevantRelevantRelevant


If you deftly combine the art and science of your Learning and Development, you will have created a learning journey that is:- Practical- Relevant

MeasurableMeasurableMeasurable



If you deftly combine the art and science of your Learning and Development, you will have created a learning journey that is:- Practical- Relevant

Immediatelytransferable

- Measurable

Immediatelytransferable

Immediately transferable



If you deftly combine the art and science of your Learning and Development, you will have created a learning journey that is:- Practical- Relevant- Measurable- Immediately transferable


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