The LDA Podcast: An Exploration of Evidence-Informed Approaches to Learning and Development
Originally spearheaded by noted learning scientists and consultants, Will Thalheimer and Matt Richter, and originally called Truth In Learning, the updated, upgraded, and rebooted LDA Podcast explores all aspects of the Learning and Development field- validated tools and resources for better training, debunked learning models, controversies in the industry, and so much more. Now hosted by Matt and Clark Quinn (another noted scientist and consultant, the podcast will dive deeply into what makes learning and development more effective and beneficial for its end-users, stakeholders, and practitioners. Along with our monthly and general episodes, we will also offer a monthly series on AI, hosted by AI expert, Markus Bernhardt. Over the upcoming season, The LDA Podcast will: -- Keep you current with L&D research and innovations -- Unpack complex ideas and concepts -- Sharpen your critical thinking skills -- Stimulate your L&D grey cells (although this objective may not be evidence-based) N...
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Thursday Sep 19, 2019
Thursday Sep 19, 2019
Will and Matt continue the name debate, but eventually land on TRUTH IN LEARNING. Segment One explores the usage of assessments like MBTI, DiSC, and other tools used in business. Why them? Are end-users clear about their purposes and the consequences of using them? For example- can these tools be used in hiring situations? They also discuss The Big Five as an alternative model and tool. In the second segment, they target Leadership. What is it, and can it be developed? Should it be. What are the consequences of leadership development absent clear definitions for leadership? The context is everything. In segment three, they explore the responsibility of L&D trade associations. Are they living up to their espoused goals? Are they ethical? Are they useful? And finally, a new epilogue segment... The Best and the Worst.
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
Thursday Sep 05, 2019
The inaugural episode of Truth in Learning. Meet Will. Meet Matthew. We introduce the show and share some of our goals and possible directions for the program. In the second segment, Will chats with the esteemed Connie Malamed about secrets of good L&D podcasting- something Will and Matt definitely need to learn! Connie wrote the wonderful book, Visual Design Solutions: Principles and Creative Inspiration for Learning Professionals. Before our third segment, Will takes a detour to share some research on brainstorming. In the third segment, Matt rails against those in the industry who claim that flawed learning tools and debunked models they like work- even in the face of contradicting evidence. Will and Matt use DiSC as a platform for the discussion. As an epilogue, Thiagi shares an oral essay on evidence-based learning. Share any comments you have below. Check out Will’s new Learning Transfer Evaluation Model.Click here for Connie’s website. Along with tons of great information (including her book), you can also find her wonderful podcast, ELC, the eLearning Coach. Worth several listens!