Elevate 39: Making Sense of Trends

Episode notes

David Kelly, Chairman of the Learning Guild, joins Michelle Ockers to discuss how to make sense of technology trends as an L&D professional. Their discussion explores why trends matter and how to stay abreast of trends, including attending conferences, how to find experts to follow online, and leveraging your network. They also discuss how to think critically about trends and make better choices about what to experiment with and use. This episode will leave you with practical approaches to stay on top of trends as an L&D practitioner. Conferences are a great way to stay abreast of trends and create a high-value network. DevLearn, run by Learning Guild, is North America's largest learning technology event with more than 200 sessions and networking activities. DevLearn is celebrating 20 years of learning technology excellence in November 6-8, 2024 in one of the most exciting cities in the United States, Las Vegas. To join the international learning & development community at this event, register at devlearn.com. Use Promo Code UNCUT to save 100 US Dollars. Hosted by Michelle Ockers Transcript and related resources: Podcast information and more episodes:

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