Upside Learning

APRIL 24, 2025

Most learning programs aim to build skillsbut without a clear link to performance, their real value often goes unmeasured. Whether creating new initiatives or optimizing current ones, this method ensures that learning enables clear business results. This is where the 7-step Impact Framework makes a difference. The result?

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 24, 2023

In my recent webinar for the Learning Guild , someone asked if it’s better to write in second or third person perspective for scenarios. This is the perspective used in the classic Choose Your Own Adventure stories, where you make the decisions that determine the final outcome.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 23, 2021

I have given a number of presentations on scenario-based learning over the past five years, plus a few presentations on other topics. Presentations on scenario-based learning. Scenario-Based Learning (General Overview). Scenario-Based Learning: Why & How. Streamlining Branching Scenario Planning and Design.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 18, 2023

Last week was the Learning Solutions Conference 2023. I enjoyed catching up with folks I have seen at past events, meeting new people, and learning from the sessions. One of the ways I have learned to get more out of the conference is to both take notes during the sessions and then to review those notes after I get home.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 28, 2020

In a scenario for learning, the main character’s goal drives the story. This might seem counter-intuitive; we usually start writing at the beginning of a story. ” For learning scenarios, this is exactly what we need though. What do you want the character to do at the end of your story?

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Russell Sweep recently interviewed me for the L&D Hot Seat podcast for a conversation on scenario-based learning. That means you can hear a bit of some sample conversations for how I would handle objections in my conversations with clients, stakeholders, and SMEs. How do you advocate for scenario-based learning with stakeholders?

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

AI image and video tools and tips Here’s a Quick Course on Creating & Editing AI Illustrated Characters Tom Kuhlmann has been posting tips and what he’s learning while creating illustrated characters with Midjourney. He built a quick course in Rise with tips on how he generates the images plus how he edits them afterwards.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

These are my live blogged notes from the InSync Training Byte session “Once Upon a Time, Storytelling WAS Learning” by Tom Campbell and Karin Rex. Tom started with a story about how he visualized his presentation. Why don’t we just give learners a book and command them to read and learn? Why do stories work?

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 9, 2019

The links and resources in this post include learning science, patterns and tips for branching scenarios, visual design principles, and some free resources. Learning Science. GUEST POST: The Emerging Consensus — The Learning Scientists This is an interesting summary of research, compiling conclusions from multiple types of research.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 31, 2020

This week, I was originally scheduled to be at the Learning Solutions Conference in Orlando. I gave an online version of my planned LSCon session a few weeks ago for the Online Network of Independent Learning Professionals. What you’ll learn. In this presentation, you’ll learn. Fortunately, this was recorded.

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Limestone Learning

MARCH 29, 2022

Move over March — it’s time to do our learning with a little sunshine peeking through the office curtains. It’s packed with learning events and new business ideas to get you moving for spring. They’re easy to sign up for and participate in, too, so why not spend an hour learning something new? Tuesday, April 5, 2022, 9 a.m.–10

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Questions to ask SMEs Objectives Ideal path Mistakes Consequences Activity: Interview your SME or research needed information. Story concept Characters Challenge Context Consequences Activity: Write your scenario overview. I’m currently working on a course on how to build a branching scenario. Branching scenario course outline.

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

You’ll create a better learning experience and use your SMEs’ time more wisely if you use your SME as a resource, not an author. (If They aren’t experts in learning. It’s a skill that can be trained and learned, just like writing voice-over scripts or writing multiple-choice questions. Probably not.

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Gyrus

AUGUST 15, 2024

Measuring Training Effectiveness with LMS Analytics Gyrus Systems Gyrus Systems - Best Online Learning Management Systems Introduction Companies use Learning Analytics Tools to collect, analyze, and measure the effectiveness of their learning and development programs.

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 4, 2023

I have given a number of presentations on scenario-based learning over the past few years. First, you’ll learn tips for creating characters that learners can identify with and recognize from their workplace. You’ll learn how crafting realistic challenges and conflicts helps engage learners and drive the scenario forward.

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

My presentation was on character creation for scenario-based learning, drawing parallels to creating characters in D&D. Character creation for learning Here’s the description of my session: In Dungeons & Dragons, character creation is the foundation of epic storytelling. I also shared some sources for character images.

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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 20, 2024

I understand the desire to use a template for branching scenarios, especially when you’re first learning how to create them. This is a traditional structure for branching stories, and it works in CYOA books to provide lots of alternative endings to enjoy as you reread the book. The first decision point has three choices.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 28, 2024

This post includes links related to AI, accessibility, storytelling, troubleshooting Storyline, PowerPoint design tips, freelancing, animation, and translation. After experimenting with Midjourney and being pleased with the preliminary results, I want to try this next. This technology works differently from Midjourney.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 7, 2023

Here’s where you can find me this year for a livestream next week, my Learning Solutions Conference session, and upcoming free webinars. Next, you’ll examine samples to learn what makes writing sound “conversational” rather than stiff. I have several speaking engagements already booked for 2023. This is your chance! Interested?

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

In this post, I share links on writing better dialogue, sample projects for inspiration, and useful tools for different kinds of learning. 19 Ways to Write Better Dialogue — Well-Storied. 19 Ways to Write Better Dialogue — Well-Storied. Click hot spots to move around or select objects. Writing dialogue. Useful tools.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 5, 2019

The links and resources in this post include using video to engage learners, estimating development time, JavaScript, xAPI, free images, storytelling, and learning experience design. Does Video Improve Engagement and Learning? tags: e-learning timeestimate. Learning experience design is NOT a new name for instructional design.

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Upside Learning

MAY 6, 2025

In the previous blog, we uncovered a stark truthmost learning initiatives fall short not because of poor design, but because they begin without clarity. Laying the Groundwork for Meaningful, Measurable Learning Before diving into design, theres one essential question every organization must answer: What does success actually look like?

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 18, 2021

After attending the Learning Solutions Digital Experience (LSDX 2021), I summarized some highlights and new things I learned. Film School for Learning Professionals. Hook: Story about a problem Describe: This solution will solve the problem. Also think about the language and story and how people are represented.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

2/5/20: ID Certificates and Master’s Degrees 2/20/20: Go Beyond Boring: Creating Scenario-Based Learning that Engages Participants 3/31/20: Streamlining Branching Scenario Planning and Design Early April (Dates TBA): Freelancing Lessons Learned. Go Beyond Boring: Creating Scenario-Based Learning that Engages Participants 2/20.

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Learnnovators

JANUARY 29, 2025

Gamified learning is revolutionizing workplace training by seamlessly integrating game mechanics with effective learning strategies. Below, we explore the benefits of gamified learning and its potential to transform employee development. What is Gamified Learning? This encourages a growth mindset and continuous learning.

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Learning Rebels

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In our recent Learning Rebels Coffee Chat , we had a great discussion. As I have shared on multiple occasions, L&D professionals need to better understand business objectives, financial drivers, and key performance indicators to support change in a meaningful way. Then, share those insights with team leads or leadership.

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Upside Learning

JULY 22, 2024

My last real job before becoming independent (long story ; ) was leading a team developing an adaptive learning platform. So here I’m reflecting on adaptive learning technology. That is, have discreet learning ‘objects’, and then pull them together to create the experience.

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Infopro Learning

JUNE 14, 2021

Today the demand for high quality learning and development programs has grown exponentially. High quality learning materials are a critical component that impacts training effectiveness. Using a microlearning approach to restructure your training content can also help your organizations deliver more personalized learning experiences.

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Dynamic Pixel

MAY 5, 2025

Understanding eLearning Content Development At its core, eLearning content development involves designing and creating digital educational materials tailored to specific learning objectives. The Step-by-Step Guide to eLearning Content Development Step 1: Needs Analysis Begin by identifying the learning needs of your target audience.

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 13, 2020

This is my plot outline for the story if learners take the “ideal path,” making the best decision at every step. Learn more about client needs during preliminary phone call. Unlike a linear course, it’s not as easy to know where to start writing. Do you write the endings first? Should you write all the mistakes first?

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Does scenario-based learning always have to involve complex branching or simulations? If you introduced this concept earlier, this question probably aligns to that content and to your learning objective. He sent his team to a conference where they learned about sharing stories about previous happy customers to improve sales.

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Gyrus

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

How to Improve Employee Productivity with an LMS GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - Reliable and Responsive Learning Platform Home Blogs How to Improve Employee Productivity How to Improve Employee Productivity with an LMS Adriann Haney Sr. Gamification and interactive elements encourage employee participation and motivation.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 13, 2021

How to Use Plain Language to Improve Learning Outcomes. Common mistakes and pitfalls for writing scenario-based learning. Not tying the story to the learning objectives. Identify your superpower and learn to leverage it – Chris Lema. Instructional writing. Kayleen Holt. Getting preachy. Chris Lema.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 3, 2020

We can borrow this technique from video game design when we develop branching scenarios for learning. This helps manage the complexity of building branching scenarios. In branching scenarios with simulated conversations, sometimes we see every single exchange built as an interaction. Here’s what that might look like. Decision point 1.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 19, 2021

In a previous post, How to Start Creating Conversation-Driven eLearning , I described how I use conversations between two characters (a mentor and mentee or learning character) to deliver eLearning content. In the introduction of the story, show how the mentee or learning character is facing a challenge. Mentor Questions.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 14, 2020

When you write a story for learning, you need a few essential elements: a protagonist (the main character), the protagonist’s goal , and the challenges the protagonist faces. In workplace learning, that means the character has the same or a similar job as the learners. Example protagonist selection.

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