Ninja Tropic

MARCH 6, 2025

Unlike off-the-shelf courses, custom eLearning offers tailored content that aligns with specific business objectives, ensuring that learning experiences are both relevant and effective. Topics What Is New Hire Time to Productivity? Each step ensures that the learning experience is effective, engaging, and aligned with business goals.

Custom eLearning Development 52

Custom eLearning Development Diversity Training Compliance Training Custom 52

Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 21, 2022

In the pilot of my Build Your Branching Scenario course, several participants picked DEI topics as the focus for their branching scenarios. However, DEI topics pose some particular challenges for training, especially for branching scenarios. In the CLO article “ Can you teach diversity and inclusion? Kellye Whitney.

Diversity Training 534

Diversity Training Harassment Training Train Training 534

Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 12, 2021

How do you estimate the required time to create branching scenarios? It’s tricky to estimate, even for me, because branching scenarios can vary widely in complexity. Overall, the best way to estimate your time to create branching scenarios is to actually do it and track your time. Larger branching scenario project.

Create 563

Create Simulations Write Blog Slides 563

Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 26, 2022

Learning Solutions 2022 was the first in-person event I have attended since the beginning of the pandemic, and it felt good to reconnect with people I’ve met before and to make new connections. Fast Tracking Your Branching Scenario. Fast Tracking Your Branching Scenario. Wednesday, April 20. Morning Buzz on xAPI.

Solution 519

Solution Diversity Training eLearning Guild xapi 519

Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 11, 2022

I recently got a question from a reader about how long a branching scenario should be. Specifically, she was asked to create a very large branching scenario, and wanted to know how feasible that would be. I would love your expertise on whether you think a 45-min branching scenario sim in [Storyline] is too long.

Simulations 493

Simulations Slides Voice Exercise 493

Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 18, 2020

A colleague asked me, “Once you and your client have agreed on a branching scenario approach, how do you get started writing it? How do you get from the broad concept of training on X topic to actually creating the scenario?” At the end of the training, what do you want people to do differently?

Behavior 493

Behavior Analysis Simulations Photo 493

Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

.” We spoke about instructional design, engagement, scenario-based learning, and authoring tools. In your opinion, how can you increase learning impact through scenario-based learning? When is the best time to utilize Branching Scenarios? Have you used Genially before?

Instructional Design 415

Instructional Design DevLearn Instructional Instruction 415

Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Enrollment is now open for Build Your Branching Scenario , with the next cohort starting Tuesday, September 13. Read what past participants say about the course plus learn about the opportunities for practice and personalized feedback. What past participants have said. Why enroll in this course?

Case Study 89

Case Study Portfolio Policies Write Blog 89

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. I have written scenarios from both perspectives, and I think both have advantages and disadvantages for different situations. I’d do something else entirely!”

Personalization 463

Personalization Personal eLearning Guild Simulations 463

Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

I’ve been experimenting with using ChatGPT to draft a branching scenario. Now, I have a complete prototype scenario, “The New Hire with Attitude,” written by ChatGPT. To create the scenario, I generally prompted for one decision point or passage at a time. It has 46 passages and about 7100 words in total.

Alternatives 450

Alternatives Conference Attitudes Collaboration 450

Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

If you’re not active in L&D Twitter, you might have missed the big debate recently about whether and how research is relevant to the work of instructional designers and corporate training professionals. Essentially, any time you do instructional writing (scripts, online text, instructions, etc.), Assessments.

Research 572

Research Informal Compliance Training Write Blog 572

Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Over the past few years, I’ve gotten several questions about nonbinary pronouns and gender diversity in scenarios. Sometimes, people ask about using “gender neutral” characters in scenarios like in this question. Nonbinary people should be represented in scenarios too.

Diversity Training 419

Diversity Training Reference Images Personalization 419

Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 12, 2022

This post includes links on writing branching scenarios, free tools, content curation, xAPI, and getting started in Storyline. Writing branching scenarios. Does writing style change how learners perceive choices in a branched scenario? This may be of use in courses about soft skills. Learningworld Design.

Free 469

Free Tools xapi RSS 469

IT Training Department Blog

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

There’s a lot of talk about AI in Learning & Development (L&D), and many people use it, so it’s not just talk. But is the talk and execution of AI for L&D working, or is it fast-tracking the way to “learning” mediocrity? But is that all good, or is it mostly bad?

Diversity Training 54

Diversity Training Voiceover Track eLearning Consultant 54

Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 27, 2023

When you build branching scenarios in Storyline, one of the decisions you need to make is when to create new slides and when to create layers. Using layers might seem like it saves some development time, but it can actually create more complexity (and hassle!) You could also include feedback here.

Slides 416

Slides Budget Convert Examples 416

Experiencing eLearning

MAY 11, 2021

I find it’s helpful for my own learning if I pull one or two key points out of those notes to help me remember the sessions. Week 1 of the Learning Solutions Digital Experience (LSDX 2021) has been a lot about new tools, so this post includes links to some of these new tools and resources. Nick also shared the Remove.bg

eLearning Consultant 474

eLearning Consultant Conference eLearning Tools Images 474

Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 31, 2021

Prior to this, the longest I ever held a job was about 3 years. However, even after 10 years of consulting, it still feels like the right fit. I still enjoy what I do, and I hope to continue for many more years. I’m always learning new things. I would never have had that flexibility as an employee.

eLearning Consultant 507

eLearning Consultant Consulting Metrics Project 507

Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 14, 2023

This post includes links on growth mindset, an AI tool for instructional design, branching scenarios, accessibility, and a magazine issue with elearning articles by multiple prominent authors. Growth mindset Ask the Cognitive Scientist: Does Developing a Growth Mindset Help Students Learn? We know there aren’t any silver bullets.

Google Docs 445

Google Docs Cognitive Instructional Design Write Blog 445

Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Writing branching scenarios can be intimidating or overwhelming. Do you write the endings first? Should you write all the mistakes first? Do you start at the beginning and then flesh out each path as you write those choices? In a previous post, I explained how I create an outline of the steps in the scenario.

Simulations 447

Simulations Convert Learning Objects Open Source 447

Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 13, 2023

One of the biggest challenges of creating branching scenarios is managing the complexity and keeping it from growing out of control. If you narrow your focus for branching scenarios, you can alleviate that issue. “Customer service” could mean way too many different things in different organizations.

Diversity Training 417

Diversity Training Analysis Photo Behavior 417

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.

Conference 502

Conference Solution eLearning Guild Podium 502

Experiencing eLearning

JULY 5, 2022

This post includes workshop pricing, useful tools and resources for L&D professionals, volunteering and internship guidelines, scenarios, games, and diverse stock images. What to Charge for Your Workshop, Training or Webinar — The Counselor’s Coach. Curated Resources – Learning 4 Learning Professionals.

Diversity Training 474

Diversity Training Tools Blended Learning Diigo 474

Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

When someone mentions scenario-based learning, do you automatically think of complex branching scenarios? While that’s one way to implement scenarios (and a very effective one!), In fact, you may already be using some of these methods. Mini-Scenarios. Provided Examples.

Case Study 423

Case Study Simulations ILT Exercise 423

Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 12, 2023

I share these links about once a month here on my blog. This post includes research on stories and memory, games for learning, scenario-based learning, a definition of LXD, and a few AI image tools. If you’re interested in all of my highlights from this paper, check out my annotated version instead.

Games 417

Games Authoring Tools Case Study Cognitive 417

Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 4, 2023

When I teach people how to write branching scenarios, writing dialogue is one of the places people get stuck. If you’re used to writing in a more formal style, writing dialogue can feel very unfamiliar. The good news is that it’s a skill like anything else, and you can get better with practice.

Examples 419

Examples Tips Write Blog Trust 419

Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 28, 2020

In a scenario for learning, the main character’s goal drives the story. All of the action and decisions in the scenario move you closer or further from that goal. ” For learning scenarios, this is exactly what we need though. How will your scenario end? How will it conclude?

Learning Objects 361

Learning Objects eLearning Consultant Policies Learning Objectives 361

Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 6, 2023

This post includes links on game design, branching scenario tools and templates, ChatGPT prompts for ID, AI tools, learning science, engagement, and the “magic email” for freelancers and consultants. When designing eLearning games using interactive stories, ask yourself the following six questions: What’s the point?

Games 416

Games Cognitive Design Simulations 416

Experiencing eLearning

MAY 23, 2023

How do you respond when stakeholders ask you to measure how fast learners respond to questions? How do you train for fluency when the speed and accuracy of performance truly matter? Measuring and assessing users on fast they respond to questions seems like good idea, right? But what about the reverse?

Train 433

Train Training Performance Support Simulations 433

Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 22, 2023

One of the most common mistakes I see in scenario-based learning is using feedback to tell learners what was right or wrong instead of showing them. Example scenario with “telling” feedback Take the following example of a branching scenario to practice counseling someone on dietary choices.

Photo 443

Photo Simulations Coaching Stock 443

Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 9, 2019

I had a great time at the eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions Conference in Orlando. I was so happy to finally get to meet Jac Hutchinson after knowing her through the Online Network of Independent Learning Professionals and being interviewed on her podcast. To be innovative, you have to leave space to fail.

Compliance Training 80

Compliance Training eLearning Guild xapi Conference 80

Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

I share these links about once a month here on my blog. If you’re interested in AI images, be sure to try out the “ Real or Fake ” image quiz. Clark Quinn reflects on the work of the LDA (Learning Development Accelerator) to improve the field of L&D with approaches informed by science and research.

Portfolio 410

Portfolio Research Images Text-to-Speech 410

Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

This post includes links on AI tools, games, freelancing, top learning influencers, copyright, and more. Currently, you can use the free plan for short samples as long as you provide attribution. I like the differentiation here between “informational resources” and “educational resources.”

Games 488

Games Tools Social Media eLearning Consultant 488

Experiencing eLearning

JULY 25, 2023

How can you use AI to write scenarios for learning? This post isn’t going to give you “5 magical prompts to instantly write scenarios for you” or anything like that. I’ll also share my thoughts and how I refine the AI-written drafts for this example scenario.

Attitudes 408

Attitudes Write Blog Conversation Open 408

Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 1, 2017

Converting these questions to scenario-based questions can increase the level of difficulty, measure higher level thought, and provide relevant context. Let’s say you’re creating training for managers on how to provide reasonable accommodations for employees. What are your objectives? When would people use this?

Convert 167

Convert Assessment Quiz Instructional Design 167

Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 8, 2021

Specifically, she wanted to know how to prepare for an interview and what instructional designer interview questions to expect. What questions might they ask? You’re guidance would be greatly appreciated. Have you developed any curriculum or lesson plans collaboratively, or have you always developed by yourself?

Instructional Design 419

Instructional Design Instructional Instruction Design 419

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. What should Sophie ask next?

Simulations 333

Simulations Conversation Kirkpatrick Learning Objects 333

Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 6, 2024

I share these links about once a month here on my blog. If you find yourself looking for a system to collect resources, check out Raindrop. You can view and search my full collection of bookmarks on Raindrop. AI images and video AI Art: What Should Fair Compensation Look Like? Hedra Image to video creation tool.

Images 417

Images Analytics Video Stock 417