With worldwide events since March 2020 causing major changes in the world of L&D, virtual training is receiving a massive boost in usage. Previously face-to-face workshops and topics are being run over Zoom, Microsoft Teams and a host of other platforms. But how do we make sure the learning experiences we design are right for virtual? In part one of our first-ever two-part episode, we have plenty of practical tips for you on creating excellent virtual training.
03:46 What do we mean by virtual training?
05:38 The challenge for virtual facilitators
06:35 Design in detail for virtual
08:03 The two biggest mistakes in virtual design
10:17 Getting the timings right
12:28 The tech challenge
16:23 Best practice: no shortcuts
17:30 The four pillars of good design
18:42 The 'why' of virtual design: what's the transformation?
20:19 The 'who' of virtual design: the target audience and their tech
23:09 The 'what' of virtual design: objectives, coverage and content
25:41 The 'how' of virtual design: structure and methods
26:18 Twelve ways to bring virtual to life
28:58 Top tips for virtual design
31:38 Learning new tools with non-important content
33:02 More instructions for facilitators
34:22 Summary
38:45 The mini-topic: writing for learning
Resource Links
Sheridan's TrainingZone article (on social learning): https://www.trainingzone.co.uk/lead/culture/why-social-learning-will-be-even-more-vital-in-the-future-of-work
Terry's TrainingZone article (on gamification, obviously): https://www.trainingzone.co.uk/deliver/training/gamification-beyond-the-buzzword-why-its-not-what-you-think
Sheridan's online courses, covering the four pilars and twelve ways to bring virtual to life: https://designing-training.teachable.com/courses?fbclid=IwAR3SzC8lzeCN9QKO8I9TCvC1To8E1jXezNJZZTLegSYjOiAjaU1n_Hwxa4M
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Untold Play: www.untoldplay.com - For game-based learning and gamified learning consultancy and design
360 Learning Design: 360learningdesign.com - For bespoke, creative and personalised learning design
Keystone Development: www.keystonedevelopment.co.uk - For bespoke learning and development programme design
Power Hour: www.power-hour.co.uk - For ready written bite-size training materials