Tip #629: How Knowledge and Confidence Can Curb Learning
This Tip explores two cognitive biases that show how knowledge and confidence can curb learning and what we can do about it. “Fortunately for serious
July 11, 2016
This Tip explores two cognitive biases that show how knowledge and confidence can curb learning and what we can do about it. “Fortunately for serious
This Tip describes the top ten cognitive biases that can curb learning and how to counter cognitive bias through training design and delivery. “Two quite
This Tip describes my dilemma in deciding whether to give training clients what they want or what they need. “The gift of teaching is a
This Tip discusses eight mistakes to avoid when creating participant materials, and how to avoid them, including copying PowerPoint slides. “I don’t want to make
I truly believe that all good trainers have a theatrical aspect that enhances and enriches the learning experience for their participants. Many years ago, I
Some trainers prefer the U shape room arrangement, where the top of the U is the front of the room. Pros: All participants can see
This tip makes a case for credentials based on years of experience and real life expertise, rather than certifications and degrees. I have a bias
This Tip discusses my definition and examples of participatory conference workshops that actively engage participants. These days, when training conferences solicit proposals from trainers to