For years the Learning Management System (LMS) has been the foundation of corporate learning but, instead of asking one technology to do everything, why don't we pick and choose the best tools for each job? This week on the podcast, Ross G and Owen are joined by ASOS' Adam Harwood to ask whether a 'best of breed ecosystem' is a better approach to learning platforms. If you want to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us at @RossGarnerGP , @OwenFerguson and @AdamHarwood26 . You can also...
Apr 24, 2018•39 min•Ep. 92
We’re all familiar with terms like ‘return on investment’, but do we really understand what they mean? Or are we the ‘nerd in the schoolyard’, pretending to know what the cool kids are talking about so they won’t steal our lunch money? This week on the podcast, Ross D and Owen are joined by guest Ajay Pangarkar to discuss the business impact of L&D. If you want to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us at @ross__dickie , @owenferguson and @bizlearningdude . You can also tweet @GoodPra...
Apr 17, 2018•38 min•Ep. 91
What lessons can L&D practitioners learn from the world of marketing? What are the specific challenges of marketing in a learning context? This week on the podcast, Ross D and Stef are joined by Yvonne Chen, VP of Marketing at Udemy for Business, to discuss tactics for engaging and inspiring learners. If you want to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us at @ross__dickie , @Stefania_Scott and @ChenEnnovy . You can also tweet @GoodPractice or @ GoodPracticeAus . To find out more about ...
Apr 10, 2018•39 min•Ep. 90
For nearly two years, we've been discussing work, performance and learning on this podcast. But we've never yet tackled 'learning design'. This week on the GoodPractice Podcast, Ross G and James are joined by ELTjam's Nick Robinson to do just that. We explore the controversial idea that you can't design 'learning', compare approaches, and ask whether compliance training can be 'delightful'. If you want to share your own thoughts or ask questions about learning design, you can tweet us at @RossGa...
Apr 03, 2018•33 min•Ep. 89
Machine learning is something you probably hear a lot about these days. But what is it? And more to the point, what can it do, and what questions should L&D be asking suppliers? GoodPractice Technical Director Jonny Anderson joins Justin and Owen on this week’s show to demystify machine learning and talk through its great potential. If you want to share your own thoughts or ask questions about machine learning, you can tweet us at @WriterJustin , @owenferguson , and @biofractal . You can also tw...
Mar 27, 2018•38 min•Ep. 88
What is a learning culture? Why should we want one? And most importantly, how do we build one? Michelle Ockers joins Justin and Owen this week to lay out a roadmap for creating a learning culture in any organisation. If you want to share your own thoughts and experiences with learning cultures, you can tweet us at @WriterJustin , @owenferguson , and @MichelleOckers . You can also tweet @GoodPractice or @GoodPracticeAus . To find out more about GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com . The papers ab...
Mar 20, 2018•40 min•Ep. 87
Learning technologies are a familiar part of modern life. But how effectively are these technologies actually being used to support learning in organisations? In this week's episode, Ross G and Owen are joined by Donald Taylor to discuss all things learning tech. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @RossGarnerGP , @OwenFerguson , and @DonaldHTaylor You can also find us @GoodPractice or @GoodPracticeAus . To find out more about GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com ....
Mar 13, 2018•37 min•Ep. 86
This week’s podcast covers the thorny topic of microlearning. We struggle to even define microlearning, so does the term have any real value? Is it ‘chunking’? ‘Performance support’? Can we agree on a definition that makes it useful? If so, what is it, and how can we help clients understand it? Ross G and Owen thrash out the answers with microlearning aficionado Shannon Tipton. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @rossgarnerGP , @owenferguson , and @stipton . You c...
Mar 06, 2018•42 min•Ep. 85
This week on the GoodPractice Podcast, we're continuing our discussion around 'design thinking' with a focus on complexity. How can we make the complicated simple? Should this always be our objective? And can we prepare people for chaos? Learning design guru Julie Dirksen returns to the podcast to share her experiences with Ross G and Owen. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @RossGarnerGP , @OwenFerguson , and @UsableLearning . You can also find us @GoodPractice o...
Feb 27, 2018•36 min•Ep. 84
Machine learning means that computers can teach themselves without the help of a human programmer, offering tremendous opportunities for justice, medicine and - more everyday - Netflix recommendations. In Learning and Development, it's often cited as the hot new tech. But is our industry ready to embrace such technology? Do we need it? And are we truly making the most of the existing technology we already have? Appitierre co-founder Wes Atkinson returns to discuss with Justin and Owen. If you'd ...
Feb 20, 2018•38 min•Ep. 83
Last week on the podcast we gave our thoughts on the Learning Technologies conference. Today, we ask whether we should resist the urge to jump on the latest tech and focus on learners instead. Author and consultant Patti Shank joins Ross G and Owen to discuss. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @RossGarnerGP , @OwenFerguson , and @PattiShank . You can also find us @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus . To find out more about GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com . For...
Feb 13, 2018•36 min•Ep. 82
Learning Technologies is Europe's leading conference for those of us working in learning and development, so this week on the GoodPractice Podcast we're sharing our thoughts on the 2018 event. Ross G, Owen and James discuss Artificial Intelligence (AI), chat bots, Virtual Reality (VR), evaluation and microlearning. We also share our main takeaways in 'What I Learned at Learning Technologies This Week'. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @RossGarnerGP , @OwenFergus...
Feb 06, 2018•34 min•Ep. 81
As online learning designers we're often tempted to experiment with new functionality, but sometimes our enthusiasm for innovative approaches can create a barrier for users. On this week's episode of the GoodPractice Podcast, eLearning Developer Michael Osborne and Learning and Development Advisor Mike Shaw join Ross G and Gemma to discuss their tips for creating accessible learning. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @RossGarnerGP , @GemmaTowersey , @MikeOzzy and...
Jan 30, 2018•33 min•Ep. 80
In the early stages of our careers we learn how to do our jobs, manage office politics and earn promotion. But those habits and behaviours that initially help us advance can become a burden. We end up in meetings because it used to be important to show face, and not because they're an effective use of our time. In this week's GoodPractice Podcast, Ross G and Owen speak to Dom Price, Futurist at software developer Atlassian, about his approach to 'unlearning' habits and behaviours. If you'd like ...
Jan 23, 2018•37 min•Ep. 79
When we're asked to create a learning solution, how often do we think about the context within which that solution will sit? Design thinking prompts us to take a wider view, collaborating with learners and stakeholders to co-create a course or resource. On this week's podcast, Connie Malamed from The eLearning Coach podcast joins Ross G and Owen to share her insight into design thinking. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @RossGarnerGP , @OwenFerguson and @eLearni...
Jan 16, 2018•34 min•Ep. 78
What is self-care, and why is it important? Can organisations play a role in self-care for their employees? And should they? On this week's show, Justin and Owen are joined by Sukh Pabial to discuss how we can all look after ourselves a bit better. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you’ll find us all on Twitter: @writerjustin @owenferguson and @sukhpabial. For more from GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com or tweet @GoodPractice and @GoodpracticeAus . The articles Owen and Sukh r...
Jan 09, 2018•39 min•Ep. 77
Over the past year, we've had regular feedback on our feature 'What I Learned This Week'. For us, as learning professionals, it's a challenge to keep on learning; to practice what we preach. So for this special Christmas episode, we've expanded this feature to 'What I Learned This Year'. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet @GoodPractice and @GoodpracticeAus . We'd love to hear what you have learned this year, so get in touch! For more from GoodPractice, visit goodprac...
Dec 19, 2017•34 min•Ep. 76
As an industry, we like to think we're getting better and better at delivering effective learning solutions at the point of need. But how often do these interventions actually translate into behavioural change in the workplace? On this week's show, Ross D and Owen are joined by Lever Learning's Emma Weber to discuss the topic of learning transfer in L&D. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can find us on Twitter @ross__dickie , @owenferguson and @emmaweber For more from GoodPra...
Dec 12, 2017•34 min•Ep. 75
We often talk about workplace culture on the GoodPractice Podcast but, this week, that word is banned as author Jon Ingham joins us to discuss his new book: The Social Organization. Jon argues that 'culture' is too vague, and what we actually need to focus on is the cultivation of relationships. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can find Ross on Twitter @RossGarnerGP , Owen @OwenFerguson and Peter @PeterCasebow . Jon's book is available from Amazon, he tweets @JonIngham and h...
Dec 05, 2017•35 min•Ep. 74
There’s little argument that collaboration at work improves results. But how do you create a collaborative atmosphere, what are the barriers, and what are the essential ingredients to make it work? This week, Adele Weaver joins Justin and Owen to discuss the secrets of great collaboration. If you want to share your thoughts on the show, collaborate with us on Twitter at @adeleweaver1 , @owenferguson and @writerjustin . You can also tweet @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus or visit our website at ...
Nov 28, 2017•40 min•Ep. 73
Everyone hates e-learning, mobile learning is the future, and no workplace learning technology can possibly compete with YouTube, right? In this special episode of the GoodPractice Podcast, recorded in front of a LIVE London audience, Owen Ferguson and Ross Garner reveal the results of our latest research: Learning Technology - What do managers really think? We debunk some common L&D narratives and take questions from our audience as they put our research under the microscope. Then, we open up t...
Nov 21, 2017•56 min•Ep. 72
There's a lot of buzz surrounding the use of virtual reality in learning and development. But how effectively is it being deployed, and how will this change in the years ahead? On this week's episode, Ross D is joined by Rachel Burnham and Mark Baxter to discuss all things VR. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can find us on Twitter @ross__dickie , @BurnhamLandD , and @digitalnauts . You can also tweet @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus . For more from GoodPractice, visit good...
Nov 14, 2017•39 min•Ep. 71
In this episode, Ross D is joined by Wes Atkinson of Appitierre, Tom Hickmore of Nice Media, and GoodPractice's very own James McLuckie to discuss the use of video in learning and development. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can find us on Twitter @ross__dickie , @wesatkinsonuk , @TomHickmore , and @JamesMcLuckie You can also tweet @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus . For more from GoodPractice, visit goodpractice.com . This was the result of Watson's 'Speech to Text' functi...
Nov 07, 2017•37 min•Ep. 70
John Stepper's Working Out Loud is a collaborative approach to building new skills and relationships through a series of weekly meetings and activities. Over the summer, the GoodPractice Podcast's Ross Garner took part in a Working Out Loud circle with Mike Collins, Ady Howes, Chris Coladonato, Hannah Wysome and Sam Burrough. In this episode, most of that Working Out Loud circle have come together to reflect on the experience and share their thoughts on what makes a successful WOL circle. If you...
Oct 31, 2017•30 min•Ep. 69
As learning and development professionals, should we focus on learning outcomes or business outcomes? In this week's podcast, GoodPractice Business Development Director Chris Keenan argues that some parts of L&D lack basic business skills. He joins Ross G and Owen to share his experiences and chat about what we could do differently. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can find Chris on Twitter @Chris_R_Keenan , Owen @OwenFerguson and Ross @RossGarnerGP . You can also tweet @Goo...
Oct 24, 2017•31 min•Ep. 68
Every digital interaction creates a breadcrumb trail of data, but how far has learning and development mined this data for value? On this week's GoodPractice Podcast, learning analytics specialist Trish Uhl joins Ross G and Owen to share how modern organisations can use data to drive performance. We ask how complicated this needs to be, and reflect on whether many L&D practitioners are already using data without realising it. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @Ro...
Oct 17, 2017•37 min•Ep. 67
In a world of fake news, thought leaders and instant answers, how often do we pause to think critically about facts and ideas? On this week's GoodPractice Podcast, Ross G and Owen are joined by Simon Heath to discuss some of the actions we can take to become more discerning when faced with new information. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @RossGarnerGP , @OwenFerguson and @SimonHeath1 . You can also find us @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus . To find out more ab...
Oct 10, 2017•38 min•Ep. 66
How are learning technologies being used in Australia, and what are the challenges facing L&D practitioners? On this week's podcast, Ross D is joined by Stef Scott and Giorgio Migliaccio to discuss GoodPractice's latest piece of research: Australia's Learning Technology Landscape. If you'd like to share your thoughts on the show, you can tweet us @ross__dickie , @Stefania_Scott or @CoachGiorgio . You can also find us @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus . To download a full copy of the report, visi...
Oct 03, 2017•34 min•Ep. 65
Can we use neuroscience to improve learning solutions? And how much neuroscience do we need to understand, in order to usefully apply its lessons? Stella Collins joins Justin and James to discuss all this and more on this week’s show. If you want to join in the conversation, you’ll find us all on Twitter: @stellacollins , @jamesmcluckie and @writerjustin . You can also tweet @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus . If you'd like to find out more about our upcoming events, blogs and whitepapers, visit...
Sep 26, 2017•37 min•Ep. 64
Do we really need to produce new content in L&D, or should we just teach people how to learn for themselves? How would we then measure success, or demonstrate our output to the board? Ben Betts of HT2 Labs joins Justin and Owen to discuss the role of curation in L&D on this week’s show. If you want to join in the conversation, you’ll find us all on Twitter: @owenferguson , @bbetts and @writerjustin . You can also tweet @GoodPractice or @GoodpracticeAus . If you'd like to find out more about our ...
Sep 19, 2017•38 min•Ep. 63
