Today’s workers and learners strive to learn by themselves because of the immediate need to solve problems and make needed change. They find the answers and solutions themselves without waiting for formal training programs. This is a great opportunity for those who are in the training and learning professions. The challenge, however is how to start and make changes to accelerate learning in micro ways and stop just pushing content production.


The time is ripe to help the new worker. Rapid business change, popularity of mobile devices, availability of apps and advances or shifts in technology are creating favorable environments for Microlearning.

Learning in the workflow integrates training, learning, performance, support, coaching and knowledge streaming to help learners access, apply, store and retrieve information while doing work. It also helps them learn faster and attain immediate results at lesser cost.

Rapid business change presents learning designers and developers with both challenges and opportunities. The ever-shifting technological landscape pressures companies to respond with organizational changes. They are constantly faced with challenges such as:

  • Gaining first-to-market advantage
  • Preventing product obsolescence
  • Coping with constant changes in policies, prices and customer needs
  • Supporting agile product design, development and distribution
  • Adhering to new compliance standards

Microlearning enables learning stakeholders to meet these changes head on. In particular, it helps:

  • Disrupt results with faster, better, less costly learning
  • Facilitate learning while in the workflow and as needed
  • Develop and implement compliance programs by trickles, snippets and spaced-out delivery
  • Embed tips, checklists, solutions in software, processes and other guides
  • Aid learning in very fluid business environments
  • Enable real-time collaboration between engineers, operations, administration, marketing, customer support, and learning and development departments
  • Deliver Microlearning in layers of learning and performance systems


The Microlearning for Disruptive Results - An Action-Driven Online Workshop will cover the following topics:

Shifting Needs

  • Understand the new learner type, “The Seekers”—“get-it-now,” “do-it-now” and “must-learn-it-now” workers and learners
  • Review the science and findings on why Microlearning disrupts results
  • Align roles of L&D, trainers, SMEs, elearning designers and developers in implementing Microlearning
  • Define Microlearning
  • Compare Microlearning with formal and informal learning
  • Establish the effectiveness of Microlearning
  • Understand the environments of on-the-move, on-the-job and mobile learners
  • Identify challenges and opportunities for Microlearning demands

Methods

  • Implement a dynamic needs analysis approach for up-to-the-minute Microlearning requirements
  • Conduct automated assessment of business critical gaps for immediate attention
  • Design shorter, succinct and chunked knowledge bases, learning lessons and on-the-job aids, references and support tools
  • Use templates and design models to communicate design approach
  • Use the principles of “simple rules” in designing job aids, tips, guides and references
  • Introduce knowledge-sharing processes and practices with workers and teams
  • Facilitate micro-coaching, micro-goal setting, micro-assessments, micro-projects and peer reviews
  • Change writing, video and presentation styles for Microlearning
  • Add context, stories, metaphors and memes to increase acceptance, motivation and engagement among learners and workers
  • Understand the roles of experts, learning accelerators and curators
  • Sustain Microlearning initiatives
  • Link Microlearning with competency and expertise development
  • Integrate Microlearning with learning environments and blended approaches

Applications

  • Apply Microlearning in compliance, technical, operations, manufacturing, software, people skills, on-boarding and awareness training
  • Integrate Microlearning content in social learning, communities of practice, technical support and performance support
  • Implement a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Microlearning content preparation process
  • Convert existing large content and new content into Microlearning content
  • Implement individual, group and automated curation processes
  • Consider impacts on LMSs, XAPI, RLS, adaptive mobile tools, MOOCs, micro videos, virtual reality (VR), games and situated learning, performance systems and social learning tools to facilitate micro-content delivery and tracking
  • Implement instant analytics and statistical data to help learners self-manage learning

Returns

  • Capture analytics and measure impacts and benefits of Microlearning content in work efficiencies, cost reduction and improved performance
  • Calculate savings from Microlearning
  • Prepare presentations on Microlearning projects
  • Present justification on investment returns for using micro-lessons
  • Exhibit a business case to show financial impacts and yield of Microlearning design
  • View and study examples and demos

 


The Microlearning for Disruptive Results - An Action-Driven Online Workshop is a novel approach in blended learning. Instead of an instruction- or teaching-oriented method, the workshop is focused on “doing and application.” It provides experience, skill development and real-life application of Microlearning. At the end of the workshop, participants would have experienced Microlearning implementation, not just its theory.

Key Elements of the Workshop Method

  • The workshop topics are spread out over three sessions.
  • Participants will access a secure website for all workshop activities.
  • For each session, participants will study Microlearning subjects—an average of about 5 subjects ranging from 5 to 7 minutes each.
  • There are a total of 20 subjects.
  • Each subject contains all must-do and must-learn on the topic. Knowledge bases are provided for mastery and further detailed study before, during and up to six months after the workshop.
  • Each Microlearning subject contains micro-lessons, activities, mini-projects, references and tips.
  • Participants can do self-driven study on a daily basis to review the Microlearning subjects.
  • Participants may also choose to do advance previews of all 20 subjects as their time will allow.
  • Mentors and facilitators are available for consultation at a specified time daily.
  • Participants are required to showcase their projects as part of the knowledge-sharing activities. Confidential content may be confined to facilitator’s viewing.
  • Mentors and facilitators are available to provide immediate feedback to mini-projects through chat and discussion rooms or, if needed, by phone, Skype, Join.me or other alternatives.
  • A two-hour webinar, that is facilitator-led, is scheduled for each session focused on haring expert experiences, answering questions and providing guidance and feedback. Plus at least one hour for exercise that is independent and self-driven. Mentors are assigned to participants. A total of 3 hours for each session. Webinar sessions will use Zoom.
  • Participants will have individual and team progress analytics for self-learning management and feedback to mentors and facilitators.
  • It is recommended, although not required, that the participant has one or two peers from his/her company or personal contacts to be peer reviewers and collaborators. They will interact and provide feedback and review of the participant’s mini-projects. This allows the participant to experience how to work with a team.


 

Organizations use many forms of collaborative and learning platforms. The workshop does not require participants to use one nor does the workshop promote any specific software or platform. Instead, a proprietary system will be used to enable participants to have hands-on experience throughout the duration of the workshop. Participants will likewise be asked to review, explore or use their company’s or other providers' software and platforms for more meaningful application as needed.


The workshop is for team members who are responsible for helping employees, clients and customers apply knowledge and information.

The workshop is significantly beneficial to the following audiences:

  • Learning, training and elearning specialists, team members and leaders.
  • Team leaders of different functions within the company who desire to learn how to improve Microlearning knowledge sharing to support projects.
  • Subject matter experts (SMEs) who are responsible for implementing blended training and elearning.
  • Instructional designers who must convert content or create highly engaging elearning, performance support and on-the-job training.
  • Trainers, presenters, designers and developers who need to add high interaction and engagement to their training and elearning courses.
  • Managers and leaders who must lead and manage the design and development of Microlearning systems.
  • Customer support and product engineers involved with client interaction and product information distribution.

The workshop is an in-depth experience employing high interaction, varied multimedia lessons, mini-projects, coaching and mentoring. Due to the extensive need for facilitator and mentor interaction, workshop seats are limited. Reserve your seats early.


 

Registration Fees:

One participant - $750.00
10% Early Bird Discount
(valid for registration not later than 30 days before the workshop)

Other Discounts:
5% Government/Non-profit Discount
Please contact us for assistance.

Group Attendance
This applies to two or more participants to the same session.
Please contact us for assistance.

 

In the workshop you will receive the workshop ebook and learn to apply the “ZAP™ Microlearning Design Process.”

ZAP™ covers:

  • Zooming in on the most useful and tiniest context and content;
  • Accessible and ultra light, 24/7, workflow, get-it-now, do-it-now environments; and
  • Performance impacts, capture analytics and feedback, and continuous and progressive rebuilding of Microlearning experiences.

ZAP™ Microlearning Design Process provides mapping flow, schematic models, templates and reusable case applications.

 


Participants will receive a workshop ebook version of Ray Jimenez’s book on Microlearning.

Ray Jimenez, PhD

Ray Jimenez PhD, a pioneering figure in the field of Learning and Development, left behind an enduring legacy that continues to inspire the industry. His contributions to the world of training are immeasurable, and his innovative spirit lives on through his work and the countless lives he’s touched.

As the Chief Learning Architect and Founder of Vignettes Learning and Training Magazine Network, Ray was also the creative force behind Situation Expert, an A.I. ChatGPT Workflow Learning Platform. His dedication to innovation was recognized with the prestigious Innovation Technology Award from Training Magazine.

Ray began his career as a management consultant at Coopers and Lybrand, specializing in learning technology innovations, information management systems, and management development. Throughout his career, he led teams in implementing A.I., assisted performance metrics, talent management strategies, and effective learning designs.

Ray’s passion was focused on helping organizations, learning leaders, and learners embrace context-driven and workflow-based learning systems. His groundbreaking work in micro-content learning design and delivery resulted in innovative methodologies and software applications. The core of his expertise was on Workflow Learning Systems, Microlearning Expertise Systems, Story-Based Learning Designs (SBLD), and Contextual Learning Platforms (CLP). 

He invented the kernel learning design called "SRIA" (Set up, Relate, Interpret, and Apply). The SRIA applies to all modalities including Microlearning and mobile learning.

Ray's influence extended beyond his innovative work. He championed the Microlearning Implementation Process and authored influential books, including "Workflow Learning," "3-Minute e-Learning," "Scenario-Based e-Learning," "Story-Based eLearning Design," and "Do-It-Yourself eLearning." Soon, his last book on “Transforming Learning Design Using A.I. ChatGPT” will also be available.

He was a sought-after speaker and thought leader, gracing conferences for organizations such as ATD, Training Magazine, eLearning Guild, ISPI, DevCon mLearning, and so on.

As the principal architect of the Training Magazine Network, which has over 185,000 L&D professional members, Ray played a pivotal role in shaping the Learning and Development community. His recent venture, Situation Expert, an A.I. ChatGPT learning system for continuous self-improvement and expertise development, exemplified his commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Ray generously shared his knowledge and expertise as an advisor and presenter of eLearning programs for prestigious institutions. He earned his Ph.D. from St. Peter's College and pursued Studies in Interactive Media at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Ray's impact extended to a diverse array of clients, including renowned organizations like FedEx, KPMG, Boeing, Lyondellbasell, Pearson, Cisco, Pixar, Dendreon, Netafim, Oracle, and NASA. Colleagues and workshop participants described him as "fun," "engaging," "technically savvy," and "inspiring." Ray's award-winning software solutions have been celebrated for their innovation.

Over 45,000 individuals have attended Ray's webinars, keynote presentations, and workshops, experiencing firsthand the transformative power of his insights and ideas. 

Ray Jimenez's dedication to advancing the field of Learning and Development remains an enduring source of inspiration. His contributions will be remembered and celebrated for generations to come.

 

Mentors and Co-Presenters

 

 

Ray is an incredibly likeable, relatable presenter who provided practical, hands on solutions to issues that run across all organizations. I enjoyed this workshop more than any other I've attended in my professional career.

Aimee Lantzy
Creative Studio Director
Alchemy Systems

The content this really great seminar successfully addresses ways to provide critical, just-in-time learning solutions in multiple domains (business, education, etc.). Additionally, the content of the seminar was structured in a way to provide participants with the tools to adapt and customize the tools and processes to fit their own needs.

Dr. Jimenez is an engaging, educated and entertaining instructor. He built on his ideas in an excellent manner, starting with a broad foundation and working up to the specific, all the while checking in with the participants to insure that everyone understood, before progressing.

David Greenfield
Consulting Educator &EdD candidate
Learning Technologies

“This session provided me with ideas to share with my instructional designers that I know will make their content even smaller, more engaging and impactful. Really great stuff!”
Tim Strannix
Director of Learning and Development
Cash America International

“Ray is one of the most natural teachers I have ever met. He is able to take all the high-level concepts that he has studied, discovered and used, and bring them down to a level where almost anyone can understand them.”
Bob Jones
IT Specialist
Johns Hopkins University

"I recommend this workshop to my associates and for those who want to have a good grounding in Microlearning implementation, its tools and learning design."
Stephanie Byerley
Humana

"Ray Jimenez is a first-rate facilitator providing thorough, excellent learning examples and hand-out material in his e-learning workshop."
Natalie Crede
Chico's FAS, Inc.