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The Learning Geeks podcast is dedicated to those that passionately support the world in experiencing better learning. The podcast is hosted by three learning professionals - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch,...
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The Learning Geeks podcast is dedicated to those that passionately support the world in experiencing better learning. The podcast is hosted by three learning professionals - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch, and Jake Gittleson. In each episode, we dedicate time to talk about the things impacting the learning world including new science, approaches, technologies, and ideas. Guests will appear, popular games and movies may be discussed, and geeks will laugh.
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The Learning Geeks
The Learning Geeks
S5 E11: What in the World are Psychometrics?
12 APR 2023 · John Kessler and Tom Rogers from Accenture join the show to discuss psychometrics, why it’s the science of assessments, the future needs of assessments in organizations, why you need a psychometrician on your team, and how psychometrics can help improve the larger learning and talent strategy.
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
S5 E10: A Masterclass on Masterclass
22 MAR 2023 · David Rogier, CEO and Founder of Masterclass, joins the show to give us a masterclass on https://www.masterclass.com/. David shares the origin story, the creation process, surprising teachers, and why entertainment and education can be one in the same. David also shares their approach to storytelling, creativity, and innovation.
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
S5 E09: How to Connect and Learn from other L&D Professionals
8 MAR 2023 · For those looking to grow in this profession, getting an outside perspectives from other L&D professioanls is a necessity. Dana, Bob, and Jake can all contribute much of their learning from going beyond the 4 walls of their organization. But how do you do it? M.J. Hall, Content Manager for the ATD Forum, shares what she has learned from years of experience managing forums and gaining insights from learning leaders across the globe. She shares the story of the forum, what they do, how you may get involved in something similar, benefits, and how you can start something yourself.
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
S5 E08: A Neuroscientist’s Take on Cohort Learning
17 FEB 2023 · Dr. Grace Chang, Cognitive Neuroscientist at EY, joins the show to continue our discussion on cohort learning. Last episode we focused on the design, and in this episode we focus on the science and why it is so effective. We also go into the role of trust, why mentalizing and storytelling matters, the potential risks when not designed properly, why we need more research in neurodiversity in cohort learning, and much more.
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
S5 E07: Reflections on CES 2023 and Generative AI
3 FEB 2023 · Elliott Masie, Chair at the Masie Learning Foundations, joined the show to a highlight what’s new in technology following his 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) visit. Elliott shares a run-down of interesting tech at CES that may be impacting L&D, discussions at CES on Chat-GPT, CLO reactions to Generative A.I, and other innovations, lack of investments in tech, wellness tech, and the big tech that was missing this year which we speculate why.
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CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
S5 E06: Designing Cohort Learning That Works
19 JAN 2023 · Mike Kester, CEO and Founder of Lead Belay, joins the show to discuss the design of cohort learning. Mike shares plenty of design advice including the proper cohort size, how to sustain engagement, how to measure, dealing with loud voices, and more pro tips
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
Bob’s Favorite: The Magic of Creativity
21 DEC 2022 · In Bob’s favorite episode from the show, we go all the way back to Season 1, Episode 2. Since this episode was during a time we made 45 minute episodes, Bob wanted to highlight only the section on creativity and how to get out of your own way to make it happen. So if you’re in a creative block, this is a perfect episode to listen back to!
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
Jake's Favorite: Bringing Learning Science to Life
14 DEC 2022 · In Jake's favorite episode from the show, we learn from Tessa Forshaw (originally recorded in Season 4) co-founder of Harvard University’s Next Level Lab. Tessa joined the show to discuss how to bring learning sciences to life. This is a goal of the Next Level Lab, specifically in workforce development and workforce career readiness. Tessa shares five focus areas and we dive into each including transfer, adaptive expertise, intelligence augmentation, agency, and disposition. We also discuss challenges in reskilling and learning in relation to emotional states, including during stressful times when you experience an amygdala hijack.
LEARN ABOUT THE NEXT LEVEL LAB
http://www.pz.harvard.edu/projects/the-next-level-lab
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
Dana's Favorite: Mentorship and Learning's Role in Employee Retention
6 DEC 2022 · In Dana's favorite episode from the show, we learn from Clint Pulver (originally recorded in Season 3) and his insights from interviews of over 10,000 employees in 180 organizations. Clint learned why mentorship and learning were reasons why organizations retain their employees. This work was part of his "Undercover Millennial" research which led to his book "I Love it Here". Throughout the show, Clint shares his insights from the research, and his experience as an author, leadership speaker, and drummer.
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
HOW TO CONNECT WITH CLINT PULVER
Website: https://clintpulver.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpWB8oLO5HOjstE9gmL9Qxg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clintpulver/
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clintpulver/
WHERE TO BUY CLINT'S BOOK - "I LOVE IT HERE"
https://clintpulver.com/book/
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
Preview of Our Favorite Picks - December 2022
6 DEC 2022 · Jake previews our plan for the month of December and what we will be doing with our "favorite picks".
CONNECT WITH US
If you have any feedback or want to join in on the conversation, connect with us via LinkedIN, Twitter (@bobbyhollywood), or email our show at learninggeekspod@gmail.com.
DISCLAIMER
All thoughts and views are of our own.
AUDIO CREDIT
"Seagulls Stop it Now" by Bad Lip Reading. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/user/BadLipReading
The Learning Geeks podcast is dedicated to those that passionately support the world in experiencing better learning. The podcast is hosted by three learning professionals - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch,...
show more
The Learning Geeks podcast is dedicated to those that passionately support the world in experiencing better learning. The podcast is hosted by three learning professionals - Bob Gerard, Dana Koch, and Jake Gittleson. In each episode, we dedicate time to talk about the things impacting the learning world including new science, approaches, technologies, and ideas. Guests will appear, popular games and movies may be discussed, and geeks will laugh.
show less
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