The Social Learning Lab

Connection Over Content: How Play Levels up Social Learning

Improv isn't just for comedians; it's a dynamic tool that can foster creativity, adaptability, and collaboration in the workplace. Join us as we chat with improv genius Gary Ware who reveals how improv principles can enhance training programs, boost employee engagement, and cultivate a culture of innovation. Whether you're an L&D professional, a manager, or simply curious about new learning methodologies, this episode promises to spark fresh ideas and inspire you to think outside the box.
Special Guest
Gary Ware, Breakthrough Play
Gary Ware is a dynamic facilitator, magic enthusiast, and the visionary founder of Breakthrough Play.
Connect with Gary on LinkedIn
Check out Breakthrough Play
Resources
Share your experiences and connect with peers in🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
Practice your new knowledge with an experiment. Download the Experiment Brief here.
 
Work with us to implement effective, scalable social learning in your organization. Schedule a Discovery Session here.
Your Hosts
Rocio Granela, Jr. Project Manager | LinkedIn
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer | LinkedIn
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist | LinkedIn
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer | LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com

Beyond the Scroll: Social Media Strategies for Effective Learning Design

How can you turn social media from a distraction to a skill-building opportunity? Work out loud with us! Join the Your ID team as we tackle our "Scroll to Skill" experiment brief from Episode 12 of Season 2. Learn how to tap into the mind of a social media marketer to create effective learning design!
 
Check out Episode 11 with guest Vanessa Alzate: https://sociallearninglab.podbean.com/e/what-we-can-steal-from-social-media/
 
Resources
Share your experiences and connect with peers in🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
Practice your new knowledge with an experiment for any of our previous episodes. 
 
Episode 11 Experiment Brief here.
 
Check out Rocio's experiment attempt here.
 
Watch Nicole's experiment attempt here.
 
Work with us to implement effective, scalable social learning in your organization. Schedule a Discovery Session here.
 
Your Hosts
Rocio Granela, Jr. Project Manager | LinkedIn
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist | LinkedIn
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer | LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com
 
Join us for a free live masterclass - 3 Ways to Level Up from ID to L&D Strategist!
Register here.

Cultivating Leadership Skills with Social Learning

There's a leadership skills gap that is plaguing organizations right now, but you, labmate, can close the gap. Discover how social learning fosters collaboration, peer mentoring, and real-world problem-solving, all crucial for effective leadership. We'll explore what makes a great leader and how leveraging social learning techniques can enhance these qualities. Hear practical examples and strategies for implementing social learning in your organization, ensuring your leaders are equipped with the skills needed for success. Join us and unlock the potential of social learning to cultivate exceptional leadership.
Introduction - 00:00
What Makes a Great Leader? - 02:15
The Role of Social Learning in Leadership - 10:30
Practical Examples and Case Studies - 18:45
Implementing Social Learning in Organizations - 25:00
Q&A Session - 35:10
Conclusion and Takeaways - 45:00
 
Resources
Share your experiences and connect with peers in🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
Practice your new knowledge with an experiment. Download the Experiment Brief here.
 
Work with us to implement effective, scalable social learning in your organization. Schedule a Discovery Session here.
 
Mentioned In This Episode
Deloitte Study:
https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/global/Documents/HumanCapital/dttl-hc-leadershippremium-8092013.pdf
https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/uk/Documents/about-deloitte/deloitte-uk-the-dna-of-leadership-potential-updated.pdf
https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/us/Documents/about-deloitte/dei/us-uncovering-culture-a-call-to-action-for-leaders.pdf
 
HBR Frontline Workers Survey:
https://www.harvardbusiness.org/frontline-leaders-are-hungry-for-development-can-organizations-deliver/
 
Your Hosts
Rocio Granela, Jr. Project Manager | LinkedIn
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer | LinkedIn
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist | LinkedIn
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer | LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com

Infuse Live Sessions with the Magic of Social Learning

Tech is Cool, but People are Cooler! It’s time to learn how to take live facilitation and infuse it with the magic of social learning. The Your ID team is joined by special guest, Kassy LaBorie, to gain insight to creating these live magical moments. 
 
🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
The Experiment
Click here.
 
Special Guest
Kassy LaBorie, Kassy Speaks and Kassy LaBorie Consulting, LLC
Kassy LaBorie is a keynote speaker and principal consultant at Kassy LaBorie Consulting, LLC. She is an author, facilitator, and instructional designer who specializes in human connection in a remote world. She has trained thousands of people around the world on topics such as virtual learning, remote teams, and using live online technology in engaging and creative ways. Kassy loves helping organizations, learning teams, and training professionals experience success while working in a digital world.
Connect with Kassy on LinkedIn
Check out Kassy Consulting
 
Your Hosts
Rocio Granela, Jr. Project Manager | LinkedIn
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer | LinkedIn
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist | LinkedIn
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer | LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com
 

The Sky is Falling, Nope it's Just AI

The latest buzz across all industries is AI, sparking some Chicken Little-style hysteria. It's revolutionary power and potential to be disruptive seems like the sky is falling. However, no need to worry. Join the Your ID team as they learn from Myra Roldan the benefit that AI and its tool can have on social learning dynamics in corporate settings.
 
🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
The Experiment
Click here.
 
Special Guest
Myra Roldan, UnDesto AI Agency
Myra is a technologist. She innovates ahead of the curve, demystifying AI to empower businesses with their initial steps to integrate AI into their space. An author, she’s written five books. Her latest book was published in January, Unlocking the Power of AI. She’s also a Red speaker, a builder, and overall creative. She’s been a AI consultant to state representatives and business executives. Her greatest job is as mom to 3 young women - Jean, Steph and Bela
Connect with Myra on LinkedIn
 
Check out YourAI Academy
https://edl.youracademy.ai/
 
Your Hosts
Rocio Granela, Jr. Project Manager | LinkedIn
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer | LinkedIn
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist | LinkedIn
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer | LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com
 

Are You Yeti? Season 3 LIVE

Are you Yeti? The Your ID team is back with an all new season of The Social Learning. Join us as we kick-off season 3 on LinkedIn LIVE.
We unravel our biggest takeaways from Season 2, discuss what we are most looking forward to in this upcoming season, and answer some burning questions from our labmates! 
 
🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
Your Hosts
Diego Diaz, Jr Digital Designer
Rocio Granela, Jr Project Manager
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist
 
Mentioned in This Episode
📗Book: The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com

Season 2 Wrap Up

What was your favorite episode of the season? Join us as we take a look back on Season 2 of The Social Learning Lab, highlighting our favorite topics, guests, and moments of this past season. While Season 3 is around the corner, we still encourage you to listen back, perform the experiment briefs, and join our social learning community on LinkedIn.
 
 🧪The Social Learning Lab Facebook community.
🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
I Can Ducking Write 
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Mentioned in this Episode
📙Rituals for Virtual Meetings
 
📙Creativity, Inc.
 
Your Hosts
Rocio Granela, Jr. Project Manager | LinkedIn
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer | LinkedIn
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist | LinkedIn
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer | LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com

Inclusive By Design: Harnessing the Power of Socialization in DEIB Efforts

In a world where diversity is celebrated but often misunderstood, and where inclusion is strived for yet sometimes falls short, it’s time to bridge the gap between intention and action through social learning.
Join the Your ID team as they learn from expert Tonya Tucker Collins on how we can use our socialized experiences to shift narratives in conversations surrounding DEIB initiatives in the workplace
 
🧪The Social Learning Lab Facebook community.
🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
The Experiment
Click here.
 
I Can Ducking Write 
Click here to Register
 
Special Guest
Tonya Tucker Collins, Global Head of DEIB at Zscaler
Tonya Tucker Collins is an executive leader with extensive experience in driving employee experience, organizational development, and DEIB initiatives. Tonya is passionate about fostering individual growth and creating opportunities that empower employees to realize their full potential. Her mantra, "Your past is not your potential," underscores her belief in the boundless capacity for personal and professional development.
 
Tonya's HR journey began when she discovered her passion for organizational development and Industrial Psychology. Known for aligning people strategy with business goals, Tonya has made impactful contributions to various industries, including retail, energy, healthcare, insurance, and technology, at companies such as Safeway, PG&E, Kaiser Permanente, and AAA. At Twitch, Tonya was the VP of Employee Experience, Talent Development, Talent Management, and DEIB. Tonya designed interventions that positively impact organizational culture, employee experience, and DEIB.
Connect with Tonya on LinkedIn
TroyeTucker.com
 
Your Hosts
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer
Connect with Diego on LinkedIn
 
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer
Connect with Katie on LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com
 

Copywriting that Compels People to Connect

Whether you’re a seasoned instructional designer or a budding wordsmith, get ready to master the power of words and revolutionize your approach to ID writing. Sit down with our PhD holders in English Composition, Katie and Nicole, to learn how to craft compelling content that connects people with ideas and each other. 
 
 🧪The Social Learning Lab Facebook community
🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community
 
The Experiment
Click here.
 
I Can Ducking Write 
Get ducky with us! Register here.
 
Mentioned in this Episode
The Cognition of Discovery 
Talking Shrimp by Laura Belgray
Adweek Copywriting Handbook by Joseph Sugarman
15 Traits of Excellent Copywriters by Megan Keeney Anderson
 
Your Hosts
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist
Connect with Nicole on LinkedIn
 
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer
Connect with Katie on LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com

Your ID in the Lab

Ready to laugh and socialize? In this episode of The Social Learning Lab, it’s time to play Wisecracks and Workshops: The Social Learning Shenanigans Game. Inspired by Moe Ash’s episode in Season 1, the Your ID team sits down to play a game created by Nicole and Katie. 
 
 🧪The Social Learning Lab Facebook community.
🧪The Social Learning Lab LinkedIn community.
 
The Experiment
Click here.
 
Are You Talking to Me? Writing Dialogue that Speaks to Learners Workshop
Click here to Register.
 
Your Hosts
Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, Founder & Learning Strategist
Connect with Nicole on LinkedIn
 
Katie Hynes, Instructional Designer
Connect with Katie on LinkedIn
 
Rocio Granela, Jr. Project Manager
Connect with Rocio on LinkedIn
 
Diego Diaz, Jr. Digital Designer
Connect with Diego on LinkedIn
 
Check us out at
https://www.yourinstructionaldesigner.com