During day 1 my initial intention was to share a brief reflection after each session. After the lunch time session I realised I was missing out of network opportunities during breaks as I was hiding away in a corner.

I took a different approach for Day 2 so I could talk to people and explore the exhibition floor.

session

Opening Keynote: The Key Commandments of ‘Learning to Learn’ or how to become an expect in just about anything

SPEAKER / FACILITATOR

Ulrich Boser

KEY TAKEaways

I shared key comments on my Twitter feed

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session

T1S5:  Instructional Design – Crash Course in Visual Design

SPEAKER / FACILITATOR

Connie Malamed

KEY TAKEaways

• Visuals aid retention
• Visuals improve understanding
• Design training solutions with intention
• Design;
• • Has a purpose
  • Communicates a message
  • Starts with a goal
  • Is judged by effectiveness
• Consider subtractive design – remove information if it upsets the visual design.

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session

T4S6: Games and Learning

SPEAKER / FACILITATOR

Michael J D Sutton

KEY TAKEaways

• When students become the teachers they have fun
• Games should
• • Have a clear goal
  • Allow an opportunity to develop relationships
  • Have a structure
  • Convey roles
  • Be able to fail
  • Receive instant feedback