A review of learning and development in 2024: A Wicked journey down the yellow brick road
As 2024 draws to a close, Erica Farmer reflects on how the year has gone for the learning and development sector – with a touch of Wicked.
Five ways to build adaptability and unlock human advantage in 2025
Should adaptability be a strategic priority for your 2025 L&D plans? Marcus Wylie, Head of Culture at Insights, believes so. After all, it unlocks a competitive edge that technology alone can’t replicate.
How to avoid wasting money on AI
The majority of AI-powered learning solutions that you can buy today will leave you facing the same old problems: low takeup and questionable returns on your investment. Here’s how to avoid making that mistake.
2024 autumn conference season: The L&D themes we can’t get enough of
What are your L&D peers all talking about this conference season? TrainingZone columnist Robin Hoyle shares four key themes from the World of Learning and Foundation of Human Resource Development conferences.
Building a bulletproof LMS: Steps to create a secure learning environment for a distributed company
Implementing an LMS securely involves much more than choosing the right provider. Michael Keller, Chief Product Officer at iSpring Solutions, outlines the key security steps to consider.
Can AI resolve employee conflict?
With the rapid expansion of AI technology, Anna Shields of Consensio considers whether it can help build conflict management skills.
How to drive real change in the skills crisis
Public Policy Director Tania Bowers explores how L&D professionals can really make a difference during a skills crisis.
Gearing up for the World of Learning Conference & Exhibition, this October!
The TrainingZone team is getting excited for this year’s World of Learning Conference & Exhibition on 8-9th October. This vibrant two-day programme is set to offer a valuable learning experience for L&D enthusiasts across the UK.
How to prepare young people for tomorrow’s technology skills
How can we provide young people with the skills they need to thrive in the working world today? We’ve gathered insights on shaping the future workforce from a diverse mix of tech, security and recruitment experts.
How to embrace innovation as a Chief Learning Officer
Chief Learning Officers today will fail if they do not wholeheartedly embrace innovation and step away from the comfort of traditional training approaches. Cathy Hoy, CEO of CLO100, outlines four foundations to successful innovation in L&D.
EU AI Act 2024 launches: A call to upskill in AI literacy
Erica Farmer reports on how the EU AI Act 2024, launched today (1st August), will affect organisations and the world of L&D.
Are we losing expertise to AI?
There are rising concerns we will lose expertise as we increasingly use generative AI to perform work-related tasks. TrainingZone columnist Robin Hoyle examines whether this is a worry we should pay attention to.
Navigating generational perceptions of GenAI
Deloitte research highlights both worry and excitement among Gen Z with regards to Generative AI. Erica Farmer explores how accounting for different generational experiences of GenAI is a strategic imperative for employers and L&D.
Share the load with AI to create great training
Training designer Sheridan Webb explores why your role in learning and development is safe if you collaborate with AI rather than compete with it – and how to do it.
Beyond traditional training: AI feedback tools in modern L&D
Learning Experience Director Hannah Gore explores how AI-powered platforms are addressing key challenges in the world of L&D feedback.
Why mission-critical thinking trumps passion
Should L&D teams help employees pursue their passions or focus on meeting business needs? Robin Hoyle suggests you curb your enthusiasm and get on with mission-critical plans.
Could AI coachbots replace human coaches?
We’ve already seen an explosion of AI-enabled services in every area of business, education and training that have the potential to radically change how we work. Coaching is one such area that is following suit… but how effective could a coachbot really be?
Achieving a balance between technical and human skills
Investing in today’s workforce is crucial to ensuring employees have the skills for a brighter tomorrow
Nine tips for securing the learning investment you need
Learning and development is an important investment for organisations. Here are nine tips for creating a robust learning investment strategy to drive forward organisational success.
A future we cannot fathom: Learning Technologies 2024 gets down and dirty
This year’s Learning Technologies offered an energising, supportive environment for L&D professionals grappling with heavyweight problems and seeking to prepare for a future we’re ill-equipped to fathom.
