Data & Analytics
Gauging the performance of learners—and of learning—using a variety of methods, information and approaches helps L&D improve learning solution design and development.
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Beyond Knowledge: Evaluating Training Programs for Real-World Impact
In this session, we explore strategies for collecting data and assessing effectiveness across many industries. Real-world case studies will illuminate how meaningful evaluation drives business outcomes, while hands-on activities will guide attendees in crafting actionable, impact-focused evaluation plans tailored to their unique needs.
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Learning Leader Q&A on Agentic AI and Learning Strategy
I recently got the opportunity to ask Greggory Wright, Strategic Learning Partner at Southwest Airlines, for all the details on his team’s challenges, agentic AI, learning strategy, and his Learning Leadership Conference sessions: Q: What’s been your Learning & Development career journey? A: My learning and development career journey has definitely had its mountain peaks […]
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What Happens When EdTech Treats Data Like a Product?
Data is no longer a passive byproduct in the evolving EdTech landscape—from self-paced apps to corporate learning platforms—it’s a core, designable asset. Treating data as a product means managing it with the same intentionality as curriculum or code: structured design, clear ownership, and continuous iteration.
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Leveraging Rubrics in Instructional Design
Using rubrics can help you boost the effectiveness and quality of your training materials.
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The Alignment Advantage: How Learning Teams Can Drive Strategic Value
By Alaina Szlachta “Stakeholders don’t know whether HR and L&D are worth investing in.” This candid statement from a good friend, and fellow learning enthusiast, captures a central challenge L&D professionals have faced for decades. Many organizational leaders struggle to see the direct connection between learning initiatives and business outcomes. When budgets tighten, HR and […]
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Data Literacy: One Question at a Time
For many of us, when the term “data” enters the conversation, it creates distance. We either find ourselves requesting it from others or consuming it passively when it arrives. That mindset—”I request” or “I consume”—can make us feel like bystanders. But here’s the truth: You’re already more than that. You’re a partner in your data. […]
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The Impact of Learner Data on Adaptive AI-Driven Learning Systems
Adaptive AI-driven learning systems are transforming higher education by offering personalized learning experiences. Central to their effectiveness is the integration and analysis of learner data. This article examines how various types of learner data contribute to the performance and efficacy of adaptive learning systems. We explore data sources, methodologies for data analysis, implications for instructional […]
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Your AI Strategy Is Your Talent Strategy: Building the Skills Infrastructure to Power Enterprise Transformation
AI isn’t just disrupting workflows—it’s redefining the roles, skills, and systems that power the modern enterprise. In this session, we’ll explore why your AI strategy is your talent strategy, and how forward-thinking organizations are using skills intelligence to turn disruption into momentum. You’ll learn what it takes to build a future-proof talent tech stack—one that […]
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Establishing ROI at Every Phase of ADDIE
One of the hot topics in L&D right now is establishing an organization’s return on investment (ROI) from training offerings. This can feel daunting, especially if your L&D department lacks bandwidth. With increasing demands to do more with less, finding time to do the legwork to gather and compile all the data can feel like the final straw on the camel’s back.
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New Dates & Location for the Learning Leadership Conference 2025
The Learning Guild announces the 2025 Learning Leadership Conference in Orlando (Oct 1-3), featuring L&D executives from top companies, expanded networking, and deep dives into AI, data, and leadership development. Early registration discounts available.