In a previous post I explored the idea that a form of learned helplessness is to blame for executives and L&D’s inability to accept and embrace social & informal learning in their organizations. Simply put, my argument was that after years of “control” by formal learning (public education, higher education and training organizations) there may […]
Cognitive Dissonance and the Denial of Social/Informal Learning Read More »
The Internet Time Alliance always seems to inspire my thinking and remind me of what really matters; from Jane’s Pick of the Day to Clark Quinn’s mind mapping of keynotes. Mostly though, through their writing, I have had a new vision of organizational learning and I actively spread this in the organizations I support. Charles Jennings articulated
Visualize Real Learning Read More »
Yesterday I had a very salient moment regarding my use of social media. Until now my use of it has been very conspicuous and conscious; social media is something that has been an add-on in my life and in my work. Currently, among other initiatives in the formal learning space I am also deeply engaged in exploring enterprise 2.0
Social Media Oneness Read More »
What I’ve learned about Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) I have learned socially, informally and “non-formally” too (See Harold Jarche’s @hjarche PKM Workshop opportunity in @C4LPT‘s Social Media Centre). Mostly I’ve pulled my understanding from a knowledgeable network of people of my choosing. Recommendations of people have been presented but not in a traditional formal method. My
My PKM approach: People, Simplicity, and Discipline Read More »
Beatles songs have always given me pause. Some of my favorites include “Yesterday”, “Hey Jude”, “Across the Universe” and “Let it Be.” The Beatles were ahead of their time musically and lyrically. Recently, yet unfortunately, while running up a pretty steep hill the song “Dear Prudence” began playing on my iPhone. I say unfortunately because when you’re
Won’t you open up your eyes? Read More »
