#GuildChat for 06/05/15: How Technology Might Actually Hinder Learning
Our next #GuildChat takes place Friday, June 5th at 11am PT / 2pm ET. Our topic for this chat is How Technology Might Actually Hinder Learning.
Throughout history new technological innovations served to help mankind do their work better, faster and often at a lower cost and in less time than without it. Technology has also extended human life and connected the globe in an ever expanding web of communication and information. However, not all technology has had a completely positive impact. For example, the early Industrial Revolution brought about lower priced goods due to more rapid production but it also led to harsh working conditions, child labor and the expansion of global colonialism. The Internet can bring people together for creative solutions and spread knowledge quickly but it can also bring people together for malicious activity and help propagate misinformation and myths.
In this week’s GuildChat we aim to explore the “other side” of technology’s impact on learning and try to answer the questions around how technology can actually hindered people’s growth and development and what can we do better to ensure it serves us well in our efforts to learn.
Prospective questions:
Q1. Can technology create a barrier limiting one’s development? If no, why? If yes, how? #GuildChat
Q2. In what ways have you found technology more a burden than a benefit to learning? #GuildChat
Q3. When might technology not be appropriate to use for learning? #GuildChat
Q4. What are some red flags to look for that might show technology acting more as a barrier to than an enabler of learning? #GuildChat
Q5. What approaches have you used to ensure technology doesn’t impede your learning? #GuildChat
Q6. How can we better position technology to be helpful with learning, be it our own or in support of others? #GuildChat
Q7. What do you see as the critical needs for successful implementation of a new technology to be used for learning? #GuildChat
Chat Transcript
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2:00 PM | eLearningGuild | Welcome to #GuildChat, brought to you by @eLearningGuild. Today we’re talking about technology and how it might hinder learning. #elGuild |
2:00 PM | britz | RT @eLearningGuild: Welcome to #GuildChat, brought to you by @eLearningGuild. Today we’re talking about technology and how it might hinder … |
2:01 PM | JD_Dillon | RT @eLearningGuild: Welcome to #GuildChat, brought to you by @eLearningGuild. Today we’re talking about technology and how it might hinder … |
2:01 PM | eLearningGuild | Today’s chat is scheduled to last one hour. We’ll post questions using #GuildChat; as a reminder be sure to use the hashtag in your tweets. |
2:03 PM | eLearningGuild | Please take a moment to introduce yourself and share your work and interests. The first question will be posed in just 2 minutes. #GuildChat |
2:04 PM | chris_benz | Chris Benz here. Director of Online Events for #eLGuild. My superpower is the power of confusion. #GuildChat https://t.co/J6Q8mhDrGS |
2:04 PM | LearnovateSA | RT @eLearningGuild: Welcome to #GuildChat, brought to you by @eLearningGuild. Today we’re talking about technology and how it might hinder … |
2:04 PM | LearnovateSA | RT @eLearningGuild: #GuildChat starts in just 5 MINUTES. Join us for a chat on Technology Hindering Learning. #elguild |
2:05 PM | Minreeva | Paul T from Manila, PH. Lifelong learner and donut enthusiast. “Hi! I’m Paul and I’m a donut addict.” #GuildChat |
2:05 PM | eLearningGuild | Q1) Can technology create a barrier limiting one’s development? If no, why not? If yes, how so? #GuildChat |
2:05 PM | britz | Mark Britz, w/ the Guild. In #Syracuse a few more days before heading out to an exciting #mlearncon in Austin next week! #guildchat |
2:05 PM | SimonBlairTrain | Simon Blair, e-Learning guy and source of entropy. #GuildChat I’m also a thought leader, seeking thought followers. :-) |
2:05 PM | britz | RT @eLearningGuild Q1) Can technology create a barrier limiting one’s development? If no, why not? If yes, how so? #GuildChat |
2:06 PM | JD_Dillon | JD in Orlando, FL. Learning geek, sharer, flatbread enthusiast, presenter. #GuildChat https://t.co/snzU4fgjVG |
2:06 PM | chris_benz | Welcome, Paul T and Simon. #guildchat |
2:06 PM | aa_altieri | Anthony Altieri. eLearning nerd. Wearer of an #xapi #LRS. #guildchat |
2:06 PM | britz | @SimonBlairTrain Hi Simon. Thanks for joining in! #guildchat |
2:06 PM | JD_Dillon | A1) Poorly designed/implemented tech can limit one’s ability to perform and development – of course … #GuildChat https://t.co/YcNEEfytdG |
2:06 PM | Minreeva | A1) Yes. Especially if the audience isn’t mature enough or the facilitator lacks class control. It can be a distraction #GuildChat |
2:07 PM | SimonBlairTrain | A1: Definitely. When you have to learn the tech, or fight with it to get it working, it doesn’t leave room for much else. #GuildChat |
2:07 PM | chris_benz | Technology can be a barrier when poorly implemented or is inappropriate for the goal. #guildchat https://t.co/D4hhK9KyBS |
2:07 PM | MelMilloway | Missing #GuildChat because I have a ton of work! Enjoy learning, all! |
2:07 PM | JD_Dillon | A1) If I have to worry more about how to use the tech and less about my actual work = fail #GuildChat |
2:07 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @britz Glad to be here. My 2pm meeting was cancelled, so I finally get to attend #GuildChat from the start. |
2:07 PM | RaftLearning | @RaftLearning And as usual, I’ve forgotton to add the hastag on my first post…#GuildChat |
2:08 PM | colinwelch | Hi #GuildChat folk. I’m too busy to join tonight but I’m planning to write a blog post on this topic so will read the thread in detail later |
2:08 PM | Minreeva | @chris_benz Hey! Happy weekend! #guildchat |
2:08 PM | britz | A1. In short: “I have met the enemy and the enemy is us” – Walt Kelly #guildchat |
2:08 PM | chris_benz | Oh, no! Would it help if we moved our meeting today to Monday? ;-) #guildchat https://t.co/8uCBk5Zlaz |
2:08 PM | aa_altieri | q1) absolutely! Using technology before its consumable may limit older systems from accessing/using it http://t.co/T8cXlOmWx4 #guildchat |
2:08 PM | JD_Dillon | A1) Tech for the sake of tech = fail #GuildChat |
2:08 PM | willconstantine | Hello everyone! #guildchat |
2:08 PM | chris_benz | A Pogo reference! #GuildChat https://t.co/E6l9LE3FSH |
2:08 PM | willconstantine | RT @eLearningGuild: Q1) Can technology create a barrier limiting one’s development? If no, why not? If yes, how so? #GuildChat |
2:08 PM | britz | @Minreeva What about your own learning, learning goals? #guildchat |
2:09 PM | chris_benz | Welcome, Will, JD, and Anthony! #GuildChat |
2:09 PM | britz | @willconstantine Hey Will! #guildchat |
2:09 PM | britz | RT @JD_Dillon: A1) Tech for the sake of tech = fail #GuildChat |
2:09 PM | danno4krist | @willconstantine Hi Will…#GuildChat |
2:09 PM | willconstantine | Q1) it totally can. It’s not about the tech it’s about how the tech can help develop #guildchat |
2:09 PM | SimonBlairTrain | Yes! Everything must serve a purpose. #GuildChat https://t.co/8pfLWBKMWB |
2:10 PM | britz | RT @willconstantine: Q1) it totally can. It’s not about the tech it’s about how the tech can help develop #guildchat |
2:10 PM | chris_benz | A1) Technology for technology’s sake is often a waste of time in learning. #GuildChat |
2:10 PM | RaftLearning | Tech is/can be very hands-on, but there is developmental merit in manual manipulation of physical materials. #GuildChat |
2:10 PM | willconstantine | Q1) social media is a great example. You can spend hours and after have done absolutely nothing. #guildchat |
2:11 PM | britz | @willconstantine Tech can distract… think of the ol’ Internet rabbit holes we can go down (again, the prob is us) #guildchat |
2:11 PM | RaftLearning | @chris_benz Plus, the temptation to play is higher with tech that is used for more than 1 purpose. #GuildChat |
2:11 PM | Minreeva | @britz personally, it has helped me – A LOT. It’s a double-edged sword though – especially with GTAV & DOTA2 just a click away. #guildchat |
2:11 PM | danno4krist | True! #GuildChat https://t.co/AnfHLBoGRC |
2:11 PM | britz | RT @willconstantine: Q1) social media is a great example. You can spend hours and after have done absolutely nothing. #guildchat |
2:12 PM | aa_altieri | a1) New tech frustrates. Think of those surrounded by blinking “12:00”s throughout the home #guildchat |
2:12 PM | eLearningGuild | Q2) In what ways have you found technology to be more a burden than a benefit to learning? #GuildChat |
2:12 PM | britz | @willconstantine but alas.. serendipity can reveal much in the way of opportunity #guildchat |
2:12 PM | willconstantine | @britz yes I agree! Discipline. #GuildChat |
2:12 PM | willconstantine | RT @eLearningGuild: Q2) In what ways have you found technology to be more a burden than a benefit to learning? #GuildChat |
2:13 PM | willconstantine | Q2) being always on and not having a keen focus on what is to be accomplished. #guildchat |
2:13 PM | JD_Dillon | A2) (Most) LMS … yup … I said it … #GuildChat https://t.co/wTKJQMjhoD |
2:13 PM | SimonBlairTrain | A2: When you have to redo your entire library to make it work with your new tech. #GuildChat |
2:13 PM | danno4krist | A2) When it is forced without seeing the need #GuildChat https://t.co/9KqaSr90ra |
2:13 PM | danno4krist | A2) When it is forced without seeing the need #GuildChat https://t.co/9KqaSr90ra |
2:13 PM | aa_altieri | a2) Lack of standards!! #guildchat |
2:14 PM | RaftLearning | A2) Having to learn new software/hardware, anti-tech learners, people who just don’t GET it…#GuildChat |
2:14 PM | britz | A2. When the tech designed to help me learn functions so poorly my frustration dampens my enlightenment #guildchat |
2:14 PM | JD_Dillon | A2) Using a pile of disconnected platforms w/ varying UI design and different user experiences #GuildChat https://t.co/wTKJQMjhoD |
2:14 PM | RaftLearning | @JD_Dillon JD! Shame on you! LMS’s are all perfect! LOL #GuildChat |
2:14 PM | chris_benz | A) When students spend too much time learning the tech & not learning what the tech is supposed to teach. #GuildChat https://t.co/uKHwoOgSVC |
2:14 PM | JD_Dillon | A2) Requiring people to do something via tech that can be more easily completed without #GuildChat https://t.co/wTKJQMjhoD |
2:15 PM | Minreeva | A2) When I find myself on the weird side of YouTube , considering I started by watching a Tedx- that’s when I know I overdid it. #GuildChat |
2:15 PM | RaftLearning | @aa_altieri How about lack of strategic planning?? #GuildChat |
2:15 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @RaftLearning @JD_Dillon Riiight. That’s why prepping for ours feels like converting my albums from vinyl to CD. :-) #GuildChat |
2:15 PM | danno4krist | A2 Learning tech for so long before learning content! #GuildChat https://t.co/9KqaSr90ra |
2:16 PM | RaftLearning | A2) Random application of tech usage “because we can” or “because we have it so we might as well use it for this.” #GuildChat |
2:16 PM | aa_altieri | @RaftLearning That’s a whole other conversation! But yes…absolutely. #guildchat |
2:16 PM | RaftLearning | @SimonBlairTrain @JD_Dillon Are you saying it’s tedious, Simon? #GuildChat |
2:16 PM | danno4krist | RT @JD_Dillon: A2) Requiring people to do something via tech that can be more easily completed without #GuildChat https://t.co/wTKJQMjhoD |
2:17 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @RaftLearning @JD_Dillon Yup. Of course, we have have the added joy of porting from one publishing tool to another. #GoodTimes #GuildChat |
2:17 PM | britz | A2. with the growing Internet of Things #IoT we will have to learn less in some areas. A positive barrier? #guildchat |
2:17 PM | Stu_Rod | A2) Anything done poorly can be more burden than benefit. Key: think thru audience, objective, context, then design the solution #GuildChat |
2:17 PM | Stu_Rod | RT @eLearningGuild: Q2) In what ways have you found technology to be more a burden than a benefit to learning? #GuildChat |
2:18 PM | Minreeva | A2) When going through the tech is more complicated than what I was supposed to learn #GuildChat |
2:18 PM | RaftLearning | @SimonBlairTrain @JD_Dillon We’re about to do a major upgrade of our LMS. I’m terrified. #GuildChat |
2:19 PM | aa_altieri | q2) Also, you have to develop for new tech, but still support outdated browsers/ OS because that’s what your users have. #guildchat |
2:19 PM | eLearningGuild | Q3) When might technology not be appropriate to use for learning? #GuildChat |
2:19 PM | RaftLearning | A2) Also, when the content developed for tech is BORING, too complicated, or too long. #GuildChat |
2:19 PM | colinwelch | @eLearningGuild #GuildChat a2) When it sits behind a login. Can be a barrier to entry. |
2:19 PM | britz | RT @eLearningGuild Q3) When might technology not be appropriate to use for learning? #GuildChat |
2:19 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @RaftLearning @JD_Dillon I think much of our pain is coming from the authoring tool port, and because we had no LMS before. #GuildChat |
2:19 PM | willconstantine | RT @eLearningGuild: Q3) When might technology not be appropriate to use for learning? #GuildChat |
2:20 PM | danno4krist | And many times, Ts can’t really help simplify things…then thats double burden! #GuildChat https://t.co/aqigXKjiWM |
2:20 PM | chris_benz | A3) I think the question is backward. We should be asking when tech *is* appropriate. ;-) #GuildChat https://t.co/rBRvMc0Vty |
2:20 PM | willconstantine | Q3) when it’s time to apply and do if it’s not technology related. Also if it require human interaction #guildchat |
2:20 PM | JD_Dillon | A3) More up to the end user and their context than the designer and their strategies #GuildChat https://t.co/edPOmKCWBQ |
2:20 PM | SimonBlairTrain | A3: @JD_Dillon said it already. #GuildChat https://t.co/l9wfkNylDF |
2:20 PM | aa_altieri | Beat me to it #guildchat https://t.co/u0TWblOwR4 |
2:20 PM | RaftLearning | A3) When physically manipulating the new wrench is more important than watching a video about it. #GuildChat |
2:21 PM | McGough3R | A2: Sometimes tech moves fast & there is so much pressure 2 stay cutting edge…that I get frustrated. Google Drive 2 Classroom #GuildChat |
2:21 PM | danno4krist | A3 When it is best learnt w/out the tech #GuildChat https://t.co/Vqvdmj9Jt3 |
2:21 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @chris_benz Right. Otherwise we fall prey to “because we can”. #GuildChat |
2:21 PM | britz | A3 tech is not appropriate when it adds an unnecessary layer to learning. An elearning course on social media use perhaps? #guildchat |
2:21 PM | JD_Dillon | A3) Are we all in the same room? Then why are we working with eLearning rather than having an old-school convo? #GuildChat |
2:21 PM | Minreeva | @danno4krist couldn’t agree more. #guildchat |
2:22 PM | chris_benz | A3) My general rule of thumb is, If you can do it with a rock, use a rock. #GuildChat |
2:22 PM | RaftLearning | @JD_Dillon Also the initiator of the content…what they hope to accomplish with the training. #GuildChat |
2:23 PM | JD_Dillon | @chris_benz What are you doing with rocks exactly? :-) #GuildChat |
2:23 PM | RaftLearning | @SimonBlairTrain @chris_benz That’s where I am. Give me a REAL reason for creating this. Not “might as well,” but “this is WHY.” #GuildChat |
2:23 PM | britz | @chris_benz I can certainly drive a screw into a wall with a rock but the Phillips #2 screwdriver looks a bit more appropriate #guildchat |
2:23 PM | willconstantine | Have to run folks! Have a good weekend! #guildchat |
2:23 PM | RaftLearning | @chris_benz Like bashing someone’s brains in for their dumb ideas or poorly written content?? #GuildChat |
2:24 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @JD_Dillon @chris_benz Why, breaking scissors, of course! :-) #RockWins #GuildChat |
2:24 PM | chris_benz | Um, well … #GuildChat https://t.co/aT3wTd8HBX |
2:25 PM | RaftLearning | @britz @chris_benz THAT’S when you roll out tech/online content–teach them WHICH tools for which application, THEN do hands-on. #GuildChat |
2:25 PM | RaftLearning | @chris_benz Just saying there are days… #GuildChat |
2:26 PM | eLearningGuild | Q4) What are some red flags to look for that might show technology acting more as a barrier to than an enabler of learning? #GuildChat |
2:26 PM | chris_benz | My intention: Use the right tool for the job. That serves me well both in learning and home improvement. #GuildChat https://t.co/lWuycqLcbC |
2:26 PM | britz | RT @eLearningGuild: Q4) What are some red flags to look for that might show technology acting more as a barrier to than an enabler of learn… |
2:27 PM | aa_altieri | a4) The use of Flash? #guildchat |
2:27 PM | danno4krist | A3 Struggling to fit what worked in the other environment, here..just because its cool! #GuildChat https://t.co/Vqvdmj9Jt3 |
2:27 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @chris_benz Trying to teach my son that. “The handle of a screwdriver is NOT the same as a hammer.” #GuildChat |
2:28 PM | RaftLearning | A4) People spending inordinate amounts of time doing training. On-the-job performance is poor. #GuildChat |
2:28 PM | JD_Dillon | A4) User engagement – are they taking advantage of the tech or are they avoiding/begrudgingly active? #GuildChat https://t.co/UMwTrFUQKz |
2:28 PM | JD_Dillon | A4) Homegrown alternatives – are people making up their own stuff away from the tech solution? #GuildChat https://t.co/UMwTrFUQKz |
2:28 PM | SimonBlairTrain | A4: When you have to add training on how to access/use the training. #GuildChat |
2:29 PM | danno4krist | A5 When Ss ask ‘Must we do this?’ #GuildChat https://t.co/uzXV77Zz81 |
2:29 PM | JD_Dillon | A4) Why did you implement the tech in the first place? Are you achieving those desired outcomes? #GuildChat |
2:29 PM | RaftLearning | @JD_Dillon Yes! That’s a really good one, JD! #GuildChat |
2:29 PM | britz | A4. when the technology is difficult to learn in the process of learning something else #guildchat |
2:29 PM | Minreeva | A4) When writing/drawing something down on paper or demo-ing it sparks the “a-ha” moment #GuildChat |
2:30 PM | aa_altieri | a4) Like @chris_benz said. If I have to teach you to use the tech, I’m not teaching the the lesson. #guildchat https://t.co/Odg692GAAr |
2:30 PM | LearnovateSA | RT @eLearningGuild: Q4) What are some red flags to look for that might show technology acting more as a barrier to than an enabler of learn… |
2:30 PM | danno4krist | Yeah… if they’re already doing it w/out your tech! #GuildChat https://t.co/u1R4OZ3Q1g |
2:30 PM | britz | RT @SimonBlairTrain: A4: When you have to add training on how to access/use the training. #GuildChat |
2:30 PM | pbouffleur | @JD_Dillon late to #GuildChat because of screaming child, but we see this red flag all the time, screaming users because of new technology |
2:31 PM | aa_altieri | a4) if I have to upgrade to the latest OS or browser, or buy new equipment to support it #guildchat |
2:31 PM | RaftLearning | @JD_Dillon It can be easier to quantify outcomes with tech, but that shouldn’t be the reason to use it. Been there, too #GuildChat |
2:32 PM | JD_Dillon | A4) That time when people decide to experience your supposed on-demand tech content together in a meeting room #GuildChat |
2:33 PM | chris_benz | Yikes! #GuildChat https://t.co/JtOaP3conJ |
2:33 PM | aa_altieri | @SimonBlairTrain I’ve seen that: The developer couldn’t support his own course! Tried to use tech that wasn’t ready #guildchat |
2:33 PM | SimonBlairTrain | A4: When the response to the tech is “Ain’t nobody got time for that!” #GuildChat |
2:34 PM | danno4krist | @aa_altieri @SimonBlairTrain Really??? Shame! #GuildChat |
2:34 PM | eLearningGuild | Q5) What approaches have you used to ensure technology doesn’t impede your learning? #GuildChat |
2:35 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @danno4krist @aa_altieri Ouch! How embarrassing. #GuildChat |
2:35 PM | aa_altieri | a5) stop using flash #guildchat |
2:35 PM | danno4krist | A5 There is time for everything! Time to use tech, time not to. #GuildChat https://t.co/8GKP29xu6m |
2:35 PM | britz | A5. Personal learning tech – I jettison those tools that I find little value in, clean house… Vine, I’m looking at you #guildchat |
2:36 PM | JD_Dillon | A5) Use criteria to select tech that aligns to my needs, remain flexible, try new things constantly #GuildChat https://t.co/ERqBLkY3hN |
2:36 PM | RaftLearning | @aa_altieri I sense you are biased against Flash…#GuildChat |
2:36 PM | SimonBlairTrain | A5: Try to keep it intuitive (e.g. easily recognizable, consistently placed nav buttons). #GuildChat |
2:37 PM | britz | RT @eLearningGuild Q5) What approaches have you used to ensure technology doesn’t impede your learning? #GuildChat |
2:37 PM | danno4krist | @RaftLearning @aa_altieri Was going to ask what the issue is with flash too #GuildChat |
2:37 PM | aa_altieri | a5) Tech is the tool, not the goal. Don’t use tech unless it delivers the message. #guildchat |
2:37 PM | britz | A5. Know my needs up front, select accordingly #guildchat |
2:37 PM | RaftLearning | Look very hard at what we’re trying to accomplish. Try to keep things simple. #GuildChat https://t.co/sLoU2M3i5H |
2:38 PM | Minreeva | A5) Old-school, team-building type approach/activity to teach new hires systematic troubleshooting basics for printers. Post #GuildChat |
2:38 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @aa_altieri And even then, only if it does it better than the alternatives. #GuildChat |
2:39 PM | britz | A5. When new tech/tools present themselves I tap into my networks first to better understand affordances #guildchat |
2:39 PM | RaftLearning | @aa_altieri But…but…tech is TRENDY. It’s HOT. Everybody’s doing it…#GuildChat |
2:39 PM | danno4krist | A5 For personal learning, if learning d tech would take longer than learning the content, I’ll go w/out #GuildChat https://t.co/8GKP29xu6m |
2:39 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @RaftLearning Right! Like they say, KISS: Keep It Simple Simon. :-) Everybody needs a saying like that, too. :-) #GuildChat |
2:40 PM | pbouffleur | A5) use tech that my users already are comfortable with (don’t recreate the wheel!) #GuildChat |
2:40 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @RaftLearning @aa_altieri So shiny! I want it! #GuildChat |
2:40 PM | danno4krist | Great! Check how others are using it and how it may be beneficial to me #GuildChat https://t.co/QZz9TCfIup |
2:40 PM | FanrowFrancois | RT @eLearningGuild: Q1) Can technology create a barrier limiting one’s development? If no, why not? If yes, how so? #GuildChat |
2:41 PM | eLearningGuild | Q6) How can we better position technology to be helpful with learning, be it our own or in support of others? #GuildChat |
2:41 PM | britz | RT @danno4krist: Great! Check how others are using it and how it may be beneficial to me #GuildChat https://t.co/QZz9TCfIup |
2:42 PM | RaftLearning | @pbouffleur And if that doesn’t work, talk to a focus group to develop best practices using new tech or no tech. #GuildChat |
2:42 PM | britz | RT @eLearningGuild: Q6) How can we better position technology to be helpful with learning, be it our own or in support of others? #GuildChat |
2:42 PM | JD_Dillon | A6) Understand context and need, listen to the users, lean on simple, flexible tech #GuildChat https://t.co/fQYYDob4cu |
2:43 PM | aa_altieri | And if everybody jumped off a bridge… ;-) #guildchat https://t.co/gihbvITAUr |
2:43 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @aa_altieri Isn’t that called “bungee jumping”? #GuildChat |
2:43 PM | britz | A6. Understand the learning process is unique to everyone. learning requires experience, practice, conversation, reflection #guildchat |
2:44 PM | danno4krist | A6 Discover what users do with tech ordinarily and seek its adaptation for learning purposes #GuildChat https://t.co/D4ZpBa2yJ0 |
2:44 PM | RaftLearning | @aa_altieri I watch this phenomenon happening on a regular basis. Lemmings, every one of them…#GuildChat |
2:44 PM | aa_altieri | Uhm… I really could have used that line as a kid… a LOT. #guildchat https://t.co/yr42RLkSfK |
2:44 PM | RaftLearning | @SimonBlairTrain @aa_altieri Only if they’re tethered to the bungee, Simon! #GuildChat |
2:44 PM | JD_Dillon | A6) Don’t get distracted by shiny objects! Just because you CAN go mobile doesn’t mean you SHOULD … #GuildChat https://t.co/fQYYDnTsNU |
2:45 PM | JD_Dillon | RT @britz: A6. Understand the learning process is unique to everyone. learning requires experience, practice, conversation, reflection #gui… |
2:45 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @RaftLearning @aa_altieri If they’re not, does it change the sport or just mean they’re not prepared? #GuildChat |
2:45 PM | danno4krist | RT @JD_Dillon: A6) Don’t get distracted by shiny objects! Just because you CAN go mobile doesn’t mean you SHOULD … #GuildChat https://t.… |
2:45 PM | JD_Dillon | A6) Understand the potential benefits of tech and how they can augment (not replace) current practice #GuildChat |
2:45 PM | RaftLearning | @danno4krist Good answer, Daniel! #GuildChat |
2:45 PM | aa_altieri | a6) lightweight, standards based tech that is easy to serve, consume, and support. #guildchat |
2:45 PM | colinwelch | #GuildChat A6) Point it towards the face of the learner. Sorry. Bad joke. |
2:46 PM | danno4krist | RT @JD_Dillon: A6) Understand the potential benefits of tech and how they can augment (not replace) current practice #GuildChat |
2:46 PM | RaftLearning | @JD_Dillon …SQUIRREL! #GuildChat |
2:46 PM | RaftLearning | @SimonBlairTrain @aa_altieri hmm, good question. Could be they didn’t do the online training… #GuildChat |
2:47 PM | britz | A6. Spend time understanding all the affordances of a technology #guildchat |
2:47 PM | JD_Dillon | RT @britz: A6. Spend time understanding all the affordances of a technology #guildchat |
2:47 PM | gbxapi | RT @eLearningGuild: Welcome to #GuildChat, brought to you by @eLearningGuild. Today we’re talking about technology and how it might hinder … |
2:47 PM | LearnovateSA | RT @eLearningGuild: Q6) How can we better position technology to be helpful with learning, be it our own or in support of others? #GuildChat |
2:47 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @RaftLearning @aa_altieri So the training didn’t have the desired “impact”? :-P #GuildChat |
2:47 PM | aa_altieri | a6) don’t pick “trendy” tech and ask what will that tech LET me do. Figure out your goal, and chose the tech that works best. #guildchat |
2:48 PM | danno4krist | *Smiles* just learnt that word AFFORDANCES with use in tech and learning today! #GuildChat https://t.co/CjkHxd8MJJ |
2:48 PM | gbxapi | RT @aa_altieri: a5) Tech is the tool, not the goal. Don’t use tech unless it delivers the message. #guildchat |
2:48 PM | pbouffleur | RT @JD_Dillon: A6) Understand the potential benefits of tech and how they can augment (not replace) current practice #GuildChat |
2:48 PM | aa_altieri | Well… it was flash-based and they had an iPhone… sooo…. #guildchat https://t.co/wb5wdNdIRa |
2:48 PM | chris_benz | So how do we deal with stakeholders who want tech for tech’s sake? #GuildChat |
2:48 PM | Minreeva | A6) If in doubt, just don’t. research, & plan strategically. Using tech takes up a lot of resources though we dont realize it #GuildChat |
2:48 PM | eLearningGuild | Q7) What do you see as the critical needs for successful implementation of a new technology to be used for learning? #GuildChat |
2:48 PM | SimonBlairTrain | Yes! To borrow from design “form follows function” #GuildChat https://t.co/NdKL7zVMWR |
2:48 PM | britz | RT @eLearningGuild: Q7) What do you see as the critical needs for successful implementation of a new technology to be used for learning? #G… |
2:49 PM | RaftLearning | @SimonBlairTrain @aa_altieri Or they just wanted to make a splash…#GuildChat |
2:49 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @chris_benz Ask them why. Then ask 4 more times #5Whys #GuildChat |
2:49 PM | anitrabutler | RT @eLearningGuild: Q6) How can we better position technology to be helpful with learning, be it our own or in support of others? #GuildChat |
2:49 PM | aa_altieri | If only someone had a rock… #guildchat https://t.co/zOnLXHtkuB |
2:49 PM | danno4krist | A7 Don’t implement w’out the users #GuildChat https://t.co/4Xc2bM7yxx |
2:49 PM | Minreeva | A7) Sad to say, but it all boils down to cost-effectiveness #GuildChat |
2:49 PM | chris_benz | I’m not a violent person. Really. #GuildChat https://t.co/V6pSGo0mFX |
2:49 PM | JD_Dillon | A7) The tech must solve a problem … #GuildChat https://t.co/ttC59QzFux |
2:49 PM | RaftLearning | @chris_benz Try to get a “why” out of them up-front. If you keep asking “why” maybe they’ll get the point. #GuildChat |
2:50 PM | britz | RT @Minreeva: A7) Sad to say, but it all boils down to cost-effectiveness #GuildChat |
2:50 PM | britz | RT @Minreeva A7) Sad to say, but it all boils down to cost-effectiveness #GuildChat / Interesting pt. Tell us more. |
2:50 PM | JD_Dillon | A7) We don’t need to label “learning tech.” Enable support/learning via tech used in context on the job #GuildChat https://t.co/ttC59QzFux |
2:50 PM | danno4krist | Well, I think part of our work is helping them ‘see’ the repercussions of that #GuildChat https://t.co/sQRjrLKXYc |
2:51 PM | pbouffleur | @aa_altieri what if users are into a particular trendy tech, but there’s a better, not so trendy option? Go where the users are? #guildchat |
2:51 PM | britz | RT @JD_Dillon: A7) We don’t need to label “learning tech.” Enable support/learning via tech used in context on the job #GuildChat https://t… |
2:51 PM | aa_altieri | a7) It has to be lightweight, usable across platforms, and not cause more problems than it solves. #guildchat |
2:51 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @danno4krist Yes! Show them the light. #GuildChat |
2:51 PM | RaftLearning | A7) Be an expert yourself before asking anyone else to come on board. #GuildChat https://t.co/qjQUnOfAZH |
2:52 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @pbouffleur @aa_altieri I would, assuming it makes things easier for the users. #GuildChat |
2:52 PM | colinwelch | A7) Learners having access to that tech. You might be an early adopter but are your target population? #GuildChat |
2:52 PM | RaftLearning | @pbouffleur @aa_altieri Or find a way to show them why the alternative is better. #GuildChat |
2:52 PM | JD_Dillon | A7) Help users flex the tech – don’t stick to your original strategy if people find valuable ways to evolve #GuildChat |
2:52 PM | aa_altieri | Sometimes… we have to fall on our swords. But avoid it when you can. #guildchat https://t.co/Bz9MeVVshr |
2:53 PM | danno4krist | A7 Learner-centric… Guide them to choose which tech to use for each learning process! #GuildChat https://t.co/4Xc2bM7yxx |
2:53 PM | Minreeva | @britz In a constant drive 2 squeeze ROI, experienced stakeholders forcing tech 2 save & max performance. We were so unprepared. #guildchat |
2:53 PM | pbouffleur | A7) Learners have to see value and use the tech first and foremost. #GuildChat |
2:53 PM | RaftLearning | @JD_Dillon Again, user input. If they don’t buy in we’re wasting our time. #GuildChat |
2:54 PM | danno4krist | Exactly JD! #GuildChat https://t.co/GVCRprTdoU |
2:54 PM | RaftLearning | @danno4krist Sounds good on the surface, but that can get you into trouble. #GuildChat |
2:54 PM | britz | @Minreeva The cost effectiveness pt resonated as I thought to of “opportunity cost” #guildchat |
2:54 PM | aa_altieri | Heh… be honest, how many of us spend more time on this battle than actually designing content? #guildchat https://t.co/UgGlfGbq9Q |
2:55 PM | eLearningGuild | Time is drawing short. Any final thoughts you’d like to share about today’s topic? #GuildChat |
2:55 PM | britz | @JD_Dillon Best tech serves as a platform #guildchat |
2:55 PM | danno4krist | @RaftLearning Depends on how you see it! Besides, what makes trouble wrong??? #GuildChat |
2:55 PM | pbouffleur | @SimonBlairTrain @aa_altieri this is my thinking. #GuildChat |
2:55 PM | RaftLearning | @aa_altieri True story. #GuildChat |
2:56 PM | eLearningGuild | Stay on top of the changing learning technology landscape by joining us for #DevLearn this fall. http://t.co/TbZCWiPKgc #GuildChat |
2:56 PM | LearnovateSA | RT @eLearningGuild: Q7) What do you see as the critical needs for successful implementation of a new technology to be used for learning? #G… |
2:56 PM | britz | @eLearningGuild Interesting to see that most of the conversation revolved around Internet technology vs other forms #guildchat |
2:56 PM | RaftLearning | @danno4krist Sometimes giving them the choice is a BAD idea. #GuildChat |
2:56 PM | SimonBlairTrain | @aa_altieri I think I’m about to. Our LMS goes live in a week. Pick your battles, right? #GuildChat |
2:56 PM | pbouffleur | RT @JD_Dillon: A7) Help users flex the tech – don’t stick to your original strategy if people find valuable ways to evolve #GuildChat |
2:57 PM | danno4krist | @RaftLearning Curious to know why Gail…any experiences? #GuildChat |
2:57 PM | JD_Dillon | Right-fit tech can be a powerful enabler in a performance ecosystem. Drive with user experience in mind! #GuildChat https://t.co/5rOhpSmvQj |
2:57 PM | RaftLearning | @SimonBlairTrain @aa_altieri Yes! Sometimes just thinking about fighting those battles is exhausting. I just hate to give ground! #GuildChat |
2:58 PM | aa_altieri | Ouch! Good luck! I’ll be praying for you! #guildchat https://t.co/Oo41n5BSII |
2:58 PM | pbouffleur | RT @JD_Dillon: Right-fit tech can be a powerful enabler in a performance ecosystem. Drive with user experience in mind! #GuildChat https://… |
2:58 PM | ElearningVO | RT @britz: @eLearningGuild Interesting to see that most of the conversation revolved around Internet technology vs other forms #guildchat |
2:59 PM | britz | RT @JD_Dillon: Right-fit tech can be a powerful enabler in a performance ecosystem. Drive with user experience in mind! #GuildChat https://… |
2:59 PM | eLearningGuild | Join us next week for #GuildChat as we discuss the Role of Reflection in Learning http://t.co/0jOdxUeDaK #elguild |
2:59 PM | RaftLearning | @danno4krist They can spend more time making the decision than developing the content, for one thing. I work with doctors! :) #GuildChat |
2:59 PM | JD_Dillon | RT @eLearningGuild: Join us next week for #GuildChat as we discuss the Role of Reflection in Learning http://t.co/0jOdxUeDaK #elguild |
3:00 PM | pbouffleur | Thanks all for a great #GuildChat have a great weekend! |
3:00 PM | chris_benz | I used to work with doctors. I feel your pain! #GuildChat https://t.co/53AEQExsPd |
3:00 PM | eLearningGuild | Thanks for joining #GuildChat everyone. We’ll see you next week. Look for a transcript of today’s chat soon! |
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