👋 Welcome to our June  ‘Modern Learning Technology’ Edition of Here’s A Thought

👋 Welcome to our June ‘Modern Learning Technology’ Edition of Here’s A Thought

Ready to explore the latest advancements in learning technology? 

🧠 The Mind of our Product: Dive into our Chief Product Officer Todd Boes' latest insights on the future of modern learning technology.

Selecting the Right Technology: Discover often-overlooked factors to consider when choosing the right learning technology for your business.

🗓️ Mid-Year Technology Checkpoint: As we move into the second half of 2024, it's the perfect time to assess your current technology and plan the next steps in your digital transformation journey.


Who better to guide us through the landscape of modern learning technology than Todd Boes , Chief Product Officer at Thought Industries?

"As humans we learn more, faster, when we have context …Looking at learning in 2024, we are able to add ‘real-time’ and ‘personalized’ into why context remains key and is, arguably, even more effective than ever before. This is down to one thing: the use of AI in learning models which, simply put, are accelerating learning."

Eager to hear more of Todd’s thoughts? Check out his blog on AI and the future of online learning here.


✅ Selecting the Right Technology

In today's world, purchasing anything at the click of a button is incredibly easy. However, there’s no “order now” button for the perfect Learning Management System (LMS). Finding an LMS that meets all your organization's needs can be a challenging task. There are numerous questions to consider before making a decision. This process can lead to obstacles and frustrations, often resulting in settling for a solution that doesn’t fully meet your requirements, causing you to start the cycle all over again.

This is where industry analyst John Leh of Talented Learning - Research and Consulting shares his insights on avoiding common LMS selection pitfalls in his latest podcast episode, “How to Avoid LMS Selection Speed Bumps.” 

Tune in to discover:

  • Strategic approaches to finding the perfect LMS
  • Tips for reviewing a shortlist of top-tier vendors
  • How to set a specific timeframe for your selection process
  • Understanding which type of LMS suits your business needs


💻 Mid-year Technology Check-In! 

Did anyone else blink and realize we’re halfway through 2024? 

As we wrap up the first half of the year, it's the perfect time to assess what went well, identify areas for improvement, and strategize how your business can thrive in the second half! 

First things first - is your learning technology keeping pace with your strategy? One quick way to review where your LMS stands in your tech stack is with this LMS integration checklist! 

Modern technology has been heavily discussed in 2024, but has your training business actually made any changes? If not, that’s okay; there’s still time to advance your technology in 2024!


🤖 Ready to Integrate AI Into Your Tech Stack!

Naturally, the hottest topic in modern technology is artificial intelligence. Bongo's latest blog sparked a discussion about how real-time personalized coaching and feedback are an underutilized part of the artificial intelligence evolution.

While AI is well-known for generating content to save time, its ability to provide personalized feedback at any moment is a game-changer for individuals' knowledge growth. In an environment full of AI overload (or just AI anxiety), Bongo ’s AI Coach proves to truly take skill-building to the next level.

Ready to take the plunge and leverage AI for your learning program? Check out this eBook to learn more about the ways it’s impacted the industry (and how you can keep up).

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👋 See You Next Month


John Leh

CEO at Talented Learning | Learning Systems Industry Analyst and Consultant

6mo

Always enjoy these roundups of learning tech insights from you, Thought Industries - especially when you include research or commentary I've published! Thanks for recommending that your readers check my mini-podcast on how to ease the process of choosing a learning platform. It can be tricky, but as you know from a vendor's perspective, with a few simple steps, buyers can smooth the path.

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