February 2025 Edition
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What’s Next: Big Moments and Exciting Plans Ahead!
Hi there!
What a month it’s been! From insightful conversations at World of Learning to exciting plans for the months ahead, the Learning Network is buzzing with energy. Meeting so many of you in person was a highlight—check out our favourite moment from the event below!
But we’re not slowing down! Next month, we’ve got The Learning Technologies Awards Showcase, and our book club is hosting Andy Lancaster live to discuss Organizational Learning Communities. More details below!
P.S. Got a story, event, or resource to share? Let us feature it in next month’s newsletter! Drop us an email at: contactus@thelearning-network.org
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Featured Events
The Learning Technology Awards Showcase
14 March @ 10:00 - 16:30 GMT - Thinktank at Birmingham Museums Millennium Point, Curzon Street
As the co-founders and organisers of the independent judging for the Learning Technologies Awards, The Learning Network invites you to learn from a selection of our 2024 award winners.
This full-day showcase will give you an inside look at what makes an award-winning learning experience, organisation, or individual. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions to a panel of LT Awards judges, gaining unique insights into what sets the best apart.
LN Mastery Day: Media Production
27th March 2025 @ 9:30-16:00 GMT - Strange Brew, Bristol
Our first master day of 2025 focuses on media production. Specifically recording and editing video and podcasts as part of your learning materials.
This full day hands-on event will give you the experience and skills to:
Featured Resource
Anatomy of A Great Award Entry
Emma Klosson delivered a great rapid talk at our summer mixer back in 2024 all about how to craft an effective awards entry.
Featured Podcast
The Business Case for Mentoring Programs with Neil John Cunningham
We know the impact a good mentor can have. Yet, according to a Forbes article, only 37% of professionals have a mentor.
Tune into episode 119 of the Learning for Good podcast to learn more.
Member Spotlight
Emily Decker talks to Sophie Costin about Finding Community in L&D.
Advice for Those New to L&D
Sophie has one key piece of advice: don’t be afraid to network. “This is the kindest industry in the world,” she says. “You’re never going to know everything, but that’s OK!”.
Industry Partner News
Finding, and closing, the training gaps at your frontline with observation
Struggling to make training stick? Research shows that up to 73% of workplace training goes unused, often due to the "knowing-doing gap"—where employees understand what to do but struggle to apply it. Industry Partner Ocasta have shared their free training needs analysis guide.
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