Our Reflections

Spring into Fresh Ideas and Inspired Content

Over here in the Midwest, Spring brings us the excitement of warmer days and more sunshine. This year, as we transition into a new season typically marked by renewing ...
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Vendor vs. Thought-Partner: Which Do You Need?

About this time last year, I went on the search for a new living room set. Our existing furniture was an eclectic mix of pieces – some from my husband’s single days, ...
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The Next Big Thing in Learning is Already Here!

I just got back from an extensive week at the eLearning Guild's DevLearn 2019 conference. This is my first time attending and I have to say I was thoroughly impressed. ...
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Surviving the Initial Scare of Instructional Design

Being a new instructional designer is exciting, but with so much to learn, some days may feel a little more like fright night. There are many different “tricks” that can ...
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The Importance of Cultivating a Learning Culture

A huge challenge in the world of learning and development is the cultivation of a learning culture – creating an environment where learners are passionate about the ...
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TechLearn 2019 – Putting the Learner First

TechLearn 2019 summarized in just one word? AMAZING! We met so many talented peers that inspired thought-provoking conversations, which opened up a dialogue surrounding ...
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It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane….It’s a SME??

SUPER-WHO? I am probably one of the least knowledgeable people out there when it comes to the Superhero Universes. Exhibit A - I have not seen Avengers: Endgame. ...
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An Ounce of Prevention: Stop Harassment in the Workplace Before It ...

We’ve all heard the Ben Franklin saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” As it turns out, preventing harassment in the workplace may be the “cure” ...
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Three Big Takeaways from the Chicago eLearning and Technology Showcase

We at RS had a great time at the Chicago eLearning and Technology Showcase (CETS) 2019! ATDChi and STC Chicago did an awesome job of organizing a great show, where we ...
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5 Do’s and Don’ts of Animation

Animation is a powerful tool used in just about every industry on the planet. What is this crazy, powerful thing called animation you ask? Generally, animation is ...
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