CET Talks: Accreditation, Learning and Leadership IACET

In today's workplace, the shift towards hybrid models has underscored the critical role of effective virtual facilitation. Despite the change, however, facilitators across the industry continue to struggle in their job function, resulting in learning experiences that lack quality and detract attendees from continued engagement. In this episode, Karen Vieth, the President and CEO of InSync Training, debunks some common facilitation myths, illustrating the nuanced challenges and innovative strategies essential for impactful virtual training. Join us as we delve into the future of virtual training, uncover the benefits of advanced facilitator training, and discover how organizations can enhance engagement and inclusivity in hybrid work environments.

As any training professional knows, an organization’s ability to educate is only as strong as its learning management system. But how can organizations ensure their primary learning interface is up to the task of meeting evolving accreditation standards? Join Donny Pattullo, Vice President of Business Development at BeaconLive - recently named a Top 10 LMS Provider – as he shares his insights, exploring best practices for aligning LMS operations with accreditation, the role of analytics, and how BeaconLive enables organizations to achieve compliance across multiple geographic regions.

Tune in as Randy Bowman, President and CEO of IACET, and co-host, Mike Veny, CEO of Mike Veny, Inc., an IACET Accredited Provider, speak with Brian Washburn, author of the new book "Instructional Design on a Shoestring." Brian outlines his approach to applying the ADDIE model and Build-Borrow-Buy methodology to instructional design projects with limited resources. He shares quick tips, shortcuts, and case studies on how to develop quality training events even when budgets are tight. The discussion covers strategies and best practices for overcoming common challenges instructional designers face due to constraints on capital and time. Brian also provides advice for new designers feeling overwhelmed by restrictions and offers his vision for the future of the field.

Randy Bowman, Interim President and CEO of IACET, and co-host, Mike Veny, CEO of Mike Veny, Inc., an IACET Accredited Provider, speak with Matt Foran, co-founder of Simple Movement eLearning and founder of the skills assessment platform KnowMeQ. They discuss trends in upskilling and reskilling, and creating a culture of lifelong learning. Matt emphasizes taking a strengths-based, whole-person approach to understanding the complex skills individuals possess beyond just test scores. You'll also hear about how AI can play a role in career mapping if partnered with human guidance. 

Randy Bowman, Interim President and CEO of IACET, and co-host, Mike Veny, CEO of Mike Veny, Inc., an IACET Accredited Provider, interview Tamiko Ogburn, Manager of Learning, Design, and Organizational Effectiveness for the City of Detroit. Tamiko shares insights on building a quality training organization as an accreditation manager. She also discusses key factors in curriculum development, including aligning with organizational goals, managing the accreditation process, and fostering innovation. Tune in to hear practical strategies and inspiration for individuals looking to improve their training organizations on the path to accreditation.

Randy Bowman, Interim President and CEO of IACET, and co-host, Mike Veny, CEO of Mike Veny, Inc., an IACET Accredited Provider, interview Dr. James E. Willis, Professor at the University of Indianapolis, and Meghan Conan, Program Manager of Live Training at ASTM International, as they discuss digital badges. Discover what digital badges are and their importance for training providers. Dr. Willis and Meghan also discuss security considerations, accessibility, and the role of IACET in the digital badging ecosystem. They also share their thoughts about what a world that learns better could look like with wider digital badge adoption.