Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 3, 2015

I like the process of discovery. Q & A with Bonnifer Ballard, Executive Director, Michigan Section, American Water Works Association. Q: If you could have any question answered, what would it be? A: I like that we don’t have all the answers. Q: If you could have one wish, what would it be?

Michigan 100

Michigan Content Chicago Tools 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 3, 2014

food and beverage, AV and function space) while instructional designers focus on the content presented. Was the content well organized? Whether you mostly utilize industry speakers or professional speakers, it’s likely they have content expertise. Think back to the last conference you attended. Did they hold your attention?

Michigan 100

Michigan Dallas Chicago Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

The new normal” is shifting to a process whereby a cross section of the association’s membership comes together as a conference task force or education committee and: Brainstorms what topics the members should be hearing at XYZ meeting (based upon the anticipated audience and conference goals/objectives). visuals, handouts, activities).

Michigan 100

Michigan Committee Survey Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

PowerPoint slides are overwhelmed by too much content. Encouraged speakers to limit their content and slide decks, plan appropriately for practice and feedback time, park unrelated topics and leave time at the end of their sessions for questions, feedback and evaluations. Do these sound familiar? Mastery does not occur overnight.

Conference 100

Conference Committee Review Video 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 26, 2016

You can facilitate a glitch-free learning and transfer process by adopting these measures even before the training program starts. The insights you gain from a training needs assessment will help you design e-learning courses with relevant content that helps learners perform well in their jobs. Before the training. During the training.

Organization 113

Organization Case Study Course Analysis 113

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 16, 2014

E-mail, event and content marketing are the top ranked tactics in terms of effectiveness. Respondents ranked e-mail and event marketing as the top two marketing tactics, followed by social media, website/SEO and content marketing. But here’s the problem: Without content, there’s no marketing strategy. Embrace content.

Marketing 100

Marketing Social Media Content Report 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 7, 2015

Content curation. In a content curation process, a committee comprised of a cross-section of the organization’s key constituents first identifies the topics of greatest interest or concern to the industry. Via the content curation approach, speaker asks may be more deliberate (e.g.,

Committee 100

Committee Review Content Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 26, 2016

You can facilitate a glitch-free learning and transfer process by adopting these measures even before the training program starts. The insights you gain from a training needs assessment will help you design e-learning courses with relevant content that helps learners perform well in their jobs. Before the training. During the training.

Organization 100

Organization Case Study Course Analysis 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Weaving an interesting narrative into educational content not only provides entertainment value and instant connection to the storyteller (speaker), it also has been scientifically proven to promote ‘neural coupling’ – a phenomenon that connects an audience with a speaker by prompting their own memories of past experiences that relate to that story.

Content 100

Content Education Communications Process 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 13, 2012

Early in the presentation, we discussed the expanding role of content curation and how it can serve as a valuable tool for associations who wish to make meaning of the sometimes excessive information, content and messaging they share with members. And it’s valuable because: We live in an era of content abundance. YouTube videos.

Content 100

Content Newsletter Social Media Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

“With most people now familiar with a wide range of devices, software and apps, this is spurring a rise in ‘social selling,’ where hotel sales teams are often building relationships with planners on social media to establish common bonds outside the sales process,” the report says. So…what do you think meeting planners?

Social Media 100

Social Media Software Report Technology 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 5, 2016

Issuu gives anyone with digitally bound content the ability to upload and distribute publications worldwide both quickly and easily. Make it an ongoing process. Bullets, photos, charts and other brief expressions of content are always preferable to lengthy paragraphs. Keep reports succinct. Consider the different audiences.

Report 100

Report Sample Content Conference 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JANUARY 20, 2015

While goal setting often occurs during an annual performance appraisal, the start of a new calendar year also lends itself to reevaluating learning plans for the development of skills, competencies and content expertise. As always, establishing anticipated outcomes and target dates lends credibility and urgency to the process.

Analysis 100

Analysis Project Team Education 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 24, 2015

Associations need three things: people (SMEs, instructional designers, LMS administrators), processes (course development, marketing) and technology (video, left-navigation layout). In the meantime, check out a previous blog post on MOOCs.

Mooc 100

Mooc LMS Learning Management System Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 23, 2016

The International Listening Association defines listening as “the process of receiving, constructing meaning from and responding to spoken and or nonverbal messages.” As part of the conference registration process, get people thinking about their listening goals. As Stephen Covey says, “Begin with the end in mind.”

Conference 180

Conference Communications Social Media Process 180

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 25, 2013

The process began, as it usually does, with an engaging content outline comprising key talking points. Content not good – 13 responses. Ultimately, Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities. Following are the six other top vote getters: Writing and editing my speech – 16 responses.

Michigan 100

Michigan Content Leadership Products 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

The course continued with a variety of instructional strategies, segmented content sequences and real-life facilitator tips and stories. Interestingly enough, this course aligned with Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction , a systematic instructional design process (which I quite enjoy!) with a focus on learner outcomes.

Handbook 100

Handbook Course Education Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 9, 2012

The second is much more traditional in his/her approach to the development and delivery of content. Consultants may also be secured to support the process, as needed. Evaluate the process and the outcomes. Based upon the goals of the survey (e.g.,

Strategy 100

Strategy Blended Learning Survey Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MARCH 26, 2012

Part of being an effective educator, facilitator or content leader involves understanding how adults learn best. Specifically, andragogy places value on the process of learning. Andragogy is a theory that holds a set of assumptions about how adults learn.

Case Study 100

Case Study Content Education Innovation 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 17, 2015

But do not be afraid to hoist your boxes overhead and with a casual tilt, dump the contents for a fresh perspective on your organization’s programs and services. The process is basic but complex at the same time. We recently did this with one of our association clients with fantastic success. How do you go about it?

Organization 100

Organization Association Management Course Review 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 25, 2012

I had the pleasure of developing content for a trend that’s near and dear to my heart: Innovative and Interactive Learning Formats. Each table was assigned a facilitator who would pose questions, synthesize discussions and encourage participation, but the bulk of the content was generated by the participants themselves. Why is it hot?

Innovation 100

Innovation Michigan Social Media Strategy 100

Aaron Wolowiec

MAY 3, 2016

How will we ensure key stakeholders become a part of the process (e.g., What is our preferred process/procedure and frequency for check-ins/progress reporting? quality of content, speakers, learning and instructional design) and the relationship to your organization’s body of knowledge. taskforce)? Secret 2: Slow down to lead.

Education 100

Education Newsletter Report Process 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 23, 2016

The International Listening Association defines listening as “the process of receiving, constructing meaning from and responding to spoken and or nonverbal messages.” As part of the conference registration process, get people thinking about their listening goals. As Stephen Covey says, “Begin with the end in mind.”

Conference 100

Conference Communications Social Media Process 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 28, 2014

If something comes up, will the organizer provide content virtually? Once it’s determined virtual events are necessary, planners need to provide tailored content, specific for the web. Understanding the expectations of your meeting attendees as it relates to technology is an important step in the meeting planning process.”.

Technology 100

Technology Social Media Survey Conference 100

Aaron Wolowiec

OCTOBER 17, 2012

Combine this competition for time and resources with the endless access to information and content available online and you have a long list of continuing education providers competing for market share. After five minutes, the two circles shift to the right or left and the process repeats. Deep Dive Sessions. Flash Learning Room.

Strategy 100

Strategy Education Innovation Industry 100

Aaron Wolowiec

APRIL 17, 2012

Fans are able to experience and engage in each step of the process through exclusive interviews, video, photos, news about the coaches and artists, and a live Twitter feed. How could you effectively leverage this content (and curiosity) during your association’s major annual meeting? Everyone’s fascinated by the story behind the story.

Social Media 100

Social Media Video Conference Content 100

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 30, 2016

Professionalize content development and delivery. You are just at the beginning of an exciting and accelerating lifelong learning process. Clearly define career pathways. Consider alternative delivery methods and new technologies. Offer micro-credentialing and badging. Offer blended learning environments. Create effective alliances.

Education 180

Education Mooc millennials Certificate 180

Aaron Wolowiec

AUGUST 30, 2016

Professionalize content development and delivery. You are just at the beginning of an exciting and accelerating lifelong learning process. Clearly define career pathways. Consider alternative delivery methods and new technologies. Offer micro-credentialing and badging. Offer blended learning environments. Create effective alliances.

Education 180

Education Mooc millennials Certificate 180

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 3, 2012

On the other hand, training “benefits” may include session content (e.g., tools, technologies and processes), association contacts, vendor contacts, best practices and skill development. Training “costs” may include registration fees, training materials, transportation, lodging and meals, as well as time and lost productivity.

Indiana 100

Indiana Michigan Cost Case Study 100

Aaron Wolowiec

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

Micro-volunteers contribute 49 or fewer hours per year and contribute most frequently in ways related to content (research, conducting literature reviews, analyzing data, preparing background information for regulators and press, reviewing proposals) or teaching and mentoring, Engel said.

Michigan 100

Michigan Committee millennials Social Media 100

Aaron Wolowiec

FEBRUARY 11, 2014

Have formal, documented product development and pricing processes that cover their technology-enabled and technology-enhanced learning. Use a learning content management system (LCMS). . • Have a formal, documented strategy for their use of technology for learning. Offer a formal credential (e.g.,

Social Media 100

Social Media System Technology Survey 100

Aaron Wolowiec

DECEMBER 3, 2013

As most of you know by now, I came on board this summer as digital content manager to help Event Garde grow its online and public presence. In the process, I’ve formed invaluable networks, and our blog has gained quite the following.

Michigan 100

Michigan Report Innovation Team 100

Aaron Wolowiec

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Included here may be research time to develop unique content, custom Prezi or PowerPoint presentations, innovative instructional strategies, interactive learning exercises, engaging discussion topics and supplementary handouts. Receiving referrals for other speaking opportunities (assuming good service).

Tips 100

Tips Cost Video Conference 100

Aaron Wolowiec

JULY 23, 2013

Self-reflection is never easy, but this week, Kevin Whorton, principal of Whorton Marketing and Research , will help make the process a bit less painful. Most conferences offer tons of content: 20, 40, 200 programs and lots of exhibitors. And it starts by asking questions, even if management doesn’t want to hear the answers.

Marketing 100

Marketing Discount Conference Survey 100