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Creating Inclusive Learning: The Toolkit Trainers Have Been Waiting For

How do we ensure learning is inclusive and accessible for everyone? That question is at the heart of our latest resource,Create Inclusive Learning...

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Mastering the Art of Live Video: Top Tips for Keeping Learners Engaged

Jennifer Hofmann: Jan 21, 2025 8:00:00 AM

Personal live video is a staple in virtual and hybrid learning environments. When used thoughtfully, it enhances engagement, strengthens human...

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InSync Launches Hybrid Leadership Accelerator for Remote Team Management

Karen Vieth: Jan 9, 2025 10:33:34 AM

Portsmouth, NH – InSync Training, the global leader in hybrid virtual training solutions, proudly announces the launch of its Hybrid Leadership...

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Personal Video in Virtual Learning: Engaging or Disengaging?

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Jan 9, 2025 10:32:30 AM

This article explores the impact of live video in virtual learning, analyzing whether it boosts engagement or increases distraction based on InSync...

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How to Design Accessible Virtual Learning Experiences

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jan 9, 2025 10:31:29 AM

Virtual classrooms have become a vital part of corporate training, and ensuring that all learners can engage—regardless of their abilities—is more...

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Empowering Leaders: Introducing the Hybrid Leadership Accelerator

Karen Vieth: Dec 16, 2024 8:00:00 AM

Hybrid work environments have become the new standard, bringing a pressing challenge: preparing leaders to manage distributed teams effectively....

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Scaling Learning: Simplifying Global L&D with InSync

Karen Vieth: Dec 2, 2024 8:00:00 AM

In today's interconnected world, effective Learning and Development (L&D) is essential for organizations striving to maintain a competitive edge....

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Engagement Strategies for Accessible Virtual Classrooms

Jennifer Hofmann: Nov 25, 2024 8:00:00 AM

Virtual and hybrid learning environments present a unique challenge: ensuring that all learners, regardless of background or ability, remain engaged....

8 min read

Top 5 Tools to Create Accessible and Inclusive Virtual Classrooms

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Nov 14, 2024 1:21:07 PM

As virtual and hybrid learning environments continue to evolve, meeting the diverse needs of learners has become a critical priority. Accessibility...

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Checklist for Facilitating and Hosting Accessible Virtual Classes

As virtual and hybrid learning environments continue to be the norm in corporate training, accessibility has shifted from being a “nice-to-have” to...

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Accessibility: The New Imperative in Corporate Learning

As virtual and hybrid learning environments continue to be the norm in corporate training, accessibility has shifted from being a “nice-to-have” to...

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Ensuring Accessibility in Virtual Classrooms: A Guide for L&D Leaders

Karen Vieth: Nov 4, 2024 8:30:00 AM

Imagine as a learning leader, you discover that learners with disabilities in your virtual classroom are struggling because the training wasn’t...

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2024 Trends in Remote Learning & Virtual Teams: AI, Micro-Learning & More

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Oct 21, 2024 7:30:00 AM

As remote work becomes a permanent fixture in the modern workplace, the way we learn and collaborate continues to evolve. According to McKinsey’s...

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Mastering Hybrid Team Development: Tuckman’s Model Explained

Jennifer Hofmann: Oct 14, 2024 7:30:00 AM

Adapting Leadership Strategies and Tuckman’s Model for Success in Virtual and Hybrid Teams As businesses adapt to the evolving landscape of work,...

Effective Hybrid and Virtual Teams: A Step-by-Step Playbook for Leaders

Is leading your remote team harder than you thought it would be? It doesn’t have to be!

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Cultivating a Remote Learning Culture: Best Practices for Hybrid Teams

Karen Vieth: Oct 7, 2024 8:00:00 AM

In 2023, over 70% of organizations adopted hybrid work models, rapidly transforming how learning and development are delivered. As remote teams grow...

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Building Effective Learning Communities Online

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Sep 30, 2024 8:00:00 AM

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the shift from traditional classrooms to online learning environments has been both inevitable and...

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The Role of the Virtual Learning Leader/Coach: Navigating Facilitation, Design, and Production

Karen Vieth: Sep 23, 2024 7:30:00 AM

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Advice from Expert Facilitators: Ensuring Quality Through the Coaching Process

Expert Facilitation Tips You Can Use Today

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Coaching To Virtual Facilitation Excellence: Working Together to Develop Mastery

Karen Vieth: Sep 16, 2024 8:00:00 AM

As the hybrid workplace continues to evolve, virtual classrooms have become a cornerstone of corporate learning and development. Facilitating these...

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InSync & BadgeCert: Elevating Achievement with Verified Digital Badges

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 12, 2024 9:00:00 AM

Portsmouth, NH – September 12, 2024 – InSync Training is excited to announce a new partnership with BadgeCert, a leader in digital credentialing and...

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Assessing Your Virtual Facilitation Team: Measuring Success

Karen Vieth: Sep 9, 2024 8:00:00 AM

As organizations continue to take a ‘virtual first’ approach to working and learning, the performance of your virtual facilitation team becomes...

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Essential Facilitation Skills for Thriving in Hybrid Learning

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 5, 2024 8:00:00 AM

As organizations increasingly rely on virtual classrooms to upskill and reskill their teams, the role of the virtual facilitator has become a...

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Is Your Training Meeting Expectations?

It can be challenging to determine if your training is making the impact you want it to. One way to ensure you’re hitting the mark is proper...

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Top 4 Recommendations for Evaluating Hybrid Learning

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Aug 26, 2024 7:30:00 AM

InSync Training recently conducted exploratory research on the issues surrounding hybrid learning—that is, learning that is delivered (at the same...

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Evaluating and Assessing Modern Blended Learning Outcomes

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Aug 19, 2024 7:15:00 AM

In discussing the concept of “blended learning,” we have previously stated that “modern blended learning is selecting the most appropriate delivery...

Are Your Questions Driving the Engagement You Need?

Many learning and development professionals struggle with creating engaging questions that truly connect with learners. Crafting questions that...

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InSync Now Recertification Provider for Training Industry's CPTM™

Jennifer Hofmann: Aug 13, 2024 11:00:00 AM

PORTSMOUTH, N.H., August 13, 2024—InSync Training becomes an official recertification provider for Training Industry’s Certified Professional in...

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Cultivating an Analytical Mindset in L&D

Karen Vieth: Aug 12, 2024 8:00:00 AM

One of the key qualities of anyone involved in L&D is having an analytical mindset. It is crucial for the continuous improvement of learning...

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The Vital Need for Evaluation in Learning and Development

Karen Vieth: Aug 5, 2024 8:00:00 AM

Incorporating active and sustainable learning principles into L&D can significantly improve the processes of evaluation. Organizations will have...

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Navigating Natural vs. Artificial Intelligence in Future Learning

Karen Vieth: Jul 29, 2024 9:42:55 AM

Learning and development (L&D) is a critical part of staying ahead of the curve in the fast-paced corporate world. Corporate trainers and directors...

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The Human Touch—Could AI Replace the Virtual Classroom Producer?

AI is all around us. We interact with it on a daily basis, from digital voice assistants such as Siri to facial recognition which opens our mobile...

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Top 10 Tips for Integrating Learning Tech

In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, technology has shifted from being a luxury to an essential. As a core element of nearly every...

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Enhancing Engagement in a Neurodiverse Virtual or Hybrid Classroom

Claire Collins: Jul 22, 2024 8:00:00 AM

5 recommendations to ensure inclusion and engagement for neurodivergent learners in the Virtual Classroom and what Virtual Learning Experts™ Need to...

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Universal Design and Its Role in Training

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Jul 15, 2024 8:45:00 AM

The broad adoption of hybrid work across the global workplace has presented a variety of challenges in addressing learning and development needs....

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Modern Strategies for Classic Instructional Design

Jennifer Hofmann: Jul 11, 2024 7:00:00 AM

The Challenge: Integrating classic instructional design with modern technology The evolution from traditional classrooms to hybrid work and hybrid...

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Transforming Learning and Development to Drive Business Success

Karen Vieth: Jul 10, 2024 2:30:00 PM

It’s time to reimagine the role of L&D within modern organizations—a new approach to learning that is deeply integrated with business objectives,...

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InSync Launches Digital Edition of Dr. Bozarth's Seminal Training Book

Jennifer Hofmann: Jul 2, 2024 10:00:00 AM

Portsmouth, NH – July 2, 2024 InSync Training announces the re-issue of Dr. Jane Bozarth's highly acclaimed 2008 book, "From Analysis to Evaluation:...

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The Supposed Demise of Design Thinking

Catherine Lombardozzi: Jun 25, 2024 10:00:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series What’s The Future Of Design In L&D? You may have heard the quotation, “Reports...

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InSync Training on 2024 Training Industry Learning Services Watch List

Jennifer Hofmann: Jun 19, 2024 9:00:00 AM

PORTSMOUTH, N.H., June 19, 2024—InSync Training is thrilled to share that it has been named to the 2024 Training Industry Learning Services Watch...

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Hybrid Instructional Design—Strategies, Techniques, & Tech

Jennifer Hofmann: Jun 18, 2024 9:00:00 AM

Designing for Today's Hybrid Learning Environment Needs to be Strategic. Read on—or get the big picture in our infographic Instructional Strategies,...

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Blurring Lines: The Future of Blended Learning Design in a Hybrid World

Jennifer Hofmann: Jun 12, 2024 2:00:00 PM

Focusing on Outcomes Instead of Technology Shifts the Focus to Solving Business Problems Don’t Blame the Messenger In an era when the digital...

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InSync Honored as Top Training Company for Staffing & Temp Resources

Jennifer Hofmann: Jun 11, 2024 9:43:00 AM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Portsmouth, NH, June 11, 2024

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Step Away from the Tech—Refocusing on What Really Matters in Learning

Karen Vieth: Jun 6, 2024 10:07:34 AM

Instructional Technology Is a Tool. Not The Outcome. In the constantly evolving landscape of edtech, it's easy to get caught up in the latest...

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Fostering Environmental Engagement in the Hybrid Virtual Classroom

Jennifer Hofmann: Jun 3, 2024 7:00:00 AM

If a tree falls in the woods and no one witnesses it, does it make any noise? If an individual hates the virtual classroom, does their reaction have...

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Choosing the Right Outsourced Virtual Training Services Partner

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: May 23, 2024 9:17:16 AM

Optimizing Outsourced Training: What to Look For In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and shifting industry landscapes, the...

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InSync Training & The Training Associates Forge Strategic Partnership

Jennifer Hofmann: May 16, 2024 8:45:00 AM

Moving Ahead to Elevate Global Learning and Development Portsmouth, NH Marlborough, MA – May 16, 2024

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Upskilling & Reskilling in the Era of Hybrid Work

Karen Vieth: May 13, 2024 7:00:00 PM

The Only Thing Constant is Change. Your Workforce Needs to be Ready. In a world where "upskilling" and "reskilling" buzz around like bees, it's easy...

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Making Hybrid Work

Jennifer Hofmann: May 1, 2024 9:00:00 AM

The hybrid work model has been increasing in adoption since the pandemic. The analysis of thousands of tasks and jobs across multiple countries...

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Aligning Great Hybrid Work & Learning Cultures

Cultivating Connectivity and Cohesion in Hybrid Workspaces In the evolving corporate landscape, both learning and working have taken a decisive turn...

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For Immediate Release - InSync Training to Host Panel Discussion

InSync Training to Host Panel Discussion on L&D’s Role in Redefining Workforce Development for the Hybrid Era

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Navigating the Hybrid Workforce Transition: Our Essential Checklist

In today's rapidly evolving work environment, organizations are increasingly adopting hybrid models that blend remote and in-office practices. This...

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Aligning Global Training with Local Culture

In our increasingly interconnected world, businesses are not confined to geographical, lingual, or cultural boundaries. When it comes to training,...

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Blended Learning Design in the Hybrid Environment

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Apr 15, 2024 5:19:28 PM

Hybrid Is about the Learning Environment. Blended Is about Content Delivery. Let’s Get Those Crazy Kids Together. Hybrid learning has emerged as a...

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Creating a Collective Commitment to Hybrid Virtual Learning

Jennifer Hofmann: Apr 10, 2024 9:15:00 AM

How Learners and Facilitators Share Responsibility for Engagement in Hybrid Virtual Learning Environments As more and more corporations are turning...

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Modern Learing On The Air: Ensure Consistency Across a Global Organization

Welcome to this episode of Modern Learning on the Air. Today, we're set to explore the ever-evolving landscape of corporate training with insights...

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Tales of Lifelong Learning

Catherine Lombardozzi: Mar 22, 2024 8:30:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series Depending on your disposition, “lifelong learning” sounds like either an...

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Promoting Learning Culture in Remote Teams

Karen Vieth: Mar 18, 2024 7:00:00 AM

Cultivating a learning culture in remote or hybrid teams involves fostering an environment of continuous learning and collaboration. This includes...

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Research: Well-Crafted Hybrid Training Boosts Efficiency in Hybrid Workplaces

Jennifer Hofmann: Mar 13, 2024 1:20:00 PM

The Future of Hybrid Work Hybrid work is here to stay. Now more than ever, it’s critical for organizations to address the unique challenges it...

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How Data-Driven Training Can Increase Your Company's Revenue

Karen Vieth: Mar 12, 2024 3:58:55 PM

A Virtual Learning Leader's Insight In the wake of global disruptions, rapid technological advancements, and evolving workforce expectations,...

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Strategies for Change Leaders

Pauline Melnyk: Mar 7, 2024 9:00:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Managing the Change in L&D series In the wake of global disruptions, rapid technological advancements, and evolving...

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Cultivating a Strong Hybrid Work Culture with Collaborative Learning

Jennifer Hofmann: Mar 5, 2024 9:00:33 AM

The pandemic forced organizations worldwide to rethink traditional work models, leading to a significant shift toward hybrid and remote work...

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Research: Well-Designed Training Improves Hybrid Worker Productivity

For Immediate Release InSync Training’s latest study shows that well-crafted hybrid training boosts efficiency and culture in hybrid workplaces.

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The First 30 Days: A Virtual Onboarding Learning Journey

Stephanie Goodell: Feb 23, 2024 7:03:00 AM

The increased prevalence of hybrid teams has highlighted the need for a structured approach to onboarding that maximizes employee engagement. This...

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How the Performance Management Process Empowers Learning

Karen Vieth: Feb 19, 2024 6:00:00 AM

How the Performance Management Process Affects Both the Workplace and Virtual Learning Adopting hybrid learning models has become essential in...

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Brain-Science: A Framework for Learner Engagement

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Feb 12, 2024 11:30:59 AM

The Research behind Our Approach As virtual hybrid learning becomes part of most organizations' learning strategies, many of us have started to...

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Dropbox's Transition to Remote Work and Training Solutions

Karen Vieth: Feb 9, 2024 3:18:01 PM

Background:

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Virtual Training Strategies: Embracing Microlearning for Trendsetting

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Feb 1, 2024 3:48:00 PM

5 Recommendations To Maximize the Learning Experience, and what Virtual Learning Experts™ Need to Know. This is part of an ongoing column by Virtual...

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Virtual, Blended, & Hybrid Learning Resources: Read. Watch. Listen.

Blended Learning. Virtual Learning. Hybrid Learning. It's complicated. But we've got you covered. Download the Toolkit Watch The Webinar Recording...

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Future-Proofing Your L&D Career: Prepare For An Uncertain Future

Catherine Lombardozzi: Jan 11, 2024 7:00:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series Getting Ready for an Uncertain Future There’s something about the start of the...

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How to Develop a Change-Ready Mindset by Partnering with Training

Jennifer Hofmann: Jan 8, 2024 8:00:00 AM

Globalization and Hybrid Work are Top Change Initiatives for Organizations. L&D Can Help. In today's fast-paced, globalized world, change is...

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InSync Training Announces Leadership Transition for Continued Growth

[Portsmouth NH, January 4, 2024] – InSync Training, a top provider of virtual learning solutions, announces strategic changes to its management...

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Thriving As A Learning Professional - A Guide For Your Success

Catherine Lombardozzi: Dec 21, 2023 1:27:35 PM

Working in any learning and development role is rewarding and exciting, especially when you continue to grow. Learning professionals are focused on...

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Virtual Classroom Rules: Enhancing Online Learning & Participation

Jennifer Hofmann: Dec 6, 2023 11:45:50 AM

This post has been updated to reflect 2023 data and trends. Discover how virtual classroom rules transform online learning dynamics and boost...

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The Secrets of Your Success in L&D (Hint: It’s Not You)

Catherine Lombardozzi: Nov 8, 2023 9:03:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series In our individualistic society, it’s easy (and sometimes smart) to hold yourself...

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Ways to Optimize Virtual Learning Facilitation

Remote work and the hybrid workforce have been steadily on the rise since 2020. Even after the COVID-19 pandemic, many organizations and employees...

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Learning with Intention

Vivien Hudson: Nov 7, 2023 9:12:45 AM

Intention is defined as a ‘determination to act in a certain way’. Intentions create a purposeful awareness around how you want to experience...

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Using a Facilitator Guide to Manage the Virtual Training Session

Jennifer Hofmann: Nov 7, 2023 9:08:20 AM

What really goes on behind the scenes when you go live in a virtual classroom? How do the facilitator and the producer manage to conduct the session...

Why Do You Need a Producer in the Virtual Classroom?

Stay tuned for an enlightening 30-second reveal. In the realm of virtual training, the virtual facilitator is often seen as the star. But there's...

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The Pillars of Virtual Classroom Production

Karen Vieth: Oct 11, 2023 6:45:00 PM

Support. Advocate. Manage. Download the infographic. Whether known as a producer, host, or moderator, this pivotal role often works behind the...

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The Role of Producers and Hosts in Virtual and Hybrid Learning

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Oct 11, 2023 11:30:21 AM

Virtual Classroom Producers Have a Critical Role to Play in Virtual Learning Environments The role of the virtual classroom producer has changed...

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The Case for Virtual Classroom Producers in a Hybrid Learning World

Jennifer Hofmann: Oct 11, 2023 11:29:08 AM

A philosophy of "Virtual First" is being applied to decisions about training delivery. Do you have the team you need? Pre-pandemic, it was a common...

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A Playbook for On-The-Job Training: Ensuring Success in a Hybrid Workplace

Catherine Lombardozzi: Oct 10, 2023 12:18:43 PM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series One of the most often used training interactions in the workplace is on-the-job...

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Virtual, Blended, & Hybrid Learning Environments Webinar Recap

Considerations for your Hybrid Virtual Learning Strategy Watch this InSync Insights Webinar, "Strategies for Virtual, Blended, & Hybrid Learning...

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Virtual Classroom Producers: Five Strategies for Success

Jennifer Hofmann: Oct 5, 2023 10:35:23 AM

Whether you are new to the role, or have been hosting events for years, keep these five things in mind. Regardless of whether you're a novice...

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Blended Learning vs. Hybrid Learning. It's Complicated. (Transcript)

Transcript: A Conversation with Jennifer Hofmann and Karen Vieth Tune into the InSync Podcast where Karen Vieth, the Vice President of Virtual...

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Blended Learning Campaign Design for Sustainable Blends

Watch the Video: Designing for a Sustainable Blend Means Creating Perpetual Designs Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to blended learning?...

2 min read

Checklist for Creating Culturally Inclusive Presentation Visuals

Seven Crucial Considerations— Download the Infographic! Images play a crucial role in enhancing engagement. However, if these visuals only appeal to...

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Elevate Virtual Training: Brain-Based Activity Design Webinar Recap

Move From Webinars to True Active & Sustainable Learning Programs Watch this InSync Insights Webinar recording where Karen Vieth, the Vice President...

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Competencies of Virtual Classroom Instructional Designers

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 18, 2023 8:09:00 AM

Design Skills Needed for the Emerging Virtual & Hybrid Learning Environments As remote work becomes more common, virtual training is now a key part...

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Instructional Designers in Virtual and Hybrid Learning

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Sep 17, 2023 8:08:00 AM

The Importance of Specialized Skills for Instructional Designers in Virtual Learning Environments In the rapidly changing landscape of training,...

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Easily Elevate Virtual Learner Engagement

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 15, 2023 9:28:00 AM

Instructional Designers and Virtual Classroom Facilitators: Do You Know How to Engage Online? In today's digital age, the landscape of learning and...

2 min read

Blended Learning vs. Hybrid Learning. It's Complicated.

A Conversation with Jennifer Hofmann and Karen Vieth Tune into the InSync Podcast where Karen Vieth, the Vice President of Virtual Learning...

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Nurturing Emotional Engagement in the Virtual Classroom

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 11, 2023 9:00:00 AM

People often perceive corporate training as a mandatory, impersonal process: they fulfill the requirements and proceed to the next task. This...

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Stimulating Intellectual Engagement in the Virtual Classroom

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 8, 2023 9:39:00 AM

People often wonder if virtual online learning can be as effective as in-person training. Is it a mere compromise, a second-best option? I firmly...

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Engagement Strategies for Virtual, Hybrid, & Blended Learning Environments

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Sep 5, 2023 9:00:00 AM

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Introducing the Enhanced InQuire Engagement Framework™

Jennifer Hofmann: Aug 29, 2023 10:47:06 AM

Create Active and Sustainable Learning, Improve Virtual Training Strategies and Optimize Learner Engagement in the Hybrid Workplace Virtual training...

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InSync Training Recognized As A Top Learning Services Provider

2023 Training Industry Top Learning Services Companies Watch List InSync Training, a leading provider of innovative virtual and hybrid learning...

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Hybrid Learning is the New Modern Blended Learning Solution

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Aug 14, 2023 12:37:30 PM

A Hybrid Workforce Means Hybrid Training Blended learning is about how the content is delivered. Hybrid learning is about where the participants are...

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7 Considerations When Implementing a Hybrid Virtual Learning Strategy

Jennifer Hofmann: Aug 4, 2023 12:37:00 PM

Mastering Hybrid Learning In May 2023, the Wall Street Journal reported that the number of companies requiring employees to work full-time in the...

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Hybrid Learning: 7 Ways to Ensure No Learners Are Left Behind

Karen Vieth: Aug 2, 2023 12:34:49 PM

Mastering Hybrid Learning We all know that the learning environment has vastly changed as a result of the pandemic. Hybrid learning, combining...

6 min read

11 Effective Strategies for Increasing Virtual Classroom Engagement

When virtually training remote and hybrid teams, engagement is key to the program’s effectiveness. Yet finding active and creative ways of engaging...

4 min read

Summer Reading: Becoming a Designer

Catherine Lombardozzi: Jun 26, 2023 1:02:21 PM

Use Your Summer to Improve as a Designer Do you remember those summer reading lists you were given in school? Your teachers recommended...

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Bookmarking: An Underutilized Superpower

Catherine Lombardozzi: Jun 20, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series It’s hard to keep up on all that’s going on in the L&D space. Emerging...

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InSync Training Featured on Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid

Jennifer Hofmann: Jun 15, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Pioneering the Future of Hybrid Virtual Learning InSync Training, a leading provider of virtual learning solutions, was recently featured on the...

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InSync & Change Management Institute Collaborate on MS Teams Deep Dive

InSync Training, a leading provider of virtual learning solutions, is proud to partner with the Change Management Institute (CMI) to bring “Mastering...

3 min read

Client Chronicle – Focus on Virtual Onboarding

Fortune 100 Communications and Information Technology Company-2009 - present The Challenge When the Fortune 100 Communications & Information...

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Client Chronicle – Focus on Facilitation

Fortune 100 Global Professional Services Firm Uses InSync Training Solutions Services 2012 - present BACKGROUND InSync Training partnered with a...

3 min read

Virtual Classroom Facilitators in Online Classroom Training

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jun 9, 2023 1:00:00 PM

What Skills, Challenges, and Rewards Come with Teaching Virtually? The virtual facilitator is the term for the "face" of the live online learning:...

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Evaluating Hybrid & Virtual Learning: Defining the Trend

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jun 9, 2023 6:00:00 AM

5 Recommendations to Evaluate Hybrid and Virtual Learning, and What Virtual Learning Experts® Need to Know. This is part of an ongoing column by...

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Maximizing New Hire Engagement in Remote Onboarding: Defining the Trend

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jun 8, 2023 11:30:00 AM

5 Recommendations for Getting Virtual Onboarding Right, and What Virtual Learning Experts® Need to Know This is part of an ongoing column by Virtual...

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Overcoming Zoom Fatigue in the Virtual Classroom: Defining the Trend

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jun 8, 2023 6:47:00 AM

5 Recommendations to Overcome Zoom Fatigue in the Virtual Classroom, and What Virtual Learning Experts® Need to Know This is part of an ongoing...

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How Apps Integrate Rich Content Into Virtual Training

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jun 7, 2023 11:00:00 AM

5 Recommendations to Integrate Rich Additional Content into the Virtual Classroom, and What Virtual Learning Experts® Need to Know This is part of an...

5 min read

Emotional Intelligence in the Virtual Classroom

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jun 6, 2023 5:47:00 AM

5 Recommendations to Incorporate Emotional Intelligence to engage your audience in the Virtual Classroom, and What Virtual Learning Experts® Need to...

4 min read

Brain-Based Activities in the Virtual Classroom

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jun 5, 2023 5:23:00 AM

5 Recommendations to Design Brain-Based Activities for the Virtual Classroom, and What Virtual Learning Experts® Need to Know This is part of an...

2 min read

The Future of Learning Technologies

Jennifer Hofmann: May 25, 2023 2:00:00 PM

InSync Training & HR.com Collaborate on the Future of Learning Technologies [Portsmouth NH] – InSync Training, a leading provider of virtual learning...

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InSync Training Attends Christening of USS MASSACHUSETTS

Jennifer Hofmann: May 18, 2023 3:22:43 PM

InSync Training, a leading provider of virtual training and development services, is proud to announce their attendance at the christening of the USS...

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Mastering Virtual Classroom Training: Moving In-Person To Virtual Learning

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Apr 5, 2023 5:54:00 PM

5 Recommendations to Move Your Training Programs to the Virtual Classroom, and What Virtual Learning Experts™ Need to Know This is part of an ongoing...

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The Value of 3rd Party Accreditation in L&D

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Mar 21, 2023 12:11:00 PM

The Need for Consistency and Reliability in Learning & Development Imagine you have a ruler made of some weird alien material that is somehow tied to...

6 min read

Virtual Learning is Real Learning - The InQuire Engagement Framework™

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Mar 16, 2023 12:03:00 PM

Learner engagement is the the most important part of any training program. It’s the most important part because an engaged learner produces better...

1 min read

Virtual Learning is Real Learning-5 Activities for Your Programs

Jennifer Hofmann: Mar 14, 2023 10:30:00 AM

Virtual training continues to be a top priority for organizations, but the reality is the virtual experience isn’t living up to our standards for...

4 min read

Building Learning Community Online

Catherine Lombardozzi: Mar 13, 2023 8:45:07 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series Teaching and learning are relational activities. People learn from and with one...

2 min read

InSync Gaining Momentum @ WBENC National Conference

InSync Training, a certified women-owned small business specializing in Virtual Training and Hybrid Learning, is headed to the Women’s Business...

4 min read

L&D Professionals... Learn To Steal Like an Artist

Catherine Lombardozzi: Feb 10, 2023 9:30:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series Pablo Picasso is thought to have said, “good artists copy; great artists steal.”...

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Real Answers to Burning Virtual Training Questions

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InSync Training Announces Appointment of Karen Vieth to VP of Virtual Learning Services

Jennifer Hofmann: Feb 2, 2023 1:08:22 PM

In response to growing demand in the constantly evolving EdTech sector, InSync Training is adding veteran virtual training executive Karen Vieth to...

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InSync Training Announces Appointment of Erika Melmed to VP of Operations

Jennifer Hofmann: Feb 2, 2023 1:04:26 PM

In response to growing demand in the constantly evolving EdTech sector, InSync Training is adding veteran manager Erika Melmed to the executive team...

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7 Considerations When Selecting a Virtual Training Production Partner

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Jan 26, 2023 11:24:44 AM

The Decision is Made to Outsource – Now What? Virtual classroom producers allow your training team to access the specialized knowledge needed for...

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5 Ways to Maximize The Virtual Classroom Instructional Partnership

Jennifer Hofmann: Jan 26, 2023 9:37:30 AM

Success in the modern virtual classroom is not dependent on the technology, rather, success is dependent on the strength of the relationships between...

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Build or Buy? Virtual Classroom Production & Hosting

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Jan 23, 2023 11:00:00 AM

Producer. Host. Moderator. Several terms have been used to describe the more-than-technical-support role in a virtual classroom instructional...

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L&D Professionals... Be Careful What You Wish For In Your Career

Catherine Lombardozzi: Jan 19, 2023 9:39:06 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series One of the aspects of working life that has changed dramatically in the last...

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What Is a Virtual Classroom Facilitator and What Role Do They Play?

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jan 18, 2023 8:41:07 AM

Why L&D Needs To Ensure the Virtual Delivery Team is Fully Skilled & Competent The Virtual Facilitator is often seen as the ‘face’ of the virtual...

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The Virtual Classroom Facilitator: Trainer, Coach, & Mentor

The role of live virtual classroom is often defined as the leader and lesson guide, who instead of lecturing, provides an environment that allows...

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Master Virtual Facilitation Skills that Deeply Connect You to Learners

Karen Vieth: Jan 17, 2023 9:49:13 AM

It almost goes without saying that "good" virtual facilitators possess virtual classroom literacy, are technically savvy, and practice good time...

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Managing Virtual Teams: Embracing Hybrid Workforce Trends

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Jan 16, 2023 5:53:00 PM

5 Recommendations to Maximize the Learning Experience, and What Virtual Learning Experts® Need to Know

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Learner Engagement: Why is it important? How is it measured?

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Jan 16, 2023 8:43:10 AM

Our research identified that learner engagement turns on three factors: An emotional response to the training—How does the learner “feel” about the...

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[Podcast] Virtual Learning: The Numbing Effects of the Information Age

Karen Vieth: Nov 16, 2022 10:30:00 AM

Are You Bored Yet? Probably. Zoom fatigue is real. We live in a time of information and cognitive overload. And it's become worse since the Covid-19...

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How to Go Live! Moving a Great Course to the Virtual Classroom

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Nov 14, 2022 3:42:00 PM

5 Recommendations to Move Your Training Programs to the Virtual Classroom, and what Virtual Learning Experts™ Need to Know This is part of an ongoing...

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Evaluating a Virtual Instructional Program

Dr. Charles (Chip) Dye, Ph.D.: Oct 25, 2022 7:15:00 AM

Summary: As it turns out, evaluating a virtual training program is just like evaluating any other instructional program. The challenges lie in what...

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[Podcast] Evaluating Hybrid and Virtual Learning

Karen Vieth: Oct 24, 2022 8:26:00 AM

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The Mirror: A Valuable Evaluation Tool

Catherine Lombardozzi: Oct 24, 2022 7:15:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series Mirror, mirror, on the wall... When the evil queen asks her magic mirror, “who’s...

Infographic - How to Show Your Work is Making an Impact

Evaluating learning through measurement and analytics begins by determining what questions we want to answer. Uncover which questions you should be...

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Don’t Turn Your Virtual Learners into Zombies

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Oct 17, 2022 7:15:00 AM

How to tell when learners become zombies and what to do to prevent it We’ve all been in long, dull video calls where we just stare at the camera,...

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Infographic - Implement a Learning and Evaluation Strategy

A strong evaluation strategy allows you to assess the effectiveness of your virtual learning programs. The industry standard for evaluation is...

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Exploring a Content Curation Practice For Modern Learning

Phylise Banner: Oct 6, 2022 2:57:07 PM

Although the term “curation” is buzzing around quite a bit these days, content curation is nothing new. Most of us have curated content at some point...

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Using Curation to Make Sense of Content Overload

Today’s remote workforce is learning in new ways, and it’s deeply impacting the way Learning and Development professionals need to approach virtual...

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[Podcast] Evaluating Hybrid and Virtual Learning

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Are You Ready, Willing and Enabled in the Hybrid Virtual Classroom?

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 30, 2022 6:33:34 PM

The majority of organizations have moved from face-to-face classroom to the virtual classroom. But - how do you know if your hybrid learners are...

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Curation is the Key to Managing Your Personal Learning Network

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 27, 2022 7:00:00 AM

If you’re like me, you are subscribed to dozens of email lists, content newsletters, and newsfeeds about virtual training and learning and...

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Developing a Skill Set That Fits You to a 'T'

Catherine Lombardozzi: Sep 26, 2022 7:00:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series Deciding how to shape your career has any number of decision points: What field?...

What makes a Great Virtual Facilitator?

The InSync Training team includes a group of fantastic virtual classroom facilitators who establish and maintain an environment where learners will...

Infographic - Stats & Facts: The Truth Behind Localisation

Understanding your employees should be prioritized in the same way as understanding your customers.

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Watch & Learn: 10 Observational Learning Tips for Professional Development

Catherine Lombardozzi: Sep 21, 2022 7:30:00 AM

If you have little children in your life, you no doubt have experienced the joy (or chagrin) of seeing them imitate what you do. They pick up your...

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Virtual Classroom Instructional Designers - What Makes Them Great?

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 21, 2022 7:15:00 AM

Download the Infographic for an “At-A-Glance” Checklist of the Instructional Designer Role Virtual Instructional Designers manage the development and...

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Virtual Training Strategies: Embracing Microlearning

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: Sep 19, 2022 5:49:00 PM

5 Recommendations To Maximize the Learning Experience and What Virtual Learning Experts™ Need to Know. This is part of an ongoing column by Virtual...

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'Tis Conference Season -  Take a SMART Approach

Catherine Lombardozzi: Sep 12, 2022 7:15:00 AM

Select Intentionally, Make A Plan, Actively Participate, Revitalize Your Network, and Tell Your Stories Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a...

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Fall in Love with Blended Learning, Like I Did in 1975

Jennifer Hofmann: Sep 7, 2022 7:15:00 AM

I am a product of Public Television. As a child, my hours of daytime television were limited to the line-up on local Channel 13. Mr. Rogers’...

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Orientation vs. Onboarding: What's the Difference?

Stephanie Goodell: Sep 2, 2022 5:44:00 PM

What's In A Name? The new hire experience often gets a bad reputation for being boring and focused on paperwork. When relaying this information...

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[Podcast] What's Driving The Need for Virtual Onboarding?

Gallup research says 88% of organizations don't do a great job of onboarding new hires. This leads to lower employee engagement, which leads to...

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Not All Remote Workers Are Lonely - Practical Advice

Jennifer Hofmann: Aug 30, 2022 7:00:00 AM

Today, organizations certainly look different from how they did ten years ago. Remote work options were a bit of a novelty back then. Flash forward...

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How to Deliver Value in Global Training Programs

Here we are in 2022. In our experience, every training professional at every organization understands the need for global training solutions. And...

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A Beginner's Guide to Automating Your Onboarding Process with Technology

Stephanie Goodell: Aug 22, 2022 7:11:58 AM

Imagine that you are getting ready to start a new job on Monday. You’re thinking about your new role, the types of challenges it will bring, and...

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Infographic - The Data Is IN! Great Onboarding Supports Company Bottom Line

What's the real cost of losing an employee?

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InSync Training on Inc 5000 List for Fifth Time

InSync Training ranks 10 in New Hampshire, 85 in Education, 142 in Boston and 4890 Overall on the Inc. magazine exclusive list of the fastest-growing...

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3 Steps to Keep Virtual Learners Engaged

Learners engage emotionally, environmentally, and intellectually - Here are 3 steps help you help them! A few weeks ago, I logged in to a virtual...

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New Employee Onboarding: Then & Now

Jennifer Hofmann: Aug 5, 2022 9:20:15 AM

A Long, Long Time Ago, I Can Still Remember…..

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5 Expert Insights: Getting Virtual Onboarding Right

Nearly 70 million Americans quit their job over the past year, and 4.4 million of those people quit in April 2022. According to Gallup, only 12% of...

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Tips & Tricks for Repairing Virtual Training

When I was just out of college a roommate and I realized somebody was going to have to learn how to cook. As I was the more-frequently unemployed one...

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The Global Learner is Self-Directed

In early 1999, Sugata Mitra and some colleagues sunk a computer into the opening of a wall in New Delhi, India. In the nearby slum, people were...

Infographic - What is Driving the Hybrid Learning Culture?

Today's hybrid workforce is more global, virtual, and mobile than ever before with a modern learning culture that is not only just about technology –...

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Language Matters - How to Better Engage Your Global Workforce

How can learning leaders and other stakeholders better engage their global workforce? Gaining emotional and professional buy-in from employees...

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Research Says: Trainers Need Training Too!

Jennifer Hofmann: Jul 19, 2022 9:51:57 AM

The COVID era saw us rushing to move training to virtual formats taking trainers, teachers, and subject matter experts along with us. Often this was...

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Evidence-Based Practices for Upscaling your Virtual Training

Karen Vieth: Jul 19, 2022 7:30:00 AM

The COVID era saw us rushing to move training to virtual formats taking trainers, teachers, and subject matter experts along with us. Often this was...

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How Storytelling can Create Psychological Safety in the Virtual Classroom

Some people seem to be natural-born storytellers. If you're a learning professional and not a storyteller, that's okay. You can learn how to be one!...

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How a Psychologically Safe Environment Transforms Virtual Learning

Jennifer Hofmann: Jul 12, 2022 7:30:00 AM

In the past few years, the term “brain-science” has been used to introduce some new and improved approaches to instructional design and delivery In...

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With Hybrid Learning, the 5 Moments of Need® Are More Important than Ever

Jennifer Hofmann: Jul 11, 2022 7:30:00 AM

Thanks Conrad and Bob! Read to the end for some personal advice on how to apply this approach from Bob Mosher

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8 Considerations For Applying Emotional Intelligence to Learning

How does building emotional intelligence allow learning professionals to be more effective at their jobs? Today’s world is changing at a dizzying...

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Blended Learning 101:  Valuable Tips for Setting Blended Learning Tone

Jennifer Hofmann: Jul 1, 2022 12:14:23 PM

Not only do current global circumstances demand training go digital, but also, over the last few years, industry experts have promoted the value of...

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5 Valuable Reasons To Keep the Virtual Classroom Size Small

Jennifer Hofmann: Jul 1, 2022 7:30:00 AM

As an industry leader for 20 years, InSync continually relies on the latest virtual learning research data to inform our class sizes. Our 140...

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With Hybrid Work, When & Where Does Learning Happen?

Jennifer Hofmann: Jun 30, 2022 12:00:00 PM

Let me ask you a question. Can you define mobile learning? Is “mobile learning” a learning technology, a design technique, or something else...

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How Do You Find the VILT Career Path that Works for You?

Catherine Lombardozzi: Jun 21, 2022 8:00:00 AM

Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series An accidental career

Hybrid is the New Blended Learning

Designing to Meet the Needs of Today's Remote Workforce Engagement Virtually There Session Recap

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Moving Quickly to the Virtual Classroom? Create a Show Flow!

The virtual classroom has become the most popular kid in school. From team meetings to global training programs, platforms like Zoom, Webex Training...

Infographic - 5 Key Moments of Learner Need

The Five Moments of Need model by Bob Mosher and Conrad Gotffredson identifies 5 key moments a learner will need additional information after the...

Infographic - Virtual Classroom Facilitation and Design FAQs

Virtual classrooms have become a critical component of hybrid and blended learning. They enable organizations to connect learners separated by time...

[Podcast] Our Experts Tackle L&D Myths

The Doctor's Are In! A Research-Based Rant Listen to this new episode to hear from Dr. Jane Bozarth, Director of Research for The Learning Guild and...

Podcast - Research-Based Rants for Learning and Development

Dr. Jane Bozarth, Director of Research for The Learning Guild and Dr. Charles Dye, Technical Director, Research and Evaluation, at InSync Training,...

Is Your Virtual Training Underwhelming?

Virtually There Session Recap

[Infographic] Creating the Perfect Blend

Jennifer Hofmann: May 20, 2022 9:00:00 AM

So, you've designed great content for your virtual classroom — But, will the blended environment work for that content?

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My Path to Virtual Classroom Production

We chatted with one of our expert virtual learning producers about the journey that lead her to InSync and how her HR background translates to...

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Creating Engagement in the Blend

Jennifer Lindsay-Finan: May 16, 2022 9:00:00 AM

Hybrid Learning is the New Blended Learning Today’s learning environment is complicated. Not only do we need to intellectually engage individual...

Virtual Instructional Designer Competencies

Jennifer Hofmann: May 13, 2022 12:00:00 PM

Without instructional designers competent in virtual classroom design there would be no plan for instruction - we'd just have lecture-based webinars....

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It Was Almost Like Being in a Real Class! Making Virtual Learning Real

Karen Vieth: May 10, 2022 12:05:00 PM

Jennifer Hofmann often states that the focus of virtual learning should be fundamentally on the learners, their experiences and their learning...

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Learning from the Best to Be the Best

Catherine Lombardozzi: May 9, 2022 3:10:00 PM

. . . Take Every Opportunity to Do So Part of InSync Training's Thriving as a Learning Professional Series

[Infographic] Secrets to Hybrid Virtual Training Excellence

Jennifer Hofmann: May 6, 2022 2:21:35 PM

Exactly what knowledge and skills does it take to be a GREAT Hybrid Learning Designer, Facilitator and Producer?

Podcast - Blended Learning vs. Hybrid Learning...it's Complicated

Modern Learning on the Air with Jennifer Hofmann, Founder and President and Karen Vieth, Director of Services at InSync Training. Jennifer and Karen...

Whitepaper- Learner Engagement and Instructional Outcomes

A casual review of current literature in academic research finds more than 300 scholarly articles and more than 2,000 trade articles in 2020 alone...

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InSync Training Debuts Preeminent Virtual Training Course Certifications and Summer Immersion Schedule

Jennifer Hofmann: Apr 27, 2022 10:30:38 AM

InSync Training today released its Summer Session Virtual Learning Expert Immersion Accelerated Course schedule, along with two new courses and...

[Infographic] - Don't Skip the Debrief!

Debriefing is where the real learning takes place. It's where the proverbial "rubber meets the road," because it allows for reflection and also...