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Jennifer Hofmann

Jennifer Hofmann, virtual classroom, and blended learning visionary is founder and president of InSync Training, LLC. InSync is a global virtual consulting firm specializing in the design and delivery of engaging, innovative, and effective virtual learning. The company is a leader in the L&D industry in world-class virtual design, facilitation, and production. InSync delivers services using a proprietary virtual learning and engagement model called the InQuire Engagement Framework® which uses brain science best practices to ignite and sustain learner engagement. Under Jennifer’s expert leadership, Inc. 500|5000 named InSync training the 10th Fastest Growing Education Company in the U.S. in 2013, the 20th Fastest Growing Education Company in 2014, and to their Inc. 5000 list for four consecutive years. Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network, Forbes Most Powerful Women Issue, The NativeAdVantage, and Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program have all recognized her entrepreneurial drive. Jennifer has written, and contributed to, a number of well-received and highly-regarded books including: The Synchronous Trainer’s Survival Guide: Facilitating Successful Live Online Courses, Meetings, and Events, Live and Online!: Tips, Techniques, and Ready to Use Activities for the Virtual Classroom, and Tailored Learning: Designing the Blend That Fits with Dr. Nanette Miner. Her latest book, Blended Learning ,introduces a new instructional design model that addresses the needs of the modern workplace and modern learners. Jennifer frequently presents in-person and online for leading learning organizations including The Learning Guild, Training Industry, HR.com, and Training Mag Network. She serves on the Board of Directors for International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), supporting the accreditation InSync has maintained since 2008.

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Cultivating a Strong Hybrid Work Culture with Collaborative Learning

The pandemic forced organizations worldwide to rethink traditional work models, leading to a significant shift toward hybrid and remote work arrangements. This transition was marked by the accelerated adoption of a “Virtual First”culture, where...

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

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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Virtual Classroom Rules: Enhancing Online Learning & Participation

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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Using a Facilitator Guide to Manage the Virtual Training Session

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...

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The Case for Virtual Classroom Producers in a Hybrid Learning World

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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Virtual Classroom Producers: Five Strategies for Success

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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Competencies of Virtual classroom instructional designers

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Competencies of Virtual Classroom Instructional Designers

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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Easily Elevate Virtual Learner Engagement

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

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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

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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