If there’s one thing in life I’ve grown to love, it’s learning. That hasn’t always been the case. But ever since I fell back in love with books in 2003, I’ve been on a learning journey that has no end in sight (and that’s A-OK with me).
I see myself today as a lifelong learner. That you’re here probably means you see yourself in much the same way. One thing I’ve enjoyed learning more about lately is learning itself. In other words, learning how to learn.
That’s why I am especially excited today for you to hear from author James McKenna.
His new book offers an accessible guide to understanding and applying Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to the workplace. Using exemplars from across sectors and industries, James highlights how learning and development professionals can redefine the goals of learning in the corporate environment – not only for the benefit of the organization but also, and perhaps more importantly, for the individual.
His book, Upskill, Reskill, Thrive illustrates how to create and sustain learning and work environments that honor and empower individuals in ways that promote knowledge generation and sharing.
It’s a book that will help L&D educators and corporate leaders motivate their teams from the inside to improve performance and become part of an inclusive culture across an organization.
I hope you’ll click the play button below to learn more about James and his work. For a summary, just keep scrolling.
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In today’s episode, I ask James about:
- Some of the ways learning looks different in the new world of work
- What’s meant by Universal Design for Learning and how it’s uniquely useful in reaching today’s modern learner
- How to tackle potential barriers to the learning environment at work
- And lots more!
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You can order your copy of Upskill, Reskill, Thrive: Optimizing Learning & Development in the Workplace right now!
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Books James Recommends
Turning Research Into Results: A Guide to Selecting the Right Performance Solutions by Richard E. Clark and Fred Estes.
Design for Modern Learning: Beyond ADDIE and SAM by Crystal Kadakia and Lisa M. D. Owens
The Modern Learning Ecosystem: A New L&D Mindset for the Ever-Changing Workplace by JD Dillion
Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy Seals Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin
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