ISPI Charlotte News

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Charlotte welcomes Kevin Jones for August chapter meeting.

John Heun — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:29:22 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – June 11, 2010 – Join ISPI Charlotte for our August program entitled “Using Social Media for Learning & Performance Improvement” and our workshop "Instructional Design: Reinforcing Fundamentals and Providing Advanced Skills" both presented by Kevin Jones. Kevin is President of Engaged Learning and serves as a Social Media & Networking Strategist for NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon in Business Management, and is nearing the completion of his Masters in Instructional & Performance Technology from Boise State.

Kevin’s blog can be found at EngagedLearning.net.

This event is the fifth in our year-long certificate series and as always is offered at a tremendous value!

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Charlotte welcomes Darryl Sink for June chapter meeting and workshop.

John Heun — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:23:35 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – April 9, 2010 – Join ISPI Charlotte for our June program entitled “ISD: Faster/Better/Easier” and our workshop "Instructional Design: Reinforcing Fundamentals and Providing Advanced Skills" both presented by Dr. Darryl Sink. Dr. Darryl Sink is President of Darryl L. Sink & Associates, Inc., (DSA). DSA has 29 years of experience designing great learning experiences. He is the author of six guides to instructional design used with DSA’s workshops and is a contributing author to ISPI Handbooks of Human Performance Technology and most recently the 2008 Handbook For Workplace Performance - ASTD. Dr. Sink is the recipient of ISPI’s Professional Service Award, and three times been awarded the Outstanding Instructional Product Of The Year Award by ISPI.

Learn more about Darryl by visiting www.dsink.com.

This event is the fourth in our year-long certificate series and as always is offered at a tremendous value!

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Charlotte welcomes Diane Gayeski for April chapter meeting.

John Heun — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:55:43 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – February 12, 2010 – Join ISPI Charlotte for our April program entitled “New Design Models for New Media: Why ADDIE Doesn't Work for e-learning” presented by Diane Gayeski, Ph.D. Diane is currently interim Dean in the Roy H Park School of Communications at Ithaca College where she teaches courses in new media and training management. She also practices what she preaches leading client projects with her firm Gayeski Analytics. Diane will encourage us to modify our strategies to take advantage of the capacities of online, networked learning.

This event is the third in our year-long certificate series and as always is offered at a tremendous value!

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Charlotte welcomes Allison Rossett for February chapter meeting.

John Heun — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:23:08 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – January 7, 2010 – ISPI Charlotte Chapter is very pleased to announce February's program entitled “First Things Fast: Analysis as the Basis for Performance Improvement” presented by Dr. Allison Rossett. Dr. Allison Rossett, long time Professor of Educational Technology at San Diego State University, is in the Training Magazine HRD Hall of Fame, was recently a member of the ASTD International Board of Directors, and was honored by selection as an ISPI Member-for-Life.

This session is the second in our year-long Certificate Series program.

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Charlotte welcomes Judith Hale for December chapter meeting.

John Heun — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:22:45 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – November 5, 2009 – Judith Hale, Ph.D., CPT will share her experience and expertise in our December program on “The Politics of Performance.” She is the author of The Performance Consultant’s Fieldbook 2nd ED, Performance-Based Certification, Performance-Based Evaluation, Performance-Based Management, and Outsourcing Training and Development. She has been a consultant to management in the public and private sectors for over 25 years. Judy will bring clarity to why politics is important and the value of doing it well.

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Charlotte announces the 2009 - 2010 Program Schedule.

John Heun — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:42:42 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – September 2, 2009 – The newly formed ISPI Charlotte Chapter is pleased to announce its 2009 and 2010 Program Schedule. The focus for the first year of programming is on Instructional Systems Design (ISD). Going into the second year we will move the focus to a more balanced set of Human Performance Technology tools, techniques and tips based on a member survey to be conducted in the fall of 2010.

After our inaugural evening Meeting followed by a 1-day Workshop with Thiagi our next 7 Programs will constitute an “ISD Certificate Series” loosely following the ADDIE model as a framework.

See the Events and Monthly Programs pages for more information about our events.

We will offer our Meeting Programs generally on the 2nd Thursday of every other month. All Meetings will be held at UNC Charlotte, College of Education from 5:30 - 8:30 pm unless otherwise noted. Meals are provided in the attendance fees. See our web site for additional details and directions: www.ispicharlotte.org.

ISPI Charlotte chapter members receive discounts on all our meetings and events. Join Charlotte’s ISPI Chapter by September 30th, 2009 and ISPI Charlotte will extend your membership through 2010.

Regular membership is $25/ year and $15 for faculty and students. Attendance at Meetings will be $15 for regular members and $10 for faculty and students. Workshop fees will very affordable as well.

Join now to become a member of ISPI Charlotte – “Where Knowledge Becomes Know How!”

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Charlotte welcomes THIAGI for October workshop.

John Heun — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:48:38 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – August 16, 2009 –Thiagi Workshop Event: Interactive Strategies for Improving Performance

Time:	October 02, 2009 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Location:	UNCC College of Education Building
Registration:	Member - $45.00 (USD) Non-Member - $65.00 (USD)

Dr. Sivasailam “Thiagi” Thiagarajan is the Resident Mad Scientist at The Thiagi Group, an organization with the mission of helping people improve their performance effectively and enjoyably. This full day workshop will be very interactive and fun at a great price. The workshop fee includes registration, lunch, and materials.

Five things that make Thiagi's workshops unique:

Accelerated. He keeps you absorbed with a blend of discussions and activities.
Functional. He uses the techniques he teaches.
Authoritative. His workshop is based on validated principles and solid experience.
Practical. He empowers you with realistic tools.
Fun. His enthusiasm makes you enjoy every moment.

ISPI is honored to welcome Thiagi to Charlotte to lead our inaugural workshop. Session topics include:

Part 1. Designing Interactive Strategies:

The best way to improve your training is to encourage participants to interact with each other, with the content, and with you. In this workshop, Thiagi reveals five secrets of effective interactive training that is faster, cheaper, and better.

Part 2. Conducting Training Games and Activities:

Are you excited about training games and activities but anxious about losing control, wasting time, and being attacked by participants? Based on 20 years of field experience and research, Thiagi shares three important secrets of effective training facilitation.

REGISTER HERE:

For more information on Thiagi visit http://www.thiagi.com/

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) welcomes THIAGI for inaugural chapter meeting.

John Heun — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:46:00 GMT

Charlotte, NC - August 6, 2009 - Learn from an industry legend! Thiagi is a pioneer in the field of Human Performance Technology. He has published 40 books, 120 games and simulations, and more than 200 articles and is one of the most accomplished speakers in the Performance Improvement field.

ISPI Charlotte is pleased to present a kick-off meeting presented by The Thiagi Group. Don’t miss this great opportunity!

Kick-off Session: A Playful Introduction to Performance Technology

Time:	October 01, 2009 05:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Location:	UNCC College of Education Building
Registration:	Member - $15.00 (USD) Non-Member - $25.00 (USD)

Here’s the fastest and the most enjoyable way to learn about human performance technology. Thiagi uses a series of game-like activities to present the basic principles and procedures. Learn how to position training within a broader context and how to become a performance consultant. In addition to identifying the traditional approach to HPT, the session highlights several of Thiagi's favorite innovative wrinkles.

International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) Announces New Chapter Formed in Charlotte, NC

John Heun — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:27:02 GMT

CHARLOTTE, NC – July 6, 2009 - ISPI Charlotte Chapter is pleased to announce its formation and the list of executive officers. The Charlotte Chapter is a new local chapter, an approved chapter of the International Society for Performance Improvement. Bi-monthly meetings will begin in October at the chapter’s partner facility, UNC Charlotte’s College of Education.

ISPI understands that strong chapters that promote and practice Human Performance Technology (HPT) are vital to the success of the Society. ISPI is proud to have a long tradition of support from our international network of local chapters, which includes representation across the US as well as in Canada, South America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.

Chapters provide an excellent way for professionals to understand and apply human performance technology first hand. They also provide a gateway to leadership roles and enhance networking experience. Many chapters host conferences, distribute newsletters, and provide their members with region-specific information that fosters professional growth.

ISPI is an important and interesting organization where members are valuable to each other in terms of professional development and colleagueship. The Society is a source of challenge and friendship, and provides opportunities for growth and recognition. For more information, visit http://www.ispicharlotte.org or call 704-731-5314.

Chapter Executive Officers:

Dick Handshaw, President
Guy Wallace, President Elect