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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!
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.
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!”
CHARLOTTE, NC – August 16, 2009 –Thiagi Workshop Event: Interactive Strategies for Improving Performance
Member - $45.00 (USD)Non-Member - $65.00 (USD)
Five things that make Thiagi's workshops unique:
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.
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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
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.
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.
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