Learning With Belvista Studios

Do you struggle to meet your work goals? This could be managing a project effectively, creating an eLearning design or attempting a new task.  In this episode Kim, Hannah and Victoria from Belvista Studios hold a raw and vulnerable discussion on how we each plan to meet our work goals. We discuss how we want to improve and what resources and processes we use to ensure our success.  Our intent with Belvista Studios' Insights is to support others in the industry to take their instructional design and eLearning skills to the next level by sharing raw insights into what we are learning as a team at Belvista Studios. Here are the resources mentioned: Milanote: https://milanote.com

In this episode we provide guidance on how to conduct successful user interviews to get the information you need.   Here are the resources mentioned:  - Danzico, L. (2010). User Interview Techniques [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved from https://www.slideshare.net/edanzico/user-interview-techniques  - Farrell, S. (2016). Open-Ended vs. Closed-Ended Questions in User Research. Retrieved from https://www.nngroup.com/articles/open-ended-questions/  - Henry Ford Learning Institute. (2009). Using Interviews in Design Thinking for Innovation Classes. Retrieved from https://dschool old.stanford.edu/groups/k12/wiki/98b45/attachments - Interaction Design Foundation. (2017). How to Conduct User Interviews. Retrieved from https://www.interaction-design.org/literature/article/how-to-conduct-user-interviews  - Portigal, S. (2013). Interviewing Users. Rosenfeld Media.  - https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/human-centred-design-playbook   IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE, PURCHASE OUR HUM

In this episode, Kim Tuohy and Brendan Jarvis chat about where brave UX begins.   We cover things like:  - Some of the metrics we can use to measure impact  - The risks that can be avoided by undertaking user research  - The difference between a project that undertakes UX research versus one that doesn't.  

In this episode we talk through the steps involved with conducting user testing.   Here are the resources mentioned:  - Trobaugh, S. (2017). Design Thinking: Prototyping and Testing (Part 3). Retrieved from https://www.godfrey.com/insights/creative/make-ideas-great-with-protoyping-and-testing. - https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/human-centred-design-playbook   IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE, PURCHASE OUR HUMAN-CENTRED DESIGN—THE ULTIMATE KIT HERE: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/hcd-ultimate-kit  

Do you want to become a better learner?  In this episode Kim, Hannah and Victoria from Belvista Studios discuss how to learn new things on the job (and retain it). We link this back to the way we design learning solutions and step into the shoes of our learners. We also discuss how to give feedback effectively. Our intent with Belvista Studios' Insights is to support others in the industry to take their instructional design and eLearning skills to the next level by sharing raw insights into what we are learning as a team at Belvista Studios. Here are the resources mentioned: Milanote: https://milanote.com Our Creator Hub: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/ Free storyboard template: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/storyboard-template Free Writing Effective Scenario Questions Guide: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/writing-effective-scenario-questions-guide How to Write Scenario Questions (video): https://youtu.be/iDpPFhItQqs

Do you want to know what a human-centred design practitioner does? In this episode Kim and Hannah share their thoughts and insights as human-centred design practitioners.  IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE, CHECK OUT OUR: HUMAN-CENTRED DESIGN—THE ULTIMATE KIT HERE: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/hcd-ultimate-kit    PLAYBOOK ONLY: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/human-centred-design-playbook    COURSE ONLY: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/human-centred-design    Here are the resources mentioned: How to Conduct User Interviews (video): https://youtu.be/DxP3GR55T3I Human-centred Design for Instructional Designers (video playlist): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL53y2Uv-umyZ7HP3WsyIOMEtsSmYG6R81 Human-centred design playbook: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/human-centred-design-playbook Introduction to Human-Centered Design (acumenacademy course): https://www.acumenacademy.org/course/design-kit-human-centered-design

Do you want to improve your eLearning design skills?  In this episode Kim, Hannah and Victoria from Belvista Studios run a rapid fire question round on all things eLearning design. Our intent with Belvista Studios' Insights is to support others in the industry to take their instructional design and eLearning skills to the next level by sharing raw insights into what we are learning as a team at Belvista Studios. Here are the resources mentioned: Chris Do 'The Futur' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSkoolRocks Chris Do 'The Futur' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefuturishere/ Action Mapping (by Cathy Moore): https://blog.cathy-moore.com/action-mapping-a-visual-approach-to-training-design/ How to Conduct User Interviews YouTube video: https://youtu.be/DxP3GR55T3I How to Conduct User Observations YouTube video: https://youtu.be/WH-PyuwD_GE Storyboard template: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/storyboard-template Writing Effective Scenario Questions Guide: https://crea

In this episode we talk about user observations and how you can use these to add value to your learning projects.   Here are the resources mentioned:  - Whitemyer, D. (2006). Anthropology in Design. Retrieved from http://www.iida.org/content.cfm/anthropology-in-design - https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/human-centred-design-playbook   IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE, PURCHASE OUR HUMAN-CENTRED DESIGN—THE ULTIMATE KIT HERE: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/hcd-ultimate-kit  

In this episode Kim, Hannah and Victoria from Belvista Studios discuss how to master your process as an instructional designer.  Our intent with Belvista Studios' Insights is to support others in the industry to take their instructional design and eLearning skills to the next level by sharing raw insights into what we are learning as a team at Belvista Studios. Here are the resources mentioned: Victoria's blog: http://blog.belvistastudios.com/2019/02/how-can-i-create-interactive-elearning.html Writing Effective Scenario Questions Guide: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/writing-effective-scenario-questions-guide Answer the Public website: https://answerthepublic.com/ Project Brief Questions: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/project-brief-questions

In this episode Kim, Hannah and Victoria from Belvista Studios discuss how to communicate effectively as instructional designers. We discuss verbal and written communication and best practice for each.  Our intent with Belvista Studios' Insights is to support others in the industry to take their instructional design and eLearning skills to the next level by sharing raw insights into what we are learning as a team at Belvista Studios.

In this episode Kim, Hannah and Victoria from Belvista Studios discuss how to adopt an instructional design mindset. Instructional design can be applied to client interactions, content creation, graphic design and well...almost anything!  Our intent with Belvista Studios' Insights is to support others in the industry to take their instructional design and eLearning skills to the next level by sharing raw insights into what we are learning as a team at Belvista Studios.

In this episode we talk about the art of human-centred design and provide practical tips on how to apply this.  Here are the resources mentioned: - Acumen. (2018). Introduction to Human-Centered Design. Retrieved from https://plusacumen.novoed.com/#!/courses/design-kit-2018-1/lecture_pages/869913 - https://www.ideo.org/ - https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/human-centred-design-playbook IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE, PURCHASE OUR HUMAN-CENTRED DESIGN—THE ULTIMATE KIT HERE: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/hcd-ultimate-kit  

In this episode Hannah and Victoria from Belvista Studios discuss what they have been learning recently about graphic design. Think about the transferable skills that you can apply to your eLearning projects.  Our intent with Belvista Studios' Insights is to support others in the industry to take their instructional design and eLearning skills to the next level by sharing raw insights into what we are learning as a team at Belvista Studios. 

DOWNLOAD OUR WRITING EFFECTIVE SCENARIO QUESTIONS GUIDE HERE: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/writing-effective-scenario-questions-guide Writing scenario questions can be challenging. Where do you start? How do you make them engaging? How do you ensure that they meet the project goal?  At Belvista Studios we have been writing scenario questions for years. We have learnt what works, what does not and the techniques that will make your job 100 times easier (not to mention the epic impact it will have on your projects, learners and clients!).  Who is it for? Freelancers, consultants, in-house teams or agencies that create training solutions and who want to: - Create effective scenario questions. - Change behaviour through their learning solutions. - Follow a step-by-step process for creating better scenario questions.  - Impress their clients, learners and team through presenting high-quality scenario questions. Here are the resources mentioned:  Writing Effective Scenario

In this episode Kim chats with Ghislaine about process design. We chat about how to: - become relational, not transactional - consider the consequences - constrain the process - learn by doing This episode is packed with value to improve your instructional design!   Connect with Ghislaine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/science-kitten/ Here are the resources mentioned: - https://drjoedispenza.com/   - https://www.hyperisland.com/ - AJ&Smart YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeB_OpLspKJGiKv1CYkWFFw - David Rock on the SCARF Model: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wu33SdjeCs - Awaken the Giant Within: https://www.tonyrobbins.com/tony-robbins-books/ - Subsumption Theory (David Ausubel): https://www.instructionaldesign.org/theories/subsumption-theory/

JOIN OUR INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN BUSINESS MASTERMIND GROUP HERE:  https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/how-to-start-an-instructional-design-business-mastermind-group Running a business is challenging. Invest in yourself and give yourself the best opportunity to succeed. Who is it for? Aspiring or new freelancers and consultants who: - Require support with a step-by-step process to follow. - Find themselves passionate about what they do but feel overwhelmed by the business management aspect of being a freelancer or consultant.  In this episode, Kim provides advice on how to start an instructional design business. She covers: - When to take the leap - Key decisions to make - How to market yourself - Overcoming imposter syndrome - Dealing with the 'legal stuff' - Where to access support Here are the resources mentioned:  Instructional Design Business (Mastermind Group): https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/courses/how-to-start-an-instructional-design-business-mastermind-group Creato

If you like this podcast, you will like our CREATOR HUB. It offers a range of services that aim to support you in developing, improving and growing to meet your future needs in the instructional design and eLearning industry. Visit it here: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/ In this episode Hannah speaks with Stephanie Yeo. Stephanie is a work life brilliance coach. We chat about:   Work life brilliance   Life by design   Articulating your why  Discovering your strengths   Communicating with confidence and influence   Showcasing your value to the industry   The importance of investing in yourself   Team work and culture  Strategies for when you feel stuck  Creating your ultimate state   Here are the resources mentioned:   Stephanie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sstephanieyeo/  Start with Why by Simon Sinek (book): https://simonsinek.com/product/start-with-why/  The Situation – Behavior – Impact™ Fee

If you like this podcast, you will like our CREATOR HUB. It offers a range of services that aim to support you in developing, improving and growing to meet your future needs in the instructional design and eLearning industry. Visit it here: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/ In this episode Hannah speaks with Michael Henderson. Michael is a corporate anthropologist with over 35 years of experience. He specialises in transforming workplace culture. We chat about:   Anthropology Culture  Caveman traits and behaviours  How cultures form  How to identify the reality of a company culture   The link between culture and performance  How to change culture when there is resistance   The impact of the environment on culture   How to great an effective culture    Here are the resources mentioned:   Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhendersonnz/  Michael's website: http://www.culturesatwork.com/  Corporate

If you like this podcast, you will like our CREATOR HUB. It offers a range of services that aim to support you in developing, improving and growing to meet your future needs in the instructional design and eLearning industry. Visit it here: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/ In this episode Hannah speaks with Stella Collins. Stella is a brain friendly learning professional, author, keynote speaker, brain lady and consultant. We chat about:   Neuroscience  The importance of neuroscience for learning and development   The effect of our physiological state on learning  How to put your learners in an effective state for learning   The physical environment for learning   How to facilitate learning in an effective online environment   Using novelty to support memory   How our brains naturally learn   How to avoid cognitive overload   How to create habits   How to embed learning  How to design brain friendly learning   How

If you like this podcast, you will like our CREATOR HUB. It offers a range of services that aim to support you in developing, improving and growing to meet your future needs in the instructional design and eLearning industry. Visit it here: https://creatorhub.belvistastudios.com/ In this episode Kim speaks with Michel Westher. Michel is the CEO at Knowly. We chat about:   The key ingredients for behaviour change  How to motivate learners and managers to invest in learning   How to encourage learners to practice their learnings in the real world   Encouraging learners to visualise their desired outcome   Keeping learners accountable   Questions that managers can ask their team members to support their learning and development   An example learning initiative for creating behaviour change  The importance of a self-driven learner   Identifying your project problem and how to solve it  Current challenges for learning and development   How