Putting the SPARK into Virtual Training.pptx

30-minute NetSpeed Nuggets virtual session focused on using Storytelling, Purpose, Action, Relationships, and Kudos (SPARK) to design and deliver engaging virtual training. Use stories to frame key learning points. Explain a clear purpose for each activity. Make your virtual training action-oriented, build relationships to increase engagement, and create a positive learning environment with kudos.

1. Putting the SPARK into Your Virtual Training Sessions

2. Objectives Recognize how storytelling frames memorable learning points Include clear purpose and actionable techniques in each learning experience Build relationships to support engagement and participation © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 2

3. No SPARK What signals tell you that your virtual session lacks SPARK? © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 3

4. SPARK © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 4 Storytelling Purpose Action Relationships Kudos

5. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 5 Storytelling frames key points “Stories are easier to remember because stories are how we remember.” (Daniel Pink) SPARK

6. Visual imagery Emotional connection Curiosity Contextual learning © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 6

7. Elements of a Good Story Context (background or setting) Hero (protagonist) Conflict (an obstacle to be overcome) Guide (a mentor or a model) Beginning, Middle, End Theme (moral or message) © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 7

8. SPARK © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 8 Storytelling Purpose-driven learning inspires engagement

9. Purpose-driven Why is a clear purpose for the virtual learning session and each of the activities so important? © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 9

10. Purpose-driven Activities Want to know “why” Need guidance and structure Prefer to succeed Require safety and support if we fail © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning

11. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 11 Storytelling Purpose Action means apply concepts and develop skills SPARK

12. Action-oriented Learning Why is action-oriented learning more effective than passive consumption of information? © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 12

13. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 13 Theory Practice

14. Practical exercises Simulations Interactive discussions Roleplay Case studies On-the-job problem solving © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 14

15. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 15 Storytelling Purpose Action Relationship-building connects peers SPARK

16. Why should you care about building relationships in virtual training? © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 16

17. Elements of Engagement © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 17

18. Social Engagement Creates a sense of community Reduces the experience of isolation Leads to greater course completion Is correlated with more effective learning outcomes © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 18

19. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 19 Storytelling Purpose Action Relationships Kudos create a positive learning environment SPARK

20. What’s a Kudo? Positive feedback or praise for an achievement © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 20

21. Creating a Positive Environment Ask juicy questions that elicit useful observations Allow participants to make key learning points Validate their comments Tie their comments to the main points © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 21

22. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 22 Storytelling frames key points Purpose -driven learning inspires engagement Action means apply concepts and develop skills Relationship -building connects peers Kudos create a positive learning environment SPARK

23. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 23 What have you learned today that will help you increase the SPARK in your virtual training sessions? In Your Own Words

24. One More Resource © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 24 Download a complimentary ebook https://netspeedlearning.com/resource/hybrid-and-virtual

25. © 2024 Clay & Associates Inc./NetSpeed Learning 25 Thank you! Cynthia Clay NetSpeed Learning 206-517-5271 [email protected]