leveraging social media for learning and development

Leveraging Social Media forLearning and Development

Tom Gram Global Knowledge

Dan Pontefract TELUS

Webinar May 29, 2012

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About us

Tom Gram Senior Director,

Leadership and Business Solutions Global Knowledge Canada

Dan PontefractHead of

Learning and CollaborationTELUS

[email protected]

@dpontefract

danpontefract.com

ca.linkedin.com/in/danpontefract

[email protected]

@tomgram1

performancexdesign.wordpress.com

ca.linkedin.com/in/tomgram


Agenda

Social media and learning 4 ways to use social media for learning Implementing social media for learning at TELUS Q&A


Social Media for Learning and Development


Informal Learning and Social Media

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• Doing • Asking questions• Receiving feedback• Discussing• Observing • Collaborating• Researching • Refining skills • Coaching others

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TELUS Definitions

TELUS Confidential7

Classrooms Are Not The Sole Answer

7070 2020 1010

Michael M. Lombardo and Robert W. Eichinger Center for Creative LeadershipPrinceton University

The Career Architect Development Planner

• 70% - real life and on-the-job experiences, tasks and problem solving.

• 20% - feedback and from observing and working with role models.

• 10% - formal training.

TELUS Confidential8

… from training is an event

… to learning as a connected,

collaborative & continuous process

TELUS Confidential9

TELUS Learning Definitions

An exchange of ideas or information characterized by friendly interaction, providing supplemental understanding via personal & professional networks.

A learning opportunity without ceremony, atypical to formal learning, providing guidance, expertise or acumen on the go.

A self contained learning event, typically scheduled & tracked, providing a comprehensive, logical approach to a topic.

Learning is a connected, collaborative and continuous process.Learning is a connected, collaborative and continuous process.

TELUS Restricted and Confidential10

Connected Connected Learning Learning

ModelModel

Connected Learning


Challenges and Opportunities of Social Media for Learning

• Formal learning processes• Roles, skills and knowledge • Top down needs• Measurement and

evaluation• Event mindset

ChallengesChallenges

• Continuous learning• Impact and reach • Support informal learning • New skills and knowledge • Connect formal and

informal • 70-20-10

Opportunities Opportunities


Agenda



4 Ways to Use Social Media for Learning

Formal

Communities of Practice (CoP)

Structured communities used to discuss, share and learn topics of common interest

AugmentedFormal Learning

Social Media tools made available in conjunction with formal learning programs (e-learning or classroom)

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Collaborative Learning

Collaborative and social learning activities are an integral part of a formal learning program

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Informal

Learning in the Workflow

Social business tools used in the accomplishment of work tasks


1 of 11 TELUS Leadership Values Attributes 1 of 11 TELUS Leadership Values Attributes

Connected Learning OptionsConnected Learning Options


Augmenting Formal Learning

Facilitated discussions and chat Ask the expert Polls Post resources: videos, documents,

photos Link to blogs, articles and

bookmarks Leverage existing communities

Instructional design Activity design using social media

tools Social media content posting Facilitation using Social Media

tools

Role of the Learning ProRole of the Learning ProExamples Examples


Collaborative On-Line Learning Programs

Instructional design Collaborative learning activities Social media resource development Facilitation using social media tools

Resources: videos, documents, photos Assignments and scheduled activities Facilitated discussions and chat Scheduled webinars Group case studies Pre and post work Links

Role of the Learning ProRole of the Learning Pro

Examples Examples

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Live Webcast Live Buzz-blogging Habitat Videos


Communities of Practice

COP Design and Implementation Developing seed content Fostering participation and

activity Social media coaching Facilitation using Social Media

Community tools Knowledge curator

Forums and discussions Live chats Invited guests Links to blogs, articles, bookmarks Locate experts Wiki document creation Shared bookmarks Activity catalysts Sustainment vehicle

Examples Examples Role of the Learning ProRole of the Learning Pro


Social Media and Learning in the Workflow

Social business platforms Connecting individuals in

productive, efficient ways Breaking boundaries and

better aligning actions to needs

Insight to anticipate and address opportunities

Fostering participation and activity

Coaching in the use of social media tools

Help teams capture knowledge

Help teams learn from experience

Examples Examples Role of the Learning ProRole of the Learning Pro


Attending the Senior Leadership Forum this week


Agenda


TELUS Implementation & Results

TELUS Confidential32

Implementing Social – Not a Big Bang

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• Wikis & Blogs (Confluence)• Instant Messaging (Office Communicator)• Web Presentation (Live Meeting)• Video Sharing (Home Grown)

• Micro-Blogging (ShareTronix)• Video Meetings (Telepresence)• Idea Generation (Home Grown)• WebJams (Confluence)

• Profiles & Content (SharePoint 2010)• Virtual Worlds (Avaya web.alive)• Federated LMS (TBD)

• Intranet (BEA)• ERP (SAP)• Web Presentation (Net Meeting)• Grassroots Wikis (Media Wiki)

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• Learning 2.0 Framework• Fair Process• Flexible Work Styles

• TELUS Leadership Philosophy• Tight-Loose Culture• Customers First

• Habitat Social Common Brand• Learning 2.0 = Connected Learning• Engagement soars

• 53% Engagement


Common Brand on Social


Leadership & Learning Linkage

FormalFormalInformalInformalSocialSocial

FormalFormalInformalInformalSocialSocial


Latest Results

Employee Engagement2007 – 53%2011 – 70%

Learning Driver2007 – 55%2011 – 70%

40% of TELUS actively

participate in social learning

70% of TELUS has seen a

return on their performance

due to FIS

70% of TELUS actively

participate in formal &

informal learning


Connecting Formal, Informal and Social


Questions

Tom Gram Senior Director,

Leadership and Business Solutions Global Knowledge Canada

Dan PontefractHead of

Learning and CollaborationTELUS

[email protected]

@dpontefract

danpontefract.com

ca.linkedin.com/in/danpontefract

[email protected]

@tomgram1

performancexdesign.wordpress.com

ca.linkedin.com/in/tomgram

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