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Explore the barriers to skills transfer and how to overcome them, with a sprinkle of neuroscience. Stella Collins and her guests share insights into how L&D can take people from knowing – to doing. Watch out skills gap – we're coming for you!

Mind the Skills Gap Stellar Labs

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Explore the barriers to skills transfer and how to overcome them, with a sprinkle of neuroscience. Stella Collins and her guests share insights into how L&D can take people from knowing – to doing. Watch out skills gap – we're coming for you!

    How to select and adopt effective learning technology: Insights from Animal Care Group

    How to select and adopt effective learning technology: Insights from Animal Care Group

    Tune into this episode of the "Mind The Skills Gap" podcast for an insightful discussion on how Animal Care has selected and adopted Stellar Labs as their digital learning technology within a very fast-paced business environment.
    This episode features host Stella Collins, and Cheryl Lawrence-Tarr and Ester Forcada, two Heads of Learning at Animal Care Group, who share their strategies for embedding effective learning within their organisation’s DNA.
    What we cover in this episode:
    The critical importance of top-down advocacy in cultivating a learning culture in times of rapid organisational growth.Insights into the selection process for learning technology that supports a specialised, compact team.How Stellar Labs has facilitated and streamlined Animal Care Group’s training processes.Building an adaptable learning cultureAdoption of new learning technologiesThis episode is perfect  if you want to find out how to adopt new learning technology that elevates workforce development.
    Do you want to learn more about what to look out for when choosing the right software for your company? Read our latest blog post here.


    Interested to see the Stellar Labs platform in action? Start your free trial today.

    • 40 min
    Stellar Labs vs Chat GPT: How specialist prompts beats DIY design

    Stellar Labs vs Chat GPT: How specialist prompts beats DIY design

    Tune into the "Mind The Skills Gap" podcast for a focused discussion on the strategic use of artificial intelligence in enhancing workplace learning.
    With Callum Clark, the brains behind Stellar Labs' AI, we're tearing down the complexities of AI and laying out the blueprint for its effective use in training.
    Here's what you'll gain from the episode:
    Explore the AI ToolboxStellar Labs vs. ChatGPT: A side-by-side comparison on functionality and impactCallum's Expert tip on how to leverage AI for maximum benefitPersonal Insights: Callum shares his ultimate AI fascinationSafeguarding Data with Stellar Labs: A look into how Stellar Labs ensures your training content and processes remain secure.Whether you're deep in the tech world, a learning & development professional, or simply AI-curious, this episode is packed with insights, expert tips, and resources you won't want to miss!

    RESOURCES:

    Useful article
    https://www.bcg.com/publications/2023/how-people-create-and-destroy-value-with-gen-ai

    People to follow

    Donald Clark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-clark-04553022/ - author of Artificial Intelligence for Learning

    Beff Jezos https://twitter.com/BasedBeffJezos

    Ethan Mollick https://www.linkedin.com/in/emollick/

    • 34 min
    Meet the experts, the technical minds behind Stellar Labs

    Meet the experts, the technical minds behind Stellar Labs

    In this episode of the Mind The Skills Gap podcast, we're thrilled to welcome the brilliant technical minds behind Stellar Labs, CTO Jan Pannecoeck and Nik Torfs, Full-stack Engineer/DevOps.

    Together with Stella Collins, they make it easy to understand:
    How Stellar Labs practically employs AI to enhance customer experienceThe locations of Stellar Labs servers and how we comply with regulations like GDPR etcThe programming languages and technologies that are the backbone of Stellar Labs, and how they contribute to our robustness and reliabilityUpcoming features that excite Nik & JanListen to this episode to learn more about the technical side of Stellar Labs, and what sets it apart as a robust platform in the tech landscape.

    Want to know more? Find out how Stellar Labs can revolutionise workplace learning, powered by AI and neuroscience with our platform and start your free trial.

    • 29 min
    Neuroscience for Learning - Your brain in designed to forget

    Neuroscience for Learning - Your brain in designed to forget

    In this last episode of Neuroscience for Learning, we explore the fascinating topic of how our brains are designed to forget, featuring expert Tina Harris. Discover why forgetting is actually crucial for our memory functions and how we can support and enhance our ability to remember. We delve into the role of the hippocampus, the conductor of memory in our brains, and learn how it sorts and processes information.

    Uncover the power of emotions and sensory experiences in aiding memory retention and explore effective memory triggers like linking, novelty, and anchors such as mnemonics. Stories emerge as potent tools for memory, combining emotions, senses, and patterns. We also explore the significance of repetition and recall over recognition, understanding the importance of allowing neural pathways to strengthen through spaced repetition.

    Tina provides practical strategies for designing learning programs that incorporate memory triggers and prevent forgetting. Uncover the secrets to overcoming the forgetting curve and ensuring optimal memory retention, even for less emotionally charged content like work-related information. Apply Tina's expert tips to support your memory and enhance your learning experience.

    Watch this captivating episode of Neuroscience for Learning and unlock the key to remembering with ease.

    • 4 min
    Neuroscience for Learning - How your brain build habits

    Neuroscience for Learning - How your brain build habits

    In this fifth episode of our captivating neuroscience series on building habits for effective learning. We delve into the fascinating process of habit formation within the brain. In this episode, our expert guest Jaan sheds light on how habits initially start as conscious actions controlled by the prefrontal cortex, and then gradually transition to the automatic, unconscious basal ganglia.

    Discover the pivotal role of endocannabinoids, neurotransmitters that facilitate this shift by reducing activity in the prefrontal cortex and increasing it in the basal ganglia. Through repetition and the strengthening of neural connections, habits become deeply ingrained. Jaan shares practical insights for applying this knowledge to the real-world challenges of learning at work.

    Learn how triggered action plans, rooted in specific events, can empower you to overcome old habits and embrace new behaviours. By harnessing the brain's natural reward system, these action plans provide a tangible sense of accomplishment, igniting a positive feedback loop of success and motivation. This episode unveils the secrets to building effective habits that transform your learning experience.

    Don't miss out! Join us in the next episode for more enlightening discoveries.

    • 4 min
    Neuroscience for Learning - Neuroplasticity - Brain wiring

    Neuroscience for Learning - Neuroplasticity - Brain wiring

    In this episode, Stella and Karen delve into the fascinating world of neuroplasticity and its impact on learning. Join us as we explore how our brains form and reform connections through the use of glucose, electricity, and chemicals.

    Discover the truth about the brain's capacity to change and adapt, debunking the myth of its fixed nature. Learn about Hebb's Law and how neurons that fire together wire together, creating interconnected networks that enable us to perform cognitive tasks. But how can we harness neuroplasticity in practical learning scenarios? Enter the power of play. Find out how playfulness triggers creativity, enhances brain connections, and promotes thinking outside the box.

    Discover simple yet effective strategies to incorporate play into learning, including adapting favourite games, using multisensory elements, and fostering social interaction. Uncover the benefits of play for adults, from better memory to cognitive flexibility and stress regulation.

    So, whether you're a learner or an educator, join us on this exciting journey as we unlock the potential of neuroplasticity and play in the world of learning.

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