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    • 08/05/2024
    • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    • The Henry
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    Looking for more opportunities to meet and network with your peers? Join us for a casual cup of coffee on the first Monday of the month at a different location around the valley each month. 

    No agenda—just a great cup of coffee and great conversation with new friends. 

    Our August event will be held:

    The Henry: 4455 E Camelback, Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018

                   

    • 08/20/2024
    • 5:30 PM (MDT)
    • 11/12/2024
    • 7:30 PM (MST)
    • Virtual Session

    Certification Study Group


    Having a support system during your preparation can be extremely beneficial for your success. The ATD Valley of the Sun Chapter partners with several other chapters to offer a virtual study group to support the CPTD.

    • The study group is free to members of the ATD VOS chapter.
    • For non-chapter individuals, it is $100. 

    2024 Fall Study Group

    • Attend the free information session on Tuesday, August 20, 2024
      at 4:30 AZT 
      to learn about the certifications. 
    • The cohort will run Tuesday, August 27 - November 12, 2024
      at 4:30 - 6:30 MST 
      (time will change to 5:30 - 7:30 pm after November 3, 2024) Registration required prior to September 9, 2024

    Learn More and Register

    There will be another study group starting in Spring 2025, dates to be determined. 

    Send an email to Trudy Dave at certification@atdvos.org for more information and to get the ATD VOS registration code after your membership has been confirmed.


    • 08/22/2024
    • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Virtual Session
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    In this session, we will explore how to enhance learning and development initiatives using content from universities. We'll discuss determining a budget, requesting proposals from universities, and submitting these proposals to internal stakeholders for approval.

    Additionally, we will address the implementation of a university program and the subsequent steps involving all stakeholders, as well as the best practices for fostering a successful relationship with a university.

    After this session you will be able to:

    • Identify potential revenue sources from your organization to implement a training program from a University Partner
    • Develop and implement a plan to communicate organizational learning needs
    • Uncover Universities that have applicable programs and submit for an RFP if needed and appropriate for internal stakeholder approval.
    • Determine best practices for obtaining participant reporting from institution to evaluate efficacy of the implemented training program and desired outcomes.

      Cole Orick

      Inside Director, Enterprise Programs

      Cornell University

      It's an exciting time in the world of work, where businesses and higher education are coming together to help people achieve their education and career goals.

      As the Inside Director for Enterprise Programs at eCornell, Cole has the privilege of serving companies who are investing in their people's lives, through education, every day.

      With 15 years of experience working alongside HR teams, Education Development Leaders, and others, he works to uncover the educational needs of an organization and their adult learners, then align solutions to enhance learning programs for organizations both large and small.

      Amanda Carillo

      Inside Director, Enterprise Programs

      Cornell University

      Amanda Carrillo is a seasoned strategic senior manager with over a decade of experience in higher education. As Inside Director of Enterprise Programs at eCornell, she excels in training, virtual workshop creation, recruitment, and public speaking.

      Amanda has held key roles at the University of Phoenix and Arizona State University, where she drove employer relations, student development, and career services. Her expertise in analytics, strategic networking, and training program development has significantly contributed to her success in connecting adult learners with professional development opportunities on a national level.

      • 08/28/2024
      • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Virtual Session
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      the best job aids ever: creating Learner tools

      If you're looking to share experiences, challenges, and connections with like-minded peers who focus on instructional design, ATD VOS can help you find your tribe!  SIGs are free for ATD VOS Members!

      Training Delivery & Facilitation Special Interest Group

      Wednesday, August 28, 2024 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arizona MST

      Virtual Session

      During the August Training Delivery & Facilitation SIG, we'll help to guide an interactive conversation the skills of designing and developing learning assets. This could include role plays, training manuals, visual aids, and job aids.

      Possible discussion questions will center around...

      • What tools can we use to create job aids?

      • What is the sweet spot for a job aid to be useful?

      • Do we still need manuals?

      • How has online learning changed our job aids?

      • And other attendee ideas & techniques!

      Read this article to get the discussion started.

      RETHINK: Training Materials as In-the-Moment Job Aids

      Join us to share your own insight and hear from your peers!


      What is the group?

      In our Training Delivery & Facilitation Special Interest Group, we will focus on the Training Delivery and Facilitation capability of ATD's Talent Development Capability Model™.  Each session will have a focused topic, but we welcome a diverse and organic discussion that may lead to other brilliant ideas. The ATD VOS Training Delivery & Facilitation SIG will meet every other month in 2024.

      Who can attend?

      All learning, development, and talent professionals are welcome to join--whether you've just been told you're to train the new hire or you're a skillful facilitator who can handle the toughest of participants.

      How does ATD define 'delivery and facilitation?'

      Training delivery and facilitation are means by which talent development professionals help individuals improve performance at work by learning new skills and knowledge. The practitioner serves as a catalyst for learning by understanding the learner’s needs, creating the right environment for learning, building rapport with participants, and using the appropriate delivery options and media to make learning engaging, effective, relevant, and applicable.

      • 09/16/2024
      • 09/18/2024

      What Is the Core4 Conference?

      This intimate three-day learning experience focuses on the foundational elements of talent development:

      • Instructional Design
      • Training Delivery & Facilitation
      • Evaluating Impact
      • Learning Technologies

      The conference features two keynote speakers, 24 educational sessions across four content tracks, and an environment where you can easily network and learn from peers. You'll leave Core4 knowing how to create richer learning experiences that will deliver better results.


      Learning objectives:

      • Design better training programs that improve performance.
      • Develop and deliver events that engage learners.
      • Evaluate the impact of your solutions.
      • Create engaging e-learning experiences.

      Earn ATD Recertification Credits

      ATD offers certification credits for Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD) and Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD).

      Who Should Attend?

      New trainers, accidental ones, or experienced professionals can learn from the fundamentals of talent development. If you’re looking to gain knowledge of the essentials or if you found yourself in a training and development role without a formal education in adult learning, Core4 will teach you what you need to know to be competitive.

      What to Expect

      The conference features 24 education sessions over four tracks featuring valuable L&D content.

      How to Register

      In-Person Dates: September 16-18, 2024, in Phoenix, AZ

      Virtual Dates: December 3-5, 2024

      Support ATD-VOS with your registration at no extra cost to you! Use ChIP code “CH8062,” or select ATD-VOS from the dropdown menu when you register for this event.

      Click Here to Register


      • 09/25/2024
      • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      • Virtual Session
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      What is the Goal? Developing Outcome Statements

      If you're looking to share experiences, challenges, and connections with like-minded peers who focus on instructional design, ATD VOS can help you find your tribe!  SIGs are free for ATD VOS Members!



      Instructional Design Special Interest Group

      Wednesday, July 24, 2024

      12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Arizona

      Virtual Session

      A learning outcome statement is a clear statement that defines what students should be able to acheive by the end of their education. the statment could include knowledge, skills, attitudes, and competencies.

      During the September Instructional Design SIG, we will discuss how we can build an outcome statement that can help us create successful learning events.

      Our conversation may focus on:


      • Goals of an outcome statement.
      • How we determine the outcomes for a course.
      • Best way to define the needed outcomes
      • And more!

      You can also review this article to get the discussion kick started!

      Design Tactics for Training Transfer


      • What is the group?

      In our Instructional Design Special Interest Group, we will focus on the Instructional Design capability of ATD's Talent Development Capability Model™.  Each session will have a focused topic, but we welcome a diverse and organic discussion that may lead to other brilliant ideas.  The ATD VOS Instructional Design SIG will meet every other month through 2024.

      Who can attend?

      All learning, development, and talent professionals are welcome to join--whether you're just starting to develop your first official course or you're a seasoned expert who uses SAM.

      How does ATD define 'instructional design?'

      Instructional design is an essential element of an effective learning effort. The creation of learning experiences and materials is what results in the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills. Talent development professionals follow a system of assessing needs, designing a process, developing materials, and evaluating effectiveness. Instructional design requires the analysis and selection of the most appropriate strategies, methodologies, and technologies to maximize the learning experience and knowledge transfer.

      • 10/23/2024
      • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Virtual Session
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      Creating Positive Learning Environments

      If you're looking to share experiences, challenges, and connections with like-minded peers who focus on instructional design, ATD VOS can help you find your tribe!  SIGs are free for ATD VOS Members!

      Training Delivery & Facilitation Special Interest Group

      Wednesday, October 23, 2024 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arizona MST

      Virtual Session

      During the April Training Delivery & Facilitation SIG, we'll help to guide an interactive conversation around multimedia delivery methods. Together, we'll explore mobile/multi-device, online, classroom and multimedia delivery options.

      Possible discussion questions will center around...

      • How can we design the learning environment to enhance learning?

      • What tools can we use to create a positive environment?

      • How do we limit distractions?

      • How do we handle technology in the classroom?

      • And other attendee ideas & techniques!

      Read this article to get the discussion started.

      Easy Ways to Increase Learner Engagement.pdf

      Join us to share your own insight and hear from your peers!


      What is the group?

      In our Training Delivery & Facilitation Special Interest Group, we will focus on the Training Delivery and Facilitation capability of ATD's Talent Development Capability Model™.  Each session will have a focused topic, but we welcome a diverse and organic discussion that may lead to other brilliant ideas. The ATD VOS Training Delivery & Facilitation SIG will meet every other month in 2024.

      Who can attend?

      All learning, development, and talent professionals are welcome to join--whether you've just been told you're to train the new hire or you're a skillful facilitator who can handle the toughest of participants.

      How does ATD define 'delivery and facilitation?'

      Training delivery and facilitation are means by which talent development professionals help individuals improve performance at work by learning new skills and knowledge. The practitioner serves as a catalyst for learning by understanding the learner’s needs, creating the right environment for learning, building rapport with participants, and using the appropriate delivery options and media to make learning engaging, effective, relevant, and applicable.

    ATD Partner Events

    For ATD Valley of the Sun members we are partnering with other ATD Chapters in the western United States to make programming available to a broader audience. To get the partner rate you will need to register for the program as a partner and use the appropriate code which is found in the Partner Chapter Events tab.

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