Pre-Conference Learning
Hit the ground running with our pre-conference activities designed to supercharge your learning. These educational experiences are your chance to dive deep into topics like instructional design, AI, VR for learning, and much more. Master new concepts, network with like-minded professionals, and sharpen your edge before the main conference begins.
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Co-Located Events
Drive the L&D industry forward and examine some of the most disruptive topics in our field at DevLearn’s co-located events. These comprehensive events take place on Tuesday, November 5.
Certificate Programs
Master critical skills and knowledge on core L&D topics from instructional design to xAPI with Guild-certified, two-day experiences. DevLearn will host 6 in-depth Certificate Programs prior to the main event on Sunday and Monday, November 3 & 4.
Workshops
Our action-packed, one-day workshops provide a collaborative environment to network with peers and sharpen your skills before the conference even begins. Explore industry trends in instructional design and microlearning, just to name a few, and uncover actionable takeaways that you can implement right away to transform your work!
Monday, November 4
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Empathetic Design: Unlocking Learner Potential
Michael Allen, Allen Interactions
![Garima Gupta](https://devlearn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Gupta_Garima_300-150x150.jpg)
AI-supported Learning Design
Garima Gupta, Artha Learning
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Speaking Data, the Language of Impact: a Simulated Project Experience
Zsolt Olah, Amazon
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Building a Skills Strategy
Koreen Pagano, Thrive LMS
![Julie Dirksen](https://devlearn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Dirksen_Julie_2022_300-150x150.jpg)
Designing and Implementing for Behavior Change
Julie Dirksen, Usable Learning
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Designing Effective Microlearning
Carla Torgerson, Carla Torgerson Consulting
Tuesday, November 5
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The Best Introduction to JavaScript
Phil Cowcill, PJ Rules
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Creative Visual Design for Engaging Learning Content
Tracy Parish, Parish Creative Solutions
![Hadiya Nuriddin](https://devlearn.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Nuriddin_Hadiya_300-150x150.jpg)
Persuasive Engagement: Crafting Compelling eLearning
Hadiya Nuriddin, Duets Learning
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Augmented Reality for L&D Professionals
Destery Hildenbrand, Intellezy
Betty Dannewitz, If You Ask Betty
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Marketing & AI for Impactful Learning Solutions
Bianca Baumann, Ardent Learning
Mike Taylor, Nationwide Insurance
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Game Design for Creative Problem Solving
Kevin Thorn, Artisan eLearning
Dr. Karl Kapp, Commonwealth University
Deborah Thomas, SillyMonkey Games
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Simulations Rebooted: System Simulations for the Modern Learner
Timothy Crowe, Independent Contractor
Kelly Fischer, Independent Contractor