Inside Blueline’s Emotional Intelligence Systems: Why our sims don’t feel like AI May 14, 2025Imagine the feeling when a glassy-eyed avatar in a learning simulation stares at you like it just escaped from a wax museum. The ick sets in…
Designing simulations from the inside out April 16, 2025Lots of organizations approach their most pressing business challenges by looking outward for solutions when oftentimes, the answers already…
Avoiding the digital dead-eyes of the uncanny valley March 12, 2025You’re watching a simulation featuring a digital human. The face looks almost real (almost). But something is off. Maybe it’s the way the mo…
Learning (faster) through failure February 14, 2025Imagine playing a version of the Mario Brothers video game where you never fall into a pit, never get hit by a Koopa shell, and never lose a…
Articulate Storyline 360: New AI feature review January 30, 2025In 2012, Articulate launched Storyline. At the time, I had been in the learning industry for two years and was finally getting a grip on Fla…
Failing forward (safely) with GenAI-augmented simulations January 9, 2025Most of us hate the idea of failure; of coming up short, missing the mark, and not achieving our goals. For some people, it’s enough to stop…
Why your best people should serve as mentors–and how AI can help December 5, 2024When it comes to transferring essential know-how, companies have traditionally relied on their best people—the ones who know the work inside…
Meeting Learners Where They Are: The power of personalization in learning November 14, 2024From the programming we view on streaming platforms to the ads in our social media feeds, nearly every digital interaction is tailored to ou…
5 use cases for GenAI in learning and development October 3, 2024Imagine a learning environment where every challenge you face feels real, every decision you make is consequential, and the feedback you rec…
Bridging the gap between GenAI opportunities and challenges for leadership September 19, 2024The rise of Generative AI (GenAI) represents a seismic shift in the workplace—its impact permeates every industry and profession. The techno…
Practical applications of prompt engineering in learning and development August 15, 2024In the L&D space, prompt engineering can be used to create personalized learning experiences tailored to individual needs. For instance,…
What is Prompt Engineering? Unlock AI’s potential in learning and development August 7, 2024Jennifer is a compliance officer at a fast-growing company in Durham. In response to a recent increase in her workload, Jennifer has turned …
The Best AI Tools for Learning and Development July 17, 2024As we have been racing to keep pace with the technological advancements in the Generative AI space, one thing is certain—opinions around the…
How does AI improve decision-making skills? July 9, 2024Imagine having a crystal ball that could show you the outcome of every decision before you make it. In L&D, scenario simulations are the…
Is AI another fad like VR? Real-world AI applications that go beyond the hype July 3, 2024I’ve been in L&D for a while now, and I’ve noticed something—everyone loves tech fads. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing. While the…
5 Metrics for ROI in learning and development and the impact of AI Simulations June 20, 2024Measuring return on investment (ROI) in Learning and Development (L&D) demonstrates the vaclue of training programs and ensures they con…
How to Maximize the ROI of AI in Learning and Development June 6, 2024Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly revolutionizing corporate learning and development (L&D). With its ability to deliver adaptive l…
How AI Simulations for Sales Training Can Help Salespeople Be More Effective May 23, 2024Kristen nervously enters the conference room for one of the most important sales meetings of her career. The potential client is important, …
Leadership in the Digital Age: Transformative learning through AI simulations May 9, 2024Leadership roles have undergone significant transformation, largely driven by technological advancements. Today, effective leadership requir…
Crunching Numbers, Making Decisions: AI-augmented spreadsheet simulations teach business acumen April 3, 2024The ability to analyze disparate data sets, navigate ambiguity, and make informed decisions is essential to organizational success. When lea…
