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Have you ever completed a training course and wondered what the point of it was? Most people have. Often, the problem isn't the topic or the platform. It's the design. This is why Instructional Design is one of the most important, and often overlooked, elements of Learning and Development. Good Instructional Design ensures learning is built around what people need to do differently as a result of…
When people talk about workplace learning today, eLearning is usually one of the first things that comes to mind. And for good reason. eLearning has transformed how organisations deliver learning. It allows employees to access training wherever they are, whenever they need it, and at a scale that would be impossible through traditional classroom delivery alone. But despite its popularity,…
How often do people remember everything they learned during training? The honest answer is: not very often. Even the best training programmes can't eliminate forgetting. That's why some of the most valuable learning resources aren't courses at all. They're quick guides. Whether they're one-pagers, checklists, quick start guides, decision trees, or short PDF resources, quick guides help people…
Have you ever tried to explain something complex and found yourself reaching for a diagram? There's a good reason for that. Some concepts are simply easier to understand when we can see them. That's why animation has become such an important tool within modern Learning and Development solutions. For organisations operating in complex environments, from pharma and healthcare through to retail,…
Have you ever sat through a training course and forgotten most of it a week later? Most of us have. One reason is that people tend to remember information more effectively when they both see and hear it. That's why video has become such an important part of modern Learning and Development solutions. For pharmaceutical organisations, video can help explain complex topics, engage busy learners, and…
How did you learn the unwritten rules of your industry? For most people, it wasn't through a training course. It was through conversations with someone who had been there before. That's the value of mentoring. As organisations invest heavily in Learning and Development solutions, mentoring remains one of the most effective ways to transfer knowledge, build confidence, and prepare employees for…
Over the last few years, many organisations have focused heavily on digital learning. Online platforms, interactive eLearning, and AI-powered tools have made training faster and easier to scale. But something interesting is happening. Many Learning and Development leaders are starting to realise that some skills still need people in the room together. That’s why instructor-led training continues…
Have you ever noticed that some people can complete every training course available, yet still struggle when they need to apply that learning in real life? That’s one of the biggest challenges facing Learning and Development leaders in all industries from retail to pharma. Knowledge is important, but knowledge alone rarely changes behaviour. This is where coaching matters. At Popcorn, we see…
Imagine if your employees could spot a bad AI answer before it became a business risk. That ability is quickly becoming one of the most valuable workplace skills in many industries, including the pharmaceutical industry. This week, the BBC reported warnings from the Royal Observatory Greenwich that overreliance on instant AI answers could weaken “the habits of questioning and evaluation that…
Have you ever noticed how quickly people now turn to AI instead of stopping to think things through themselves? Across industries from retail to pharma, employees are using AI tools to answer questions, summarise information and solve problems in seconds. The speed is impressive. But according to a BBC article published this week, there is growing concern that instant AI answers could weaken the…
