Gyrus

MARCH 20, 2024

Conduct a Training Needs Analysis A thorough training needs analysis helps identify the specific skills and knowledge gaps that need to be addressed. This might involve setting specific, measurable goals and using reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors. Use technology to track completion rates and test results.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 28, 2013

Note From Beth: A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to participate in a meeting with other capacity builders who work with networks. I wrote a quick reflection on some of the techniques used to facilitate the meeting. But whether you call it “networked” ways of working, “collaboration 2.0”

Build 115

Build Change Social Facilitation 115

3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 1, 2015

Growth in big data and its related needs/problems has fueled growth in the discipline of data science. For example, de-duplication, the process of removing or consolidating duplicate records from a database, is a common data cleaning technique. The study of extracting knowledge from data.

Data 100

Data Management Donor Database 100

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 9, 2013

It isn’t a pharmacy metaphor of finding a pill to solve the problem. Systems are non-linear, complex, and dynamic. But on the other hand, traditional evaluation models are: Focused on model testing. Based on a logic model. Refine a model or make definitive judgment. Follow a fixed plan.

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Evaluation Generation Method Slides 98

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 5, 2012

On New Year’s Day, I heard a story on NPR about some research on instructional techniques used by many college professors – the lecture and how it is less effective in an age information abundance. This gave me an excuse to look at different types of peer learning exercises and facilitation techniques. Techniques.

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Experiment Learning Create Exercise 119

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

I was lucky enough to have a number of exchanges with them about self-directed and peer learning models in the nonprofit sector as part of their research process and are referenced in the report. The point is that we learn best by teaching what we have learned and interacting with others to share ideas and work through problems.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 29, 2015

I was thrilled to work with the Brainerd Foundation staff to help design and facilitate a design lab using techniques based on Luma Institute methods earlier this month. The process for the one and half day lab used techniques that fall into these categories: Looking and Observing: Unpacking the Context for 21 st Century Advocacy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 17, 2011

I also used composite scenarios based on real-life nonprofits needing to apply ROI techniques to technology purchase decisions. Exercise Task: Having the ability to break into small groups, provides an opportunity to use Peer Assist or After Action Review models.

Design 109

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Bloomerang

JUNE 11, 2021

Weave in stories that are connected to the podcast and I’m going to share some model language for you. . So here’s a model for how you can establish common ground. . Anything from a new approach, to a technique, to information, insights, you’re offering your emotional intelligence.

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People Community Video Podcast 80

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 27, 2012

It marked the start of a six month peer learning exchange where I, along with colleague Stephanie Rudat will work remotely with grantees as they implement an action learning project to put techniques into practice and facilitate organizational change from the inside out.

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Pakistan NGO Network Exercise 113

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 19, 2011

Watching Chris model visual facilitation was inspiring. It made me examine my own practice and rekindled a goal to push my own visual facilitation skills. It’s been an interest for a long time and was recently sparked again by David Sibbet’s Visual Meetings Book.

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Online Learning Process Design Site 94

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Next, participants did a self-assessment, using the maturity of practice model ( Crawl, Walk, Run, Fly ). I always try to do an extensive participant survey prior to the workshop to uncover the knowledge in the room and used a “living case study” technique. Usually a huge sigh of relief in the room.).

Social Media 101

Social Media Effective Media Social 101

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2009

Collective intelligence refers to the outcomes generated by pooling knowledge from diverse groups, using it to research and debate and then refining the resulting understanding into useful and actionable information. Their mental models began with these fundamental assumptions during their education and their first jobs.

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Aggregator Model Leadership Method 82

Museum 2.0

DECEMBER 17, 2019

I see a vast range in skills and knowledge depending on the program, and I see many qualified people who don't go to a museum studies program. We won't go down the looming problem of the lack of physicians our nation will be facing in the upcoming decades, but instead let's look at museum work.

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Museum Guinea Tech Studies 45

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2014

This is where you identify the learning goals, audience needs, existing knowledge, and other background by doing audience research. Ideally, audience research should be done before you design your workshop or course. The learning model is called “SAVI ” : Moving and doing (Somatic). Problem-solving and reflecting (Intellectual).

Instructional Design 113

Instructional Design Instruction Instructional Train 113

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 1, 2015

Senior leaders model the skill that Edgar H. Not only do organizations need data collection systems, but also systems for observation, learning, reflection, and action or as the report describes “ systems that help us identify and solve problems proactively instead of always reacting.” Cultural Indicators. delivered).

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Culture Data Create Reflection 50

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 30, 2010

I was incredibly lucky to have a fantastic group of participants , all passionate about their work, very knowledgeable, and excited about integrating social media into their work. There is one problem with this design: Many of us find experimenting difficult. I modeled that I don't know everything.

Social Media 91

Social Media Reflection Media Social 91

NTEN

MAY 9, 2011

Data un-communicated, or ineffectively communicated, amount to personal knowledge or useless raw material. My measurement of "hot" and "humid" remains my personal data/knowledge until I walk back into the house and tell my wife. But [data] are also creating a host of new problems. What if I don't speak loudly enough?

Data 91

Data New York Government Digital 91

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 26, 2006

Collaborative Problem Solving - (working toether in teams - informal/formal to comlpete tasks and develop new knowledge. Adults who work for nonprofits and feeling pressured to adopt and incorporate social networking tools and techniques. s surroundings as a form of problem-solving. vlogging, and podcasting). Judgment ???

Participatory 50

Participatory Teen Vlog Mashup 50

Museum 2.0

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

In this report, the authors describe three specific models for public participation: contribution, collaboration, and co-creation. They provide detailed case studies of projects in each area, including project descriptions, informal science education goals, participant training techniques, and evaluation outcomes.

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Public Research Participatory Report 36

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

For example, AI can accelerate low-code development by helping you build a workflow or an app just by using natural language, or it can generate content from data using large language models like GPT-4.

Build 90

Build Fundraising Blackbaud API 90

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 16, 2010

There are four different models of crowdsourcing activities: wisdom, creation, voting, and funding. There’s isn’t one best way to do it – and many organizations use a combination of these models to meet their objectives. 1) Creating collective knowledge or wisdom. 2) Crowd Creation. 2) Crowd Creation.

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Measure Fund Impact Minnesota 96

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 16, 2010

And that’s good thing for solving complex social problems with innovative ideas. The second topic started percolating at last year's SXSW Social Media for Social Good BBQ and a question - so where are the good examples and techniques? Have a brief over that lays out the definition and concept models. What I do the same?

Reflection 98

Reflection Sample Script Map 98

EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

It’s about the skills, knowledge, expertise and know-how you need to make philanthropy happen in your community. Designed for advancement professionals charged with starting or growing a student philanthropy program.Learn techniques to create a tradition of gratitude and support for the institution among students. Fundraising.

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Calendar Conference San Diego DC 177

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2009

Pick the Right Model. A group of individuals has more knowledge to solve a problem than a single individual. Jerry Michalski use the metaphor of the global brain to describe this. Now wonder some arts organizations - museums, orchestras, and now operas - have embraced crowdsourcing as a creative technique.

Analysis 88

Analysis Music San Francisco Mashup 88

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 18, 2010

Plus, the new-found knowledge drives a better appreciation for what everyone does, and proves to the team that success comes only when all the pieces fit together like a well-oiled machine. That knowledge builds greater mutual respect, which is vital to a teams success. So, plan a half day where you pair up employees.

Job 40

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2010

The knowledge you learn will likely improve your decision making and allow you to seize opportunities. GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. Think how powerful it can be to include all your employees in problem solving and to use all the approaches!

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Survey Kansas City Mentoring Kansas 58

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 5, 2010

Monday, July 5, 2010 Ten More Ways To Be An Effective Leader Here are 10 behaviors, techniques and tips you can use to be an effective leader: Respond to questions quickly and fully. GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. Take an interest in your employees and their personal milestone events.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

By absorbing these lessons--of mentors mistakes and successes--mentees are better prepared to move forward with knowledge and confidence. GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. Think how powerful it can be to include all your employees in problem solving and to use all the approaches!

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Mentoring Tips Kansas City Kansas 56

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2010

View every problem as an opportunity to grow 17. Be a good role model 46. Tailor your motivation techniques 61. GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. Celebrate your employees successes, not your own 12. Err on the side of taking action 13. Communicate clearly and often 14.

Leadership 40

Leadership Management Mentoring Kansas City 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. How Employees Approach Problem Solving Entrepreneur magazines March 2009 issue published this insightful advice about how different types of employees like to tackle problem solving: GEN Y Employees -- Form a team to brainstorm a solution.

Giving 63

Giving Kansas City Mentoring Kansas 63

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. How Employees Approach Problem Solving Entrepreneur magazines March 2009 issue published this insightful advice about how different types of employees like to tackle problem solving: GEN Y Employees -- Form a team to brainstorm a solution.

Mentoring 63

Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Leadership 63

Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. How Employees Approach Problem Solving Entrepreneur magazines March 2009 issue published this insightful advice about how different types of employees like to tackle problem solving: GEN Y Employees -- Form a team to brainstorm a solution.

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Sample Business San Antonio Kansas City 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 15, 2011

GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. How Employees Approach Problem Solving Entrepreneur magazines March 2009 issue published this insightful advice about how different types of employees like to tackle problem solving: GEN Y Employees -- Form a team to brainstorm a solution.

Leadership 51

Leadership Communication Kansas City Mentoring 51

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2010

As a counselor , a manager first identifies a problem that interferes with an employees work performance and then helps the employee to define specifically what behavior he or she needs to change in order to improve his or her performance or resolve a problem. Then, use the web and social networking for research.

Kansas City 44

Kansas City Mentoring Kansas Leadership 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

GEN X Employees -- Like having their professionalism and growing knowledge valued. How Employees Approach Problem Solving Entrepreneur magazines March 2009 issue published this insightful advice about how different types of employees like to tackle problem solving: GEN Y Employees -- Form a team to brainstorm a solution.

Evaluation 54

Evaluation Kansas City Mentoring Kansas 54

Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 4, 2010

Developing leaders: Create the next generation of leaders Are great listeners Grow talent by challenging others to take on more than what they think they can do Are open, honest and direct Model the behavior they want to mentor for others If you havent read Judith E. Glasers book, The DNA of Leadership , give it a read.

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