70+ Training Resources For Modern Trainers In 2018 And Beyond
To stay at the top of your game as a modern trainer, you need the most up-to-date industry knowledge — but vetting good training resources can be a full-time job in itself. That’s why we’ve pulled together a comprehensive list of industry-shaping thought leaders, can’t-miss conferences, and must-read publications.
From associations and online training courses to podcasts and apps, we’ve collected the top resources for educating training professionals below. You’re sure to find something to help you do your job even better.
Professional Groups
Associations
- Association for Talent Development (ATD)
The world’s largest training development association, with local chapters, conferences, and research. - Learning & Performance Institute
Α UK-based organization dedicated to professional development of learning professionals. - American Management Association
Management training seminars, courses, and programs for individuals and companies alike. - ISA - The Association of Learning Providers
The network for training industry thought leaders. - Human Capital Institute
A global organization for talent management, with an emphasis on HR, acquisition, and L&D. - The International E-Learning Association
An international organization dedicated to advancing learning technology in academia and the workplace. - Academy of Human Resource Development
A global organization focused on research.
Conferences
- ATD International Conference & Expo
ATD’s main conference, featuring speakers, professional development, and the chance to explore new technologies. - Core4 Conference
An ATD conference focusing on the foundational aspects of learning and talent development: Instructional Design, training delivery, measurement, evaluation, and learning technologies. - Training Conference & Expo
Hosted by Training magazine for over 40 years, covering all aspects of online and Instructor-Led Training. - Online Learning Conference
Also by Training magazine, with an emphasis on online learning. - Learning and Leadership Development Conference
The annual conference put on by the Human Capital Institute. - ICELW, The International Conference on E-Learning in the Workplace
Put on by the International E-Learning Association. - AHRD International Research Conference in the Americas
The academic conference put on by the Academy of Human Resource Development.
Publications
Magazines
- Learning Solutions Magazine
A publication of The eLearning Guild since 2002. - TD Magazine
The monthly magazine put out by ATD — available to members or by subscription. - Training Industry Magazine
An online publication providing information and insight to training industry professionals. - Training Journal
An online publication featuring insight from industry experts. - Training
Bi-monthly magazine and weekly newsletter, providing professional development writing for over 50 years. - IELA Journals
A trio of academic journals put out by the International E-Learning Association on corporate learning, advancing technology, and interactive mobile. - CLO
A multimedia magazine aimed at learning executives.
Books
- Learning Environments by Design
An exploration of today’s workplace learning, by Catherine Lombardozzi. - Michael Allen’s Guide to eLearning
A 2016 update of the 2003 original guide, by Michael Allen. - Design For How People Learn (Voices That Matter)
The science of designing a great learning experience, by Julie Dirksen. - 157 Tips on Improving eLearning Design
Published by The eLearning Guild, by Kat Gore (eBook). - Neuroscience for Learning and Development: How to Apply Neuroscience and Psychology for Improved Learning and Training
Explores the science behind training delivery and learner motivation, by Stella Collins.
Blogs And Forums
- eLearning Industry
At eLearning Industry you will find the best collection of eLearning articles, eLearning concepts, and eLearning resources. - Training Zone
UK-based publication covering trends, opinions, and news round-ups. - The Rapid E-Learning Blog
Practical, real-world tips for eLearning success. - Mimeo Blog
Insight for thought leaders, L&D professionals, and marketers. - Shannon Tipton at Learning Rebels
Offers an engaging blend of personal experience and industry expertise. - Connie Malamed at eLearning Coach
Great information for trainers and designers alike. - TJ Forum
An active forum run by Training Journal. - TWIST
The official blog of The eLearning Guild. - Learnpatch
Informative blog and insightful #chat2lrn Twitter chat held weekly. - Learning in the Modern Workplace
Jane Hart on modernizing workplace learning. - Harold Jarche
Over a decade of insight related to learning in the workplace. - E-Learning 24/7 Blog
Craig Weiss’ blog on the truth and realities of eLearning. - Cathy Moore
A blog to help you "design lively training for working adults". - L&D Forum
A place for positive industry interaction for learning professionals. - SchoolKeep
A blog giving key insights into customer, employee, and partner training.
Newsletters
- Dear People Ops
Dear People Ops helps to demystify human resources in the startup world - one blog post at a time. This newsletter is a must follow for anyone in HR, people operations, or any sort of training role. - SchoolKeep
A monthly newsletter giving key insights into customer, employee, and partner training. - eLearning Feeds
News and information curated from the top eLearning blogs in the industry. - eLearning Weekly
A weekly newsletter with articles, press releases, and jobs handpicked by eLearning Industry founder Christopher Pappas. - eLearning Learning
Corporate eLearning insights delivered right to your inbox.
Research, Guides, And eBooks
- eLearning Industry
An ultimate list of the best eBooks for eLearning concepts to download! Browse eLearning Industry's library and choose between 100+ unique titles. - The Beginner's Guide to Creating an Online Training Program
Whether you’re a seasoned training manager or new to the space, this article will equip you with everything you need to create a successful training program. - Talented Learning
Independent research and consulting firm devoted to helping organizations choose modern LMS solutions for their unique business needs – primarily for extended enterprise learning. Founded by the analyst, John Leh. - ATD Research
Trends, surveys, and reports to help inform decisions and improve performance. - ATD Buyer’s Guide
A comprehensive directory of Learning and Development providers. - CEB Learning & Development Leadership Council
Focused research on learning, human resources, coaching, and business. - Bersin by Deloitte
Factbooks, frameworks, studies, and more on the topics of human resources and Learning and Development. - The Complete LMS Buying Guide For SMBs
It can seem hard to know where to start when it comes to selecting the right LMS for your business. With over 500 LMSs on the market, all with different feature sets and value propositions, it’s never been more important to do your homework before buying software. - Scalable Workforce Onboarding For Fast-Growing Brands
How onboarding can help you ramp new hires faster, more efficiently, and more cost-effective than ever before. - On-Demand Companies Are Changing the Way We Train
Training for the provider side of the on-demand economy is opening up a new frontier in eLearning, and companies like Airbnb, Uber, and Lyft are the pioneers. - eLearning Glossary
A glossary of eLearning related terms to make sure you know everything you need to related to training, eLearning, and more.
Multimedia Training Resources
Online Courses And Webinars
- Training Live+Online
Online and in-person training and certification for corporate trainers, from Training magazine. - LPI Certification
A collection of courses for learning professionals. - TrainingIndustry.com
Regular webinars on current topics, with past webinars archived for up to a year. - eLearning Industry
A great collection of all the latest eLearning webinars to attend or to watch on demand. - CLO Magazine’s webinar library
A great resource for current and past webinars — including video and PowerPoint decks from past CLO Symposium+Plus events. - Certified Professional in Training Management
Certification through Training Industry, with virtual and in-person training events. - Scenario Design with Cathy Moore
In-depth and hands-on training offered regularly. - Brandon Hall Group
A collection of webinars highlighting research and trends in the learning industry. - Kickstart your on-demand training program
Supercharge operations and growth with a step-by-step framework for launching online training.
Podcasts And Video
- The Pulse
Though aimed at higher ed, Rod Murray’s monthly technology podcast from Inside Higher Ed offers a look at the latest in eLearning technology. - Learning Now TV
Live-streamed internet TV, with over 200 episodes available online. - Nine-to-Thrive HR
Interviews with industry experts on trends and the future of talent development, from the Human Capital Institute. - CIPD Podcast
Expert interviews and commentary from UK organization Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development. - Dear Instructional Designer
Thoughts and interviews by Kristin Anthony about the Instructional Design journey. - The eLearning Coach
A design-centered podcast for learning professionals from Connie Malamed. - The eLearning Guys
Tools, tips, and hacks for the learning process from hosts David Charney and Nejc Žorga Dulmin. - Trends & Issues
Hosts Abbie Brown and Tim Green discuss what’s happening in Instructional Design, educational technology, and learning sciences. - VivaeLearning
A list of 1500+ Free Video Tutorials for eLearning Professionals.
Apps
- Trainer’s Toolkit App
More than 50 classroom and virtual training exercises from top experts. Create PDF in your applications with the Pdfcrowd HTML to PDF API PDFCROWD. - Learning.ly for Business
On-the-go business learning from Subject Matter Experts vetted by The Economist Group. - SkillPill
A library of more than 1000 bite-sized multimedia learning objects. - Udemy for Business
On-the-go business learning from Udemy. - LinkedIn Learning
Professional development courses taught by industry experts.
Conclusion
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