Presentation Panel
On the Lookout for What’s New and Coming to Transform L&D
Date Thursday, Nov 23 Time –
This session will look at the potential of nascent technologies to transform learning and development and make learning programmes more efficient, aligning with the needs of the digital workforce of the future.
Jasper Schonenberg
Reskilling & Upskilling Leader, Ingka group (IKEA), Netherlands
Jasper Schonenberg is a passionate Learning and Development professional, currently working in a global L&D team at a large retail organisation.
Digitalisation, automation, and the gig economy open doors to new opportunities to meet customers wherever and whenever they choose. This creates new demands on organisations and its people. Jasper is currently working with Reskilling & upskilling and Talent marketplaces for large groups of co-workers across various countries. All with the aim to increase employability and secure the skills required for future success of the organisation.
Joost Smilde
Learning & Development Business Partner, Heineken, Netherlands
Joost is a Senior Learning & Development Specialist with a unique focus on the intersection of technology and human performance. Since 2016, he has had a deep interest in Blockchain technology and is actively involved in research exploring its practical applications in the world of learning and development. With a background in leading impactful projects and strong persuasive skills, Joost is adept at driving innovative changes that yield significant results.
In addition to his expertise in Learning & Development, Joost is also IT-savvy, with extensive experience in a variety of software packages. This enables him to seamlessly integrate technological solutions into learning programs and developmental plans. His current research efforts are concentrated on combining Blockchain and Web3 technologies with traditional learning strategies, aimed at shaping the future of human performance and development.
Evgeniia Rashchupkina
Senior Project Manager, Group Moovs, Netherlands
Evgeniia Rashchupkina is a Lead Project & Content Manager at Group Moovs and Founder of LXD hero. She has over 15 years of experience in people development, including roles in corporate education management, learning experience design, and EdTech program management. She designed, launched, and evaluated learning products for the IT, banking, and education industries.
Evgeniia is an author of a blog about product management and learning experience design LX notes and the founder of the online school for learning experience designers LXD hero focusing on implementing product management approaches and new technologies in learning and development.
Moderator
Bert De Coutere
IP & Innovation Lead, CENTER FOR CREATIVE LEADERSHIP, Belgium
Bert’s professional life is all about competent people. He thinks, publishes, consults, designs and sets up learning and development projects for corporations. His areas of expertise include technology enhanced learning, leadership development and innovation.
Bert has been active in the field of corporate learning and e-learning for the last 25 years, first as instructor and course designer, later as project manager, consultant and business development manager. He worked at IBM Learning Development Europe where he was responsible for commercial e-learning development projects across Europe, and the management of the learning innovation initiatives. Thirteen years ago he joined the Center for Creative Leadership where he is now part of the global innovation team.
What L&D Can Learn from Web3, Jasper Schonenberg
This talk will explore how Web3 can revolutionise learning and development by fostering learner ownership and engagement, creating personalised learning experiences, and enhancing engagement through recognition systems and collaborative learning communities.
By harnessing Web3 principles, we can create more efficient, engaging, and learner-centric development programs that align with the digital-savvy workforce of the future.
By the end of this session, participants will understand the principles behind community building in Web3 and how this can enhance the future of L&D.
Beyond the Hype: How Blockchain & AI Will Reshape (Learning)Content Management by 2030, Joost Smilde
Explore the future of content management at the intersection of Blockchain and AI.
Dive into the transformative power of decentralised ledgers and artificial intelligence in shaping the content landscape for 2030.
From the challenges of managing a content explosion to ensuring quality and relevance, this presentation unveils how Blockchain and AI can work in tandem to redefine our digital narrative.
Comen and listen to Joost Smilde for a journey into the next era of content.
Exploring Metaverse for Designing Immersive Learning Experiences, Evgeniia Rashchupkina
The concept of the metaverse has gained significant traction in recent years. With technological advancements, educators and learning experience designers are increasingly exploring the potential of the metaverse in creating dynamic and interactive educational environments that go beyond traditional classroom settings. This shift towards virtual learning spaces has opened up new possibilities for engaging learners and fostering a more personalized and experiential approach to education.
In this presentation, we will discuss the practical applications of the metaverse in designing immersive learning experiences. We will explore various tools and case studies that showcase the utilization of the metaverse in designing engaging learner, employee and community experiences.