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Using In-Person Content to Design Online Workshops

You can’t just take the in-person agenda and materials, pop them into a virtual space and then expect it to be just as amazing as it was in-person. But, you also do not have to scrap the full agenda and start over. Follow these simple steps to adapt an existing workshop agenda to the online environment.

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How Can You Support Your Team Right Now?

Youth-serving organizations have been forced to close their doors, suspend or digitally transform their services in a swift turn. More staff are experiencing furloughs and lay offs as organizational revenues drop. In this incredibly challenging time of stress and uncertainty, how do you support your team?

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Managing Teams Remotely--ASAP!

You’ve been managing a team, but have always been able to see them in person. People have always been able to pop into your office when they need a quick response. You all have chatted in the hallway or at the coffee maker. And now you don’t. If you’re scrambling to effectively manage your team when everyone is working from home, here are five strategies to help you now.

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5 Strategies for Engaging Virtual Workshops & Meetings

You were scheduled to offer an in-person workshop or meeting, but now need to revise it to be virtual. Sound familiar? While you may be prepared to adapt your slide deck and discussion questions for an online environment, how do you ensure that your participants stay engaged during your live web-based session? This post offers five strategies to keep your participants engaged.

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There's an App for That! Choosing Technology to Meet Your Org's PD Needs

It seems like everyone has a learning management system, an e-Learning portal or an app to deliver their online professional development. When you’re planning professional development, how do you figure out if online learning is a good solution and then, what kind of tech to use? Here are some considerations to inform your thinking.

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