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Have you ever sat through a dull lecture, watching the clock, waiting for a break, and wondering why learning has to be so boring?Niels Floor thought the same. But instead of accepting it, he decided to change it. In 2007, he introduced the term Learning Experience Design (LXD) – a way to make learning not only more engaging and immersive but, most importantly, more effective.

Meet Niels

<h3>The Father of Learning Experience Design</h3>Originally from the Netherlands, Niels began his career in graphic and interaction design. When he first introduced himself as a Learning Experience Designer, people raised their eyebrows. &quot;They thought I’d made something up,&quot; he says. But to Niels, it made perfect sense. With a background in design, experience in teaching at various universities, and a growing frustration with traditional education, he saw an opportunity: we learn from what we experience – so why not design learning the way we design great experiences?

Instant clickThat thought led him to introduce the concept of Learning Experience Design. “I did introduce the term. Someone later found a scientific article where a researcher had used it years before, but it was just a single mention – nothing really came of it. When I came up with the term Learning Experience Design, I instantly felt this click, this moment where I thought, ‘This is exactly what I want to do.’”Niels followed through as he dedicated his professional life to the development, application and promotion of Learning Experience Design ever since.At first, not everyone was convinced. &quot;In the Netherlands, people can be quite sceptical,&quot; Niels says with a grin. But he didn’t let that stop him. Now, as the ‘Father of Learning Experience Design’ – though he wouldn’t call himself that – he is dedicated to making learning more engaging and meaningful for educators and learners around the world.

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His first international business trip for LXD wasn’t to a nearby country, but all the way to Brazil. “I wasn’t expecting that at all. But they got the idea, they were like, ‘This is exciting, let’s bring Niels over.’”

First stop: Brazil

Global impact

The impact quickly became global. The moment Niels landed in Brazil, he was invited to conduct training in Singapore.That’s when it became apparent that the adopters of LXD were spread all over the world. Niels’s next challenge: how do you identify all these people and bring them together?Niels tackled this by creating the Learning Experience Canvas, a free tool designed to help educators and designers craft structured learning experiences. As more people started using it, an international community began to take shape, eventually paving the way for LXDCON—now an annual conference celebrating its tenth year.

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Niels compares LXD to Indiana Jones—both passionate, independent, and all about protecting valuable &quot;treasures&quot; (aka great learning experiences), even when things go off track.

LXD: The temple of knowledge

Learning Rockstar

<h3>A Rockstar in Learning Design</h3>We know we’ve used the term &#039;learning rockstars&#039; before, but Niels Floor is a true learning rockstar – quite literally.As a teen, he dreamed of becoming a rockstar, and that love for music never faded. He plays the guitar, piano, and bass, and he sings—but what he enjoys most is writing music. In many ways, he sees it as similar to designing a learning experience.

This emotional connection is key to effective learning. Think back to your teenage days: If you were sitting in class and you had just fallen in love with someone, the whole world felt different, and everything in class seemed to take on a new meaning. Meanwhile, the person next to you might have been going through a breakup, experiencing the same lesson in a completely different way.Our emotions shape how we learn and what we remember—something that’s just as true in the classroom as it is at a concert.

His love for music isn’t just a hobby—it made its way into his teaching. As a brain booster, he composed and played music for his students to set the right mood for learning.

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Brain boosters

When designing his own courses, Niels always prioritises experience over strict structure. During his time running a six-month minor programme at Avans University of Applied Sciences, he had the freedom to design the course as he wished. He started each class with a fun brain booster, made fresh juice for the students, and even created music for them. Niels incorporated all sorts of quirky activities, not necessarily to improve their brains on the spot, but to remind students, &quot;Your brain is a very important part of who you are—treat it carefully.&quot;Rather than focusing just on learning objectives, Niels asked a bigger question: How do I want my students to feel at the start, and how do I want them to feel at the end? This approach makes learning more personal, flexible, and engaging. “Learning isn’t supposed to be easy,” he adds. “Challenge and discomfort are part of the process.”

<h3><strike>Endure</strike> Experience Learning</h3>Learning should be something you want to do—not something you have to endure. Niels has spent his career proving that when learning is designed as an experience, people don’t just remember it—they enjoy it. Whether through music, hands-on challenges, or creative interactions, he keeps pushing the boundaries of education.Niels is convinced that a great experience should not only be educational but also emotionally engaging. &quot;So you have to surprise them in a way that they&#039;re like, &#039;Oh, wait. This is better than I expected. This is actually quite interesting.&#039; Instead of just taking it for granted and saying, &#039;Well, people don&#039;t like this. Let&#039;s just make it user-friendly and as quick as possible, and they&#039;ll be done with it.&#039; No, I want to take a negative expectation and turn it into something where they&#039;re like, &#039;I&#039;m actually looking forward to the next e-learning module.&#039; That&#039;s what I&#039;m aiming for.&quot;We want more! And he relates this to music as well: &quot;When you go to a concert, if the artist is any good, they will leave you wanting more and shout &#039;We want more!&#039; A great concert has build-up, climax, and everything in it—just like any great learning experience.&quot;It may sound simple, but it&#039;s exactly what Niels aims for. In fact, the feedback he gets reflects this: people asking, &quot;When is the next module?&quot; rather than, &quot;Please, not again.&quot;

Niels is a proud guinea pig owner. &quot;We have two—Dusty and Snoopy. They’re surprisingly quick learners. With some training, they can do tricks like jumping through hoops or walking in circles.&quot;

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<h3>Design unforgettable learning experiences</h3>

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Make any training a delightful experience. &quot;This was way better than I expected. I&#039;m actually looking forward to the next module. That&#039;s what I&#039;m aiming for&quot;, Niels says.

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In this series we put a spotlight on the passion and the life of true luminaries in learning, to discover what makes them tick about their area of learning expertise and to get inspired on how to help people learn better.For this first edition we had a chat with Dr. Alaina Szlachta about the power of data in learning and in life.

Meet Alaina

Some people shy away from data. But for Dr Alaina Szlachta, just hearing the word ‘data’ brings a big smile to her face. She proudly calls herself a ‘data nerd’, and once you get to know her, you can’t help but agree.Alaina is a Measurement Architect and Learning Designer with over 15 years of experience in academia and corporate learning. She specialises in creating data-driven and behaviour-changing learning experiences that deliver measurable results.

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Alaina is a former dancer who loved performing, but realising most careers end by 25, she made the tough choice to leave the stage and focus on her education—one of her hardest decisions.

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Data as a tool to improve

<h3>Data as a tool to improve</h3>But where does that passion for measurement and evaluation come from?From an early age, data has been central to Alaina’s life. As an athlete, debater, and dancer, she learned that progress depended on measurement, feedback, and continuous improvement. Her coaches used data-driven systems to track performance, helping her focus on what mattered most to succeed.For Alaina, data was always a means to an end—winning. Her competitive nature made her appreciate the power of insights, ultimately earning her a university scholarship in speech and debate.This mindset carried over into the corporate world, where she quickly realised that data isn’t just about tracking numbers—it’s about optimising performance. As a leader, Alaina uses data to provide clear, evidence-based feedback, helping her team improve continuously. She knows that while feedback can be hard to hear, when it is backed by clear data, it becomes a tool for real growth and improvement.

Did you know Alaina didn’t write her book &quot;Measurement and Evaluation on a Shoestring&quot; alone? Her loyal Labrador, Doko, was right there with her the whole time—co-writer status granted!

Alaina's sidekick: Doko, the Data Dog

Data as a mirror

<h3>Data as a mirror</h3>But let’s be honest—data can be intimidating. There is a reality check that comes with data that can be uncomfortable.

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/introduction-book-ceos-guide-training-elearning-work-will-thalheimer-a9qaf/">Dr. Will Thalheimer shares a strong point in his new book, CEO’s Guide to Training, eLearning, and Work.</a> He says, &quot;Over-relying on learner reaction and satisfaction scores can have damaging consequences. If we focus too much on making learners feel good, we might end up designing training that prioritises fun over real results.&quot;It’s a helpful reminder that while positive reactions are important, the true aim of training should always be to deliver real, measurable outcomes. As Alaina points out, “Learning is challenging and uncomfortable, and it&#039;s in that discomfort where true growth happens.”

If she had to compare data to a movie character, it would be Weird Barbie from the Barbie Movie. According to Alaina, data shares fascinating insights in its own way, but let’s face it, we’re all a bit scared of it!

Data Barbie

But here’s the positive twist: once we embrace what data can do, it becomes a powerful ally. As Alaina reflects: &quot;When you realise what data can do for you, there’s no holding back. All of a sudden, you want more data because you realise that data can help you do anything.&quot;Alaina also explains that data can help you achieve personal goals, improve performance, and solve problems in ways you may never have imagined. And that it’s not just about numbers; it’s about progress.That’s why it’s important to see data for what it really is: a tool for improvement.

Data to measure training impact

<h3>Data to measure training impact</h3>So how can you make the most of your training data for customers?Start by thinking of your training as a solution to a problem, not just a course. Talk to your customers about the challenges they want to solve and how your training fits into that. It’s not just about the session itself—it’s about the changes in performance that follow.Be clear from the beginning about what you’re trying to achieve. What behavioural or performance changes are you looking for? That way, you can use your data to see whether your training is truly making an impact.When we embrace data for what it truly is—honest and unfiltered—it can really drive change. It’s not about having all the answers, but about gaining insights that help us make better choices, improve, and lead more effectively. Data might not always tell us what we want to hear, but it’s the key to real, meaningful progress. So, let’s use it to move forward, learn, and grow.

Alaina doesn’t just break down walls around data—she literally breaks them down as a real estate investor, buying, renovating, and renting properties for 8 years!

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Dr. Alaina Szlachta on why data is like Weird Barbie

Love to Learn Spotlight: Dr. Alaina Szlachta

Intro

Every time a new technological trend pops-up it also leads to ‘new born’ thought leaders. Professionals that go the extra mile, take a deep dive and share insights and applications. Since AI took the world by storm and is now also disrupting the world of learning, I created an overview of AI &amp; learning thought leaders that I follow.We need to be grateful for their work and generous sharing. In that sense, this episode of the learning notes is also a way for me to share my appreciation with them for the work they do. Of course, AI is much more than ChatGPT and some of the names in my lists already shared a lot of good and insightful sources and their vision pre-ChatGPT.I feel enough confident to say: if you follow the advice of the people in these lists and apply their proven ‘life hacks’, it will easily save you a few working hours a week. If so, please share your experiences on social media and mention their names to show your appreciation and forward ‘the magic’ to others.I created two lists: one international and one with ‘rockstars’ who share in Dutch (based on some special requests from my readers). Every name has a weblink which directs you to the LinkedIn profile of each person. The order of names is based on ‘ladies first’, followed by alphabetical order of their family name. It&#039;s not a ranking.I very much like the idea of all kinds of AI applications serving us as ‘co-pilots’. I hope you can find some great ‘co-pilots’ via the experts presented that make your life a bit easier. Good luck and let me know if you have figured out something cool.

International list

<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerri-buttery/">Kerri Buttery</a>*</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kambria-dumesnil/">Kambria Dumesnil</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-philippa-hardman-057851120/">Philippa Hardman</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/trishuhl/">Trish Uhl</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcavalier/">Josh Cavalier</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-clark-04553022/">Donald Clark</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rstevensonuk/">Ross Stevenson</a></li></ul>* Recently, I had the privilege to do a webinar with Kerri Buttery about AI for learning. Check out the <a target="_blank" href="/articles/webinar-ai-tips-for-learning-professional">write-up about the event</a>, made by my colleague <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwendoleneroberts/">Gwendolene Roberts</a>.

Dutch speaking list

<ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilonaboomsma/">Ilona Boomsma</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gvoost/">Geraldine Voost</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergedebeer/">Serge de Beer</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/barendlast/">Barend Last</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanluclaval/">Jean-Luc Laval</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wrubens/">Wilfred Rubens</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathiasvermeulen/">Mathias Vermeulen</a></li></ul>

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Learning pioneer

Together with all the learning pioneers in our community, we are on a mission to make training a little better every day. Your shared insights and stories are the fuel that keep this community running.That’s why, in this series, we’re going to talk to other learning pioneers and ask them some thought-provoking questions.This time we will hear from Peter Meerman from SLT Consulting.

Biography

He is the founder and owner of SLT Consulting. What he wants to learn? He would like to become more of a handyman, so he can lay bricks, build a wooden porch and connect solar panels.

Peter Meerman

Peter's views

For what part of your job can people wake you up at night?“I love sleeping, so actually not much. But what I like most about learning analytics, which I’m involved in, is that it is almost like detective work. You try to find clues and investigate them. Afterwards, you’re able to give people insights that they have never had before.”What challenge or problem in your job can keep you up at night?“Nowadays, everything around us is data. The biggest companies in the world are data companies. So, if you look at what happens outside of L&amp;D, everyone else seems to be further ahead in this than us. I’m worried that L&amp;D will be taken less seriously if we don’t take data and analytics more seriously. But for a lot of people, this is a thrilling first step because it can be very confrontational.If you think you have a great programme, but the data shows that it doesn’t work, you need to be open to learning and improving. The chance that a learning design is perfect from the start is very small. Data helps you explore whether learning objectives are really achieved. If you don’t, the worst-case scenario is that L&amp;D budgets will be cut since, otherwise, what happens to it can’t be proven. That worries me.”What do you think is the biggest misconception in learning?“That we think that training can solve more than it is actually able to. I think we need to be more modest about that. People learn everywhere. This results in a lot of bias in the interpretation of data.Are you keeping track of how much time people spend on their course and is there an upward trend visible? Then it’s easy to think that people are also learning more. But all you see is how much time they spend on your training. What you don’t see is what people do outside of that: how often they search for something on Google, watch a YouTube video or ask something in their network.So, we overestimate our role in learning and need to look at, in a broader sense, what we as L&amp;D can organise and facilitate.”

What or who is your biggest source of inspiration?“Many thought leaders within L&amp;D have been telling the same story for 10 years. They have written books and spoken at conferences, but what I miss is: how do I actually apply those ideas? That is often the missing link.Mirjam Neelen is an example of a thought leader that actually connects theory and practice. She is involved in evidence-based learning, something that comes close to learning analytics. Without learning analytics, you can’t apply evidence-based learning.Furthermore, it is great to work together with Mirjam. She gives good feedback and is always open to receiving it too. I find that important in a person.”How do you keep challenging yourself?“Something I apply is the concept of ‘stealing with pride’. That means that I look at what happens outside L&amp;D more than on average. For example, I look at marketing and IT a lot, and think about what’s relevant to use in L&amp;D.”How can the impact of learning be increased, according to you?“By using data, to get more insights into the effect of learning journeys. If the data show that the desired outcome isn’t achieved, you can try something else. This is often done in marketing, and they call it A/B testing. One group gets to see the new version while the other group sees the old one. Afterwards, it is possible to compare the results. In L&amp;D, we often don’t have the possibility to compare like that. However, we can be more aware of what works and what doesn’t.”

Creative who likes to connect the dots and take on adventures together. A thinker and a listener.

In this series, we’re going to talk to other learning pioneers and ask them some thought-provoking questions. 
This time we will hear from Peter Meerman from SLT Consulting.

Learning pioneers in the spotlight: Peter Meerman

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learning impact theme

Together with all the learning pioneers in our community, we are on a mission to make training a little better every day. Your shared insights and stories are the fuel that keep this community running.That’s why, in <a href="/learning-pioneers">this series</a>, we’re talking to other learning pioneers and ask them some thought-provoking questions.This time, Christianne Bal from KPE takes the spotlight.

She&#039;s the Learning &amp; Development Project Lead at KPE and would love to dive deeper into learning analytics so she can keep improving her training.

Christianne Bal

Christianne's views

For what part of your job can people wake you up at night?“At KPE, we personalise every single training. I love that. We are always out to uncover the trainee’s learning needs and the customer’s objectives. After we’ve identified them, they become the starting point for customisation of the learning environment. KPE really focuses on learning needs and makes every learning journey truly personal. Every individual learns differently.With this approach, we can increase learning efficiency. And, very important: for learners, their development becomes more enjoyable!”What challenge or problem in your job can keep you up at night?“The adoption of digital learning interventions can be a challenge. We focus on the construction and property sector, and a part of our target audience is averse to the use of digital tools. Our plan is to move towards EdTech, but it is a challenge to instil an intrinsic motivation in every individual. This is why we frequently set up personal sessions with learners to explore the aNewSpring application. How does it work? That way, we encourage them to use all learning interventions.We also incorporate virtual reality. For example, we have this serious game in which the trainee uses an industrial circular saw at a construction site. With this safe environment, we can create impact and raise interest among the target audience.”What was the best or most valuable mistake you ever made?“When I started out in the field of L&amp;D, I thought short learning journeys were the way to go. This ties in with common expectations that a training is usually a one-time, event-based learning opportunity. You follow it, apply the acquired knowledge – and that’s it. But gradually, I learned that it’s better to follow a long-term approach and spread out your learning interventions. You can, for example, break up a long training day into three smaller sessions. This encourages the participant to remember and reinforce knowledge.Obviously, there are challenges tied to this approach as well. When selling a longer learning journey to a customer, they are often limited by time and budget.”

What do you think is the biggest misconception about learning?“I often see how the offering of training providers is far too comprehensive. They tend to forget that it is all about the foundation; from there on out, you can improve and personalise. Do you really need all those bells and whistles to convey the message? It is better to distinguish must-haves from nice-to-haves to preserve the added value of an intervention. Of course, it is important to offer something for every learning preference: a combination of interventions. This allows every individual to learn in their own way and choose interventions that match their preference.”Who or what would you recommend as a source of inspiration to other learning pioneers?“Right now, I am enthralled by Daniel Coyle’s The Talent Code. In his book, he describes how you can create talent. Being born with a natural talent is only part of a long journey towards excellence. Daniel explains how talent development happens in three ways. As soon as we like a topic, our learning process accelerates, as our brain forges the connections much quicker. The other two important drivers are deep practice, where you practice a lot and make many mistakes, and coaching. The coaching style should also align with your interests.The book discusses various theories and real-life examples of learning that will interest many L&amp;D experts. You can implement it immediately in your own training courses. Two thumbs up!”What do you do differently to challenge the status quo in learning or training?“I do various things. I read a lot and try to attend a range of events, like the aNewSpring webinars. I also like studying topics which are unfamiliar to me. KPE deals with a great range of subjects, so I can continuously challenge myself to discover new topics. Seek out innovations, instead of staying stuck in the same things.”In what way does reskilling or upskilling play a role in your own career or work?“It is vital not to overload the learner and use their own intrinsic motivation as a point of departure. Participants must be willing to sharpen their skillset and learn something new. If the will is not there, the application and final result of the learning intervention will lag behind. Therefore, it is crucial to sit down and talk with your employees at the outset of the journey, to identify the motivation and learning needs. This promotes a positive outcome for both the trainer provider and the learner.”

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In this series, we’re going to talk to other learning pioneers and ask them some thought-provoking questions. 
This time we will hear from Christianne Bal from KPE.

Learning pioneers in the spotlight: Christianne Bal

Together with all the learning pioneers in our community, we are on a mission to make training a little better every day. Your shared insights and stories are the fuel that keep this community running.That’s why, in <a target="_blank" href="/learning-pioneers">this series</a>, we to talk to other learning pioneers and ask them some thought-provoking questions.This installment, Claudia Hamerlinck from Leerpunt KOEL takes the spotlight.

She&#039;s a learning and development specialist at Leerpunt KOEL. She never wants to stop developing, so she doesn&#039;t have a bucket list. It suggests that you could be finished someday.

Claudia Hamerlinck

Claudia's views

For what part of your job can people wake you up at night?“Give me a design, a style document and the right guidelines and I’ll turn a boring PowerPoint or document into the right corporate identity. I’m not a graphic designer, but I love it. You can be sure that I take care of every detail. Think of the right colours, fonts, logos and images. We have also implemented Leerpunt KOEL’s visual identity in a tight and consistent manner throughout. A really satisfying job!”What challenge or problem in your job can keep you up at night?“We are currently working on a major project. We are redesigning our entire SOH training (In English: Doctor’s assistant consultation hours) for which new versions are starting up all the time. This course has been around for years and has everything a good blended course – with a duration of six months – needs: four course days, test and practice moments, an interactive digital learning environment in aNewSpring and a corresponding course folder. This revision goes right down to crossing the t’s and dotting the i’s, which also means that all adjustments have to be made synchronously. As a lover of learning, development, lists and design you can probably understand that I am in the right place in this challenging project.”What was the best or most valuable mistake you ever made?“I have two juicy examples. In my work, I am always looking for systems that can solve issues automatically. It has happened that an automatic message was sent to hundreds of people, which was not meant for them. My colleagues bore the brunt of it, they received all the responses. I have also shared a wrong screen during a presentation to potential customers. To this day, I blame Microsoft Teams for being so slow in responding, haha. My tip: make sure you don’t have any unnecessary screens open before you share something.”

What do you think is the biggest misconception about learning?“As a training provider, you can’t keep up with all the hypes surrounding new tools, integrations and platforms. It all sounds nice and interesting, but you can’t offer your learner everything, or they will get lost. Keep it simple and effective. Not only for your participant, but also for yourself. Make choices that you are good at. You know the drill… less is more!”Who or what would you recommend as a source of inspiration to other learning pioneers?“Imagine you are in a restaurant and have just had a delicious meal. Even though you are stuffed to the brim, you decide to order another cheese board. You then eat the whole board, because the cheeses are all slightly different and taste different. Try to do the same with learning; turn your training into a cheeseboard. Alternate learning activities and challenge your participants with small pieces of information through different ways. This example is from a training course I once followed on brain-friendly learning, from Prof. Stefan van der Stigchel. This training was and still is very valuable for my work. When I am developing, I often think: do I have a cheeseboard now? Are all the aspects on it?”What do you do differently to challenge the status quo in learning or training?“My work truly is my passion. That is why I am always on the lookout for the question: what else is there to discover? What is interesting to keep track of? aNewLetter is just the thing; it is all filtered and sorted out. It saves me time. Besides my work, I am active in handbiking (handbiking means pedalling with your arms). Every year in Austria there is the HandBikeBattle, in which you have to climb a mountain of 20 km and almost 1000 altitude metres, purely on arm strength. I am going to participate this year; in June to be precise. I have been training for this for four years.”

In this series, we’re going to talk to other learning pioneers and ask them some thought-provoking questions. 
This time we will hear from Claudia Hamerlinck from Leerpunt KOEL.

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