Increase Learning with this Simple Bonus Strategy

When I coach new presenters, I encourage them to follow the adage “less is more.” The impulse to add one more thing is usually founded in a deep desire to pass along as much knowledge as possible; to help our learners improve as quickly and comprehensively as we can. But over stuffing a presentation leaves everyone with that Thanksgiving dinner feeling – bloated and a little bit nauseous. 
 
Instead, try my “Double QR Strategy,” otherwise known as Quick Read QR Codes.

How to:

1. Find a brief article or post that enhances your content. It should be something that isn’t essential learning, as not everyone will have time to read it. 
2. Create a QR code for the article and print it out along with directions (see photo for example.) 
3. Place the Double QRs on tables for early arrivals to see as they settle in. 
4. Leave the codes on the tables throughout the session so that learners can access them at breaks or the end of the day. You might choose to encourage people to scan the QR codes even if they don’t have time to read them right away, as they will be stored in their history. 

 
Virtual variation:

1. Find a brief article or post that enhances your content. It should be something that isn’t essential learning, as not everyone will have time to read it. 
2. Create a QR code for the article and embed it into your welcome slide, along with directions. 

 
Find more ideas in my newest book Caffeinated Training Design.
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