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Visit www.rutraining.wordpress.com for updates on the Roosevelt University Training and Development Program, the training and performance industries, as well as opportunites for professional development in the Chicagoland area.

If you have any questions about the programs or this blog please reach out to Tara Hawkins, Program Coordinator, at thawkins@roosevelt.edu. 

Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago’s premier academic medical center, has two open positions on a growing talent management team reporting to the Talent Manager within the NM Academy. Both positions require a master’s degree and experience. Be part of a team to enable the development of managers and leaders through learning, experience and feedback strategies. Interested in promoting collaborative learning? This may be your right career move.

The Talent Consultant will lead efforts in the development of all managers of people, building out a curriculum that utilizes cohort groups as well as on-demand learning. Requires a minimum of seven years of overall experience in learning and development including facilitation of classroom and team development. Strong preference for candidates with management experience and usage of collaborative networks.

The Talent Specialist II position is for an individual with a passion to develop specific segments of the organization such as providing guidance to our administrative interns and other groups.  The role is also responsible for building our intranet learning resources and requires two years of experience, demonstrated application of project management and knowledge of collaborative learning technologies is a must.

To learn more or to apply to either position, please visit us online at www.nmh.org.  Please specify Req#04285 for the Talent Specialist position and Req#32347 for the Talent Consultant. We are looking for those with a passion for people development and willingness to engage in collaborative strategies. If that is you, we look forward to your application.

RU TRDV took advantage of an ASTD ICE event in our own back yard by staffing an information booth in the Expo area.  Current students, alumni, and faculty members were present at the booth to discuss our programs and best practices with thousands of attendees from all over the globe.  We were happy to see so many members of the RU TRDV community stop by, say hello, and offer insight to Expo attendees who were interested in learning more about the RU TRDV experience.  

In addition to the booth in the Expo area, RU TRDV lead a panel discussion titled, “University/Professional Organization Partnerships: A competitive advantage” on Monday, May 18, 2010.  Panelists included Tara Hawkins (Program Coordinator), George Vuckotich (Faculty), Kathleen Iverson (Faculty), Michelle Fillichicha (Faculty), and Mark Durgee (student) in addition to leaders from ASTD.  The session highlighted RU TRDV’s participation as the first university program in ASTD’s University Partnership Program. 

If you are interested in checking out some pictures we took from the event visit our Facebook page here. 

So it should be no surprise that some of our graduates amass so much experience that they might someday consider sharing their knowledge with the next wave of students seeking the same success.  Many of these professionals-turned-instructors will connect with students in an online learning environment.  Online learning is not new.  In fact most graduates of RU TRDV programs will have taken at least one class online by the time they graduate.  Knowledge transfer techniques in an online environment are different than those found in a traditional face-to-face classroom. 

It is in this light that RU TRDV has developed and rolled out a new post-graduate certificate plan called the Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching.  This three-class program is designed to help seasoned professionals design and successfully instruct classes in an online environment.  For details on classes, the application process, or relevance of the certificate program in the workplace click here or contact Tara Hawkins (thawkins@roosevelt.edu).

We were proud when one of our students, Katie Kacich, was selected for the award last year.  To read more about Katie and her reaction after being selected for the award read an article about it in our Spring 2010 newsletter.  CCASTD is seeking applicants for the 2010 award and we invite as many students, from RU TRDV programs as well as other local programs, to apply!  The deadline to apply is November 12, 2010.  Applicants simply need to complete an application and ask a professor to submit a recommendation on their behalf. 

To obtain an application or to get more information please email Melissa Pagonis at melissa.pagonis@gmail.com. 

In honor of Deb Colky we would like to share with you a biography created by CCASTD leaders about her leadership and the impact she had on a generation of students and practitioners.   

Dr. Deborah Colky

Dr. Deborah Colky’s biography is an impressive record of achievement. Deborah served as a Workplace Learning and Performance (WLP) professional for over 20 years, working in the not-for-profit and corporate sectors before co-founding Just Results, Inc. in 1990.

In 2001, she became the Director of Training and Development at Roosevelt University where she revised the curriculum to be cutting edge, making sure that it met the American Society of Training and Development industry standards. In addition to revising the curriculum, she added three online graduate certificates, increasing enrollment by 40%. 

In 2004 and 2006, T+D magazine named Roosevelt’s Training and Development Program one of the top programs in the country.

Deb was awarded tenure and promotion (posthumously) in 2007, obtaining the rank of Associate Professor of Training and Development where she served as the Chair of the Graduate Program from 2001 to 2007.

Deborah’s commitment, passion, sense of humor and energy made her successful from serving as a volunteer member of a professional or community board to building Roosevelt University’s Training and Development program in both reputation and academic strength.

Deborah believed in lifelong learning and helped everyone to achieve their full potential, whether it was being one of her students, faculty members, business partner or husband.

She viewed education as a life-enriching experience in which she considered teaching to be a privilege. She believed that the WLP profession was a way to enhance the workplace and the world in which we live. Every day, she instilled in her students the enthusiasm for learning and inspired them to put into action what she taught.

Google seeks Training Associate/Courseware Developer

If you are in Chicago, Mountain View California, San Francisco, or New York  and have instructional design and facilitation experience Google Analytics might have a dream job for you.  The position focuses on provide online training to Google’s customers as part of their “Double Click Training Team” using various web-based applications including live classes and webinars.  The position also looks for applicants who can improve existing curriculum to ensure better instructional results. 

Take a look at the full job posting here.

 DePaul University’s School For New Learning Seeks Instructional Designer

The DePaul University School for New Learning has been a big player in local training and development education in Chicago for some time.  In 2010 students from Roosevelt University’s Training and Development program have teamed up with students from this program to form the first CCASTD Student Special Interest Group.  If you are interested in working with some talented folks dedicated to adult learning while using your instructional design skills you should take a look at this posting and apply for the position!

Check out the posting here. 

In September we were proud to host a Chicagoland Chapter of ASTD (CCASTD) Student Interest Group event aimed at helping students develop a professional development plan using the ASTD WLP Competencies.  Most of our students lead busy lives with their families, work, and class.  We feel it is important to develop a professional development “road map” before attending networking events to ensure that attending them is a rewarding experience. 

That said we want to let the RU TRDV community know about two fantastic upcoming events that will be held at Roosevelt’s Schaumburg Campus!  Remember- you can use the free shuttle service from the CTA Blue Line if you live I the city and don’t want to drive!

October 21, 2010 CISPI Crackerbarrel Event

The Chicago Chapter of the International Society for Performance Improvement (CISPI) is holding their annual crackerbarrel event in less than a week.  We posted about this awesome event already on this blog so we aren’t going to write a huge amount of information today.  Check out our earlier post about this event. 

This is a great opportunity for our students to fulfill a “professional networking” requirement in their classes while getting a chance to meet “movers and shakers” in thew performance improvement field.  According to the CISPI e-blast sent out yesterday, early bird pricing (only $15 for students) has been extended through October 17^th! 

For more details and to register for the CISPI event click here.

November 17, 2010 RU TRDV Best Practice Roundtable Event

Next week we will be posting all the details surrounding this event here on this blog.  Our previous post detailing this event can be found here.  Here is what we know so far:

1)      We have confirmed four RU TRDV graduates who will answer any and all questions from participants about creating a successful professional development plan

2)      We will discuss successful Human Performance Improvement techniques that participants can use at work that bring results

3)      We are also going to help participants develop effective networking techniques they can use to land the job of their dreams

This event will also be held at Roosevelt’s Schaumburg campus.  We are currently getting presenter bios together so look for those here on the blog soon!

Take some time for your own professional development and add one or both of these events to your schedule today!  The CISPI event is only $15 for students if you register in the next few days.  The RU TRDV event is FREE!  The price is right for what you will get out of these events, we assure you!

PLEASE NOTE: We are not a “one trick pony!” This blog is not intended to solely find jobs for members of the Roosevelt University TRDV community.  Posting jobs is a vital part of our professional development commitment to our readers but it is not the only method we can use.   We commit to providing a nice mix of content that also includes insight from training and performance professionals in the area, best practice sharing, information on professional development opportunities, and industry news. 

Look for some content in these areas and many more in the very near future.  We also remind our readers that they are welcome to add to our content at any time by either commenting on blog postings or submitting a posting to Mark Durgee (mdurgee@roosevelt.edu). 

Phew.  Now on to the job postings!

McDonald’s Seeks Instructional Designer

Vince Cyboran, Associate Professor, recently received an email from Anne Klonsky, US Training, Learning and Development at McDonald’s, about a great opportunity for a current student or graduate with experience in instructional design. 

Check out the job posting here.

Sears Retail Seeks Training Director

Our professors are always on the lookout for job openings for our students.  George Vucotich, Associate Professor, signed up for updates on the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) Job Bank.  He received an email with this job posting for a Training Director at Sears Retail.

We can’t say too much about the value of the ASTD Job Bank for our students who are seeking career advancement.  If you are looking for a new job in the training or performance improvement field that you should sign up for email updates in your chosen focus area!

Take a look at the job posting on the ASTD Job Bank site here.

Fulcrum Network Seeks OD/Facilitation Consultants in Several North American Cities Apply by 10/15/10!

Another email from George… this email came from Diane Kubal from the Fulcrum Network.  Fulcrum seeks some organizational development consultants with experience in facilitating trainings about teamwork- what works and what doesn’t.  Check out the consultant description below and reach out to Diane via email if you have interest in this great portfolio-building opportunity!

The price is right too!  Only $15 for students who register for the event before October 15^th.

Many of our classes require students to attend a local professional development event.  If your class requires such an adventure this term we suggest this event whole-heartedly.  Not only will you learn a lot but you will meet some amazing people. 

Visit the CISPI web site here for more information or to register.

Note: If you attend this year’s event and would like to share your experience think about writing a post for this blog!  Contact Mark Durgee (mdurgee@roosevelt.edu) if you are interested.

Event Details:

When: Thursday, October 21, 2010 (5:30-9:00 PM)

Where: Roosevelt University’s Schaumburg Campus

Student Pricing: $15 before October 15, $25 after October 15

Register now for CISPI’s annual Crackerbarrel! Join colleagues in an evening of learning, fun, networking and good food!  The hardest part? Selecting which three presentations to attend!  A dozen gurus share their expertise and field your questions.

Just a few of the many presenters and topics: 

Brigette Barrett-Johnson

Instructional Design Jeopardy

Join Bridgette for a fun and interactive look at various techniques for rapid eLearning deployment. Brigitte will show how the Nielsen Company has quickly designed, developed, and deployed e-learning to its global clients and employees. Brigitte will also lead discussions of other methods of delivering online learning that can be deployed rapidly and describe tools and tricks that can reduce the time needed for creating and delivering e-learning.

Kathleen Fortney

Herding Cats – Getting the Best Performance Out of Creative Teams

Are you a project manager leading a cross-functional team to create multimedia training solutions? Are you a performance consultant or instructional designer working with graphic designers and programmers to deliver value to your clients, but baffled about how to relate to your team? The presentation provides tips that will help you get your “cats” working together to accomplish the team’s objectives.

James Goldsmith

Reinventing the Virtual Classroom-10 Years Later

Jim will share data collected over 10 years, lessons learned, and plans for a more robust and varied virtual classroom experience that addresses business objectives and current employees’ needs. Examples cover learner engagement strategies, faculty interaction models, and delivery toolsets.

Deb Mansfield

Converting ILT courses to eLearning for a Global Audience

In this session, Deb shares her story about converting a stand-up course for IT employees to an eLearning course for remote contractors. The initiative included a tight deadline, cultural and technical issues, and an audience who either had or had not direct access to the organization’s system, in addition to making the course engaging and thought-provoking. Sound familiar? Hear how Deb and her team overcame the obstacles.

Brian Richardson

Web 2.0: A Community-based adoption approach

This session addresses Web 2.0 and 3.0 implementation and the advantages of a community-based approach to e-learning. Brian covers the types of virtual networks and the definition of a community practice, including characteristics, lifecycle, key deliverables, key roles, and adoption elements.