Problem-based learning (PBL) is an effective instructional approach first developed for use in health science fields to immerse students in complex situations (Barrows & Tamblyn, 1980). Luma has found it to be a promising approach to teach children (Dysard & … Continued
We are proud at Luma to have great partners with important missions–domestic violence awareness is at the top of our list.“We see acts of public violence increasing across our country, almost on a regular basis,” said Schumann, who notes 1 … Continued
This month, we have been writing topics related to domestic violence. Interestingly, one survivor of abuse contacted me to express her appreciation about bringing awareness to this important topic, but she wished more was being done at her workplace related … Continued
Much of society deems domestic violence as a private, family matter. Employers are no exception. Employers, like workers, need to understand that domestic violence is not only a family problem, but an issue of violence that transcends family life and … Continued
October 1st marks the start of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Individuals, businesses, and communities across the country wear purple ribbons and host events to bring awareness to domestic violence. And then comes Halloween, Thanksgiving, and then the December winter … Continued
What does professional development look like at your organization? Is it effective? Is it engaging? Luma is committed to helping organizations design programs that best support employee education. This case study illustrates an exemplary blended program at Notre Dame’s Research … Continued
How many times have you taken a training and thought, is this really relevant to me? With instructional design, you have to be on the heartbeat of relevance and know that what might be relevant to one audience may not … Continued
Luma’s course, Responding to Domestic Violence in the Hospitality Industry, fits a need in the hospitality industry, according to Nancy Brown, an international travel blogger. Nancy Brown travels the world and has been a silent witness to domestic violence in … Continued
