ATD, association for talent development

Newsletter Article

Member Benefit

SMEs Operate on Cruise Control

Content

To be sure, we need SMEs. They provide the content for our learning experiences, credibility with our audience, and answers to the toughest questions. But in the classroom? Let a professional drive. If you do ask a SME to train for you, partner him or her with an experienced facilitator. Here are some tips for co-facilitating.

To be sure, we need SMEs. They provide the content for our learning experiences, credibility with our audience, and answers to the toughest questions. But in the classroom? Let a professional drive. If you do ask a SME to train for you, partner him or her with an experienced facilitator. Here are some tips for co-facilitating. 

By and

Tue Jun 17 2014

SMEs Operate on Cruise Control
Loading...

Content

Subject matter experts (SMEs) have something called “unconscious competence.” They are so good at what they do that they don’t know how or why they do it. Many of the smartest things they do are done without a thought.

Subject matter experts (SMEs) have something called “unconscious competence.” They are so good at what they do that they don’t know how or why they do it. Many of the smartest things they do are done without a thought.

You've Reached ATD Member-only Content

Become an ATD member to continue

Already a member?Sign In


Copyright © 2026 ATD

ASTD changed its name to ATD to meet the growing needs of a dynamic, global profession.

Terms of UsePrivacy NoticeCookie Policy