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March 2013 - TD Magazine

An Interview with Karl M. Kapp

Karl Kapp has a worldwide reputation as one of the pioneers in the gamification of learning and instruction, having literally written the book on the topic. Now, he is making headlines with his newest book, Action-First Learning: Instructional Design Techniques to Engage and Inspire. Kapp is an expert in creating engaging, interactive, and effective learning events—from interactive presentations to high-stakes card and board games for learning. He works all over the world helping employers (from Fortune 100 companies to startup organizations) deliver meaningful instruction using the interactive techniques outlined in this book. He is a TEDx speaker, an international keynoter, and the author of more than a dozen LinkedIn Learning courses. Discover why his work has made such an impact in the field and turn your learning events into action-packed experiences that drive employee performance.

Karl M. Kapp

In their new book, Microlearning: Short and Sweet, Karl M. Kapp and Robyn A. Defelice offer straightforward learning theories and research behind microlearning.

A Universal Definition of Microlearning

The Gamification Fieldbook features instructions, case studies, and tools detailing methods for trainers who want practical guidelines on budgeting, designing, and creating gamified learning experiences.

The Gamification Fieldbook

Packed with methods and strategies for game-based learning in the workplace, The Gamification of Learning and Instruction is an essential resource for trainers looking for fun and effective ways to engage workers in their professional development.

The Gamification of Learning and Instruction: Game-Based Methods and Strategies for Training and Education

Game On! Action-Based Training Designs for Better Learning Passive learning just doesn’t cut it in today’s evolving, competitive workplace. Research demonstrates that action-first learning works because it engages the mind immediately and makes sure that knowledge and skills will stick. With a more diverse array of action-based training designs, organizations can motivate learners, provide hands-on, collaborative practice, and drive behavioral change. In Action-First Learning, educator and tech expert Karl M. Kapp covers nine distinct types of learning experiences in one volume—from card and board games, escape rooms, and branching scenarios to augmented reality and AI-powered coaching. He explains why each design works and how to choose, plan, and execute the right kind of project for your goals. Each chapter includes a detailed case study, a design checklist, and tips on how to leverage AI in the creation of action-first learning.The book includes a chapter by instructional designer Amy Pape about how to improve action-first learning through accessibility and another by L&D expert Kevin Thorn on the use of comics in action-first learning.Are you using this book to teach? Please download the instructor’s guide for reflection questions, discussion guides, quizzes, and more.

Have some action-first learning fun by coloring your favorite illustrations from the book! Download the Action-First Learning coloring book!

Action-First Learning

Action-First Learning: Engaging, Exciting, and Informing Your Learners

Instructional designers can combine action-first learning approaches with gamification to help ensure that learning is grounded in doing, experiencing, and solving real-world challenges. 

Beyond Gamification: A Move Toward Action-First Learning

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