Learning Leaders (New Feature)
In our newsletters we will be featuring a recognised Learning Leader to gain insight in to their strategies for success. We will ask each Learning Leader a series of questions to get some valuable tips. Our first Learning Leader is Geoff Rip from ChangeLever. To see Geoff's responses - go to Learning Leaders.

Learning Styles Under Attack
Do you know that there are many different learning style models and instruments (said to exceed 100)? Research conducted by the Learning Skills Research Centre (UK) identified 71 different models, of which 13 were categorised as major models because of their popularity and influence.

Koosh Balls (click here)

We constantly get asked where you can find these colourful balls. Easy to catch, koosh balls are a fun way of focusing attention and can be used in a wide variety of training activities. Available from HRD Central for $24.95 (Pack of three).

The Trainer's Portable Mentor (click here)

By Terrence Gargiulo & A Pangarkar & T Kirkwood. This highly accessible, comprehensive resource shares the passions and key lessons from highly respected training professionals. The authors cover a range of training topics, from designing, writing, delivering, measuring, and managing training to developing business acumen. The Trainer's Portable Mentor is ideal for anyone new to or experienced in the field of training and development looking for succinct practical information. RRP from Management Books is $77.95 (10% discount available to AIPF Members - contact AIPF).

AIPF's NEXT NETWORKING EVENT

MBTI - Making It Practical with Marie Carmody FAIPF
Brisbane - Wed 5 November, 2008
Come and experience an interactive, fun evening with Marie Carmody (an experienced Psychological Type practitioner) who will provide tips on the most innovative and up-to-date MBTI tools available. You will walk away with more insight on how you can use MBTI with your participants to take them to a deeper awareness and understanding of behaviours. For more information or to Register go to Events | Book Online | Registation Form

ILDP Global Learning Forum Sydney 17 & 18 Nov
"Educating for Excellence - the Learning Services Provider holds the Key"
The ILDP Global Learning Forum invites you - government representatives, training authorities, employers, RTOs, trainers, teachers, consultants and learners - to make an active contribution towards Australia's 2020 vision by entering into a strategic conversation to share the discussion with key stakeholders about new National and International standards for "Learning Services Providers" (i.e. learning practitioners, professionals, trainers, teachers, instructional designers, consultants...)

Marci Shimoff LIVE - Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Gold Coast May 09
Marci is one of the bestselling female nonfiction authors of all time. In addition, she's a featured teacher in the international films, The Secret and The Opus. Her new book, HAPPY FOR NO REASON: 7 Steps to Being Happy from the Inside Out, offers a revolutionary approach to experiencing deep and lasting happiness. At the invitation of i am gr8ful, Marci's in Australia in May 2009 to discuss her new book, inspire and entertain audiences at private dinners and in public lectures. Book in October and receive a special 25% Early Bird discount for AIPF Members or 15% discount for non-members plus a FREE copy of Marci's new book.

For more information on the above events - go to Events

Training for Learning Program

TFL is based on unique research conducted by Professor Sylvia Downs at the Industrial Training Research Unit at Cambridge, and subsequently at the Occupational Research Unit at the University of Wales Institute of Science and Technology.

Her initial focus was on identifying ways to help individuals improve their learning, with special emphasis on people who had to cope with change in the workplace. Sylvia subsequently investigated why some trainers were more effective than others and what factors were blocking learning.

Based on her research, Sylvia developed highly practical models and techniques that simplify training design and maximise learning. AIPF is fortunate to be able to offer the latest version of this exclusive program, which has been run internationally for more than 15 years. For more information, go to Course Outline.

AIPF Member Google Network Exciting NEW benefit for AIPF Members
This month we launched AIPF Members Google Network. This will help our members to connect with other learning professionals to network, ask questions, seek advice, exchange ideas and share resources.

Public Program Listings
In October, AIPF will be launching a Public Program Listings webpage to provide members with another vehicle to promote their programs. More information will be available shortly.

Professional Indemnity & Public Liability for Learning Professionals
Our tailored and highly competitive PI & PL insurance packages for Learning Service Practitioners continues to receive great feedback. AIPF, together with Parmia Insurance, are offering our members a flexible solution that covers a wide range of activities for faciliators, trainers, coaches and speakers. Our premiums are $290 - Professional Indemnity ($5M) and $140 - Public Liability ($10M). Go to information on Insurance Benefit.

Telecommunication Solutions & Products
Have you been thinking of a 1300 number but think it is too expensive or not sure how it works?
Have you missed important calls from prospective clients and need another way?
Do you want some fabulous ideas for Christmas bonus presents to reward your staff and boost their productivity?

AIPF has partnered with PhoneStar to offer our members some innovative and value-packed solutions for the above issues and more. They specialise in solving your business telephone headaches - whether that's cost, service or technology. Go to information on exclusive packages for AIPF Members.

For more information on AIPF Member Benefits - go to Member Benefits or to find out more about becoming an AIPF Member, please go to Member Categories.

Protecting Learning & Development Professionals with great premiums for Professional Indemnity & Public Liability. Check out our great rates!