With worldwide events since March 2020 causing major changes in the world of L&D, virtual training is receiving a massive boost in usage. Previously face-to-face workshops and topics are being run over Zoom, Microsoft Teams and a host of other platforms. But how do we make sure the learning experiences we design are right for virtual? In part two of our first-ever two-part episode, we have plenty of practical tips for you on taking virtual training to the next level. 02:48  Using other platforms before, after and alongside a Zoom-based or similar session 04:50  Take advantage of the desk-based nature of homeworking 06:52  Conditional joining instructions 07:45  Everything in the same place equals happy learners (GiraffePad is one way) 09:49  Getting creative with pre and post course work 11:24  Gamify the end-to-end experience 13:15  Using apps alongside a virtual session 14:17  Choosing the right apps: minimise the learning curve 15:55  Use the tech they know already 18:32  Different categories of platforms 21:45  Get creative with your existing platform 25:40  Keep talking and nobody explodes! 27:25  Escape rooms 28:47  Taking inspiration from games 33:43  Be brave: step away from the slide deck 35:58  Summary  40:12  The mini-topic: Community-based learning Resource Links GiraffePad: www.giraffepad.com  Slack: slack.com Monday: www.monday.com  Klaxoon: www.klaxoon.com Mural: www.mural.co Mentimeter: www.mentimeter.com Jamboard: jamboard.google.com Spiral: spiral.ac Note.ly: note.ly Miro: www.miro.com Tabletop Simulator: www.tabletopsimulator.com Evolution: www.northstargames.com/products/evolution Evivve: evivve.com Contact the Hosts Our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/TrainingDesignPodcast Terry Pearce LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/terrypaulpearce Sheridan Webb LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/trainingdesigner The Training Designers’ Club: www.trainingdesignersclub.co.uk Untold Play: www.untoldplay.com - For game-based learning and gamified learning consultancy and design 360 Learning Design: 360learningdesign.com - For bespoke, creative and personalised learning design Keystone Development: www.keystonedevelopment.co.uk - For bespoke learning and development programme design Power Hour: www.power-hour.co.uk - For ready written bite-size training materials