Today’s learners are stressed, overloaded, and navigating constant change. New information, unfamiliar expectations, and fast-paced environments can trigger fear and resistance—right at the moment when we need them to be open to growth. As trainers and leaders, we’re tasked with engaging learners in the midst of that stress and uncertainty, building environments where learning can thrive despite the natural defenses of the brain.

In a world where continuous learning is critical for success, organizations must design environments that keep the brain open, engaged, and ready to grow. Join us for a conversation on how to transform your learning spaces into places that reduce fear, spark motivation, and drive real development.

In this session, we’ll discuss how to:

• Recognize the early signs of cognitive shutdown and learner resistance
• Apply neuroscience-based strategies to create psychologically safe learning environments
• Implement simple, high-impact techniques that reframe fear and support engagement and memory
• Register today to discover how understanding the brain can unlock stronger learning outcomes and more resilient, adaptable teams

Dr. Trevor Cox is the Director of Learning Innovation and Associate Professor of Organizational Leadership at the University of Central Oklahoma. He is a teacher, scholar, and practitioner of leadership. In his Director role, he oversees UCO’s online degree programs and initiatives as well as LX Studio, a center for innovation in higher education, specifically focused on creating learning spaces and rigorous micro-credentials to help people build their resumes and skill sets for the workplace.