The Gift at the Center of the Tree

A learner-first design check for teams who want learning to actually work.

Most learning programs are beautifully built systems. They’re full of content, tools, and good intentions. And yet, learners still disengage.

That’s because the most important element is often treated as an afterthought.

In this Day 1 gift from our 12 Days of Christmas Learning Giveaways, you’ll find a simple, practical self-check designed to help you see whether the learner is truly at the center of your learning experience.

Created by Sententia, this one-page reflection tool works best when used together. Invite at least one other person on your team into the conversation. Different perspectives surface blind spots, spark better questions, and lead to better design decisions.

Use this check to pause, reflect, and identify one small change that could make your learning experience more human, relevant, and effective.

Because gamification doesn’t decorate the tree.
It protects the gift.