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10 learning theories to follow when training your employees

TalentLMS

There are a number of different adult learning theories that can be used to guide employee training, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. In order to choose the best approach for your business, it is important to understand the key concepts of each theory. Theories of learning for employee training.

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Active Learning Theory

Ed App

Active learning theory is one of the most popular buzzwords in the learning and development (L&D) community today. What is active learning? Active learning involves actively engaging with your learners. Active Learning Theory vs Interactive Reinforcement. But, what does it actually mean?

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eLearning Trends for 2018

Association eLearning

Now continuing education and training providers are trying to motivate and engage millennial learners. Game-based learning is also on the rise, as organizations seek to engage and challenge learners. The Learning Record Store (LRS) is an important feature in xAPI. The LRS is meant to track activity both on and off the LMS.

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4 Ways to Apply the Situated Learning Theory

Origin Learning

What is the Situated Learning Theory? Situated learning, simply put, is learning that takes place in the same context in which it is applied. In the end, the situated learning experience should encourage students to tap their prior knowledge and to challenge others in their community.

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Competency-Based Learning: How to Bridge the Skills-Gap

Association eLearning

Continuing education is needed to address the crisis, but while most associations do provide education, a number of third-party suppliers have entered the marketplace as well. According to the 2015 Membership Marketing Benchmark report, continuing education is the #2 reason why members join an education.

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eLearning Glossary: Definitions for the Most Commonly Used Terms

Association eLearning

eLearning -Also referred to as internet-based learning, web-based learning, and online learning is any training or education delivered via computer. For many, their first experience with eLearning was educational computer games delivered via CD Rom. In short, Andragogy is another way to say adult education.

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Bridge the Skills-Gap with Competency Based Learning

Association eLearning

You can help your members over the skills gap with competency based learning, career focused training, and micro-credentialing. Give me a learning path, a journey, and support that journey with the courses I need to be better, to grow from an entry level marketing associate to a CMO. Welcome to association.edu.