Dashe & Thomson

AUGUST 11, 2011

Two weeks ago Jane Hart wrote an article titled, Social Learning: to be or not to be? , in which Jane expresses her dislike of the term Social Learning (big S, big L). Jane claims that “Social Learning has come to refer exclusively to the use of social media in top-down, formal learning.” We’re not always social.

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E-Learning Provocateur

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Jane is a renowned advocate of performance support in the workplace, and I wonder what she’ll make of my latest musing. While much of Jane’s work exposes the difference between training and performance support – and implores us to do less of the former in favour of the latter – my post here does not.

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LearnUpon

JUNE 20, 2019

These are all substantial aspects of learning, but in truth, learning isn’t always so by the numbers. Informal learning is a type of learning that happens every day, whether we realize it or not. But, smart businesses are now beginning to see the value of nurturing informal training too.

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Spark Your Interest

DECEMBER 3, 2015

One of the quandaries that instructional designers have been struggling with, is their role (if any) in informal or social learning. First of all, what exactly is informal and social learning? Informal – no set objective in terms of learning outcomes and is never intentional from the learner’s standpoint.

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Paradiso Solutions

JULY 29, 2022

What is formal and informal learning? Learning that is “given in a systematic planned fashion” is referred to as formal learning. It typically takes place in a face-to-face environment or through an online learning platform, like an LMS, and is planned and supervised by an instructor. Learn More.

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Clive on Learning

NOVEMBER 15, 2012

This post continues my commentary to the Learning Insights 2012 Report produced by Kineo for e.learning age magazine. The second of the ten 'insights' in the report is that ‘L&D is playing a key role in supporting informal learning'. They are a relic of another age.

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Clark Quinn

JANUARY 11, 2022

I was extremely pleased when she referred to my Revolutionize Learning & Development book , and posted a diagram from it. To be fair, suggesting that L&D take responsibility for informal learning could be considered a stretch. It’s about formal learning, but also more. We should anyway!

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Docebo

JULY 4, 2019

For L&D to remain relevant, we need to develop new, business-focused and technology-enabled ways to support workers (and how they work) to deliver business results. This blog will explore the growing need for smart learning technologies and the actionable solutions they will empower L&D professionals to implement. .

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E-Learning Provocateur

APRIL 5, 2021

In Australian English for example, fair dinkum means “true” or “genuine” Linguaphiles speculate the phrase originated in 19th Century Lincolnshire, where “dinkum” referred to a fair amount of work, probably in relation to a stint down the mines.

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Dashe & Thomson

JANUARY 8, 2012

Given that the goal of instructional designers and training developers is to improve employee performance, it’s surprising that many continue to create blended learning programs with little or no reliance on performance support tools or systems. Build performance support into every blended learning effort.

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CLO Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Most learning does not happen in a classroom or online. It happens informally, between employees and peer groups. Learning management systems and learning content management systems are the centerpiece for many learning departments, but most organizations are unaware that these systems have capabilities to support informal learning.

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ID Reflections

JANUARY 9, 2010

I am re-reading Informal Learning by Jay Cross and was going through the resource links he has provided. Apart from the book, which is a must read for anyone interested in the field of learning, the resource links are gold mines of knowledge, information and insights.

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Performance Learning Productivity

AUGUST 24, 2023

Calhoun Wick Cal is deeply experienced and knowledgeable in the area of workplace learning. He has been studying and supporting it for many years and is co-author of the highly acclaimed Six Disciplines of Breakthrough Learning: How to Turn Training and Development into Business Results (Pfeiffer, 2010).

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ID Reflections

AUGUST 14, 2009

Preamble Today's #learnchat question revolved around formal and informal learning. The initial part of the session was spent on trying to pin down the meanings—denotation as well as connotation—of formal and informal. A snapshot of formal vs. informal learning: Formal Learning: 1.

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Jane Hart

JUNE 4, 2012

So one approach that I have been promoting is, instead of thinking of Formal and Informal Leaning as polar opposites, rather to think in terms of a Social Workplace Learning Continuum (as shown diagrammatically in the image on the right). But in order to support the full SWL Continuum, there are 5 points to take on board.

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Mindflash

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Do they learn more about their job from formal training (classroom, online, etc.) or do they learn more informally (from peers, managers, etc.)? You should find out, and here’s why: Informal learning accounts for over 75% of the learning taking place in organizations today. Reality Check.

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Dashe & Thomson

APRIL 28, 2011

Social Learning Blog Training and Performance Improvement in the Real World Home About Bios Subscribe to RSS Social Media: The Virtual “Over-The-Partition” Learning Network by Jolene on April 28, 2011 in Informal Learning , Instructional Design , Training Development , Video , social learning According to the 1996 report from the U.S.

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Ontuitive

AUGUST 18, 2022

That’s why to increase the overall effectiveness of any user adoption plan, learning in the flow of work (LIFOW) is essential. What is Learning in the Flow of Work? Learning in the flow of work is a concept coined by well-known analyst and thought leader, Josh Bersin. Examples of Learning in Flow of Work.

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Matrix

JANUARY 14, 2016

Formal learning, of course, got the most attention throughout the years, especially in work situations, overshadowing the other two types of learning and informal learning in particular. People learn a lot in informal settings, but this can hardly be measured. Informal and collaborative learning.

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Learnnovators

JUNE 28, 2014

THE QUOTE: “ The incredible expansion of mobile technologies is an important factor that will both drive and support the deployment of workplace learning tools and systems in the area of performance support.” – Charles Jennings (Managing Director, Duntroon Associates, and Founder, 70:20:10 Forum ). What are the results?

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Integrated Learnings

APRIL 15, 2012

In the article, Tim references the importance of training reinforcement being an ongoing process beyond the training event itself, and even goes so far as to say that training reinforcement should be a long-term commitment, not just a once-and-done deal. Motivating Management Support.

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Obsidian Learning

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

When you’re designing learning, don’t overlook the importance of informal learning. This is learning that takes place outside of the classroom or the eLearning activity. In fact, we typically learn more from informal learning than from formal learning experiences. Build a Learning Culture.

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Tony Karrer

DECEMBER 4, 2006

If you read my blog, you know that while I'm a big believer in the need to improve human performance outside of classic formal learning interventions, e.g., personal learning support , you also know that the term and a lot of the discussion around informal learning makes me worried. It must be learning.

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Tony Karrer

DECEMBER 6, 2006

The Real Challenge around Informal Learning Over the last few days I've had a blog conversation with Stephen Downes around what is informal learning: The Form of Informal - 2 More on the Form of Informal The Form of Informal The Paradox of Informal Learning (Form of Informal?)

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 23, 2020

I would argue that anyone who isn’t creating learning experiences isn’t an instructional designer; they’re working in a related role. That doesn’t necessarily mean only designing formal learning and courses. Creating job aids or supporting informal learning could be a core task for instructional designers too.

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Learnnovators

JUNE 28, 2014

Therefore, it is quite natural for these to be touted as one of the best forms of performance support for today’s workplaces. We, at Learnnovators, have been excited about leveraging this technology for workplace performance support (especially, in the context of ‘on-the-job learning’). What are the results?

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Learning Visions

MARCH 23, 2010

they expect it, informal, interruption, necessary eLearning invented J.I.T. Contextual learning. So welcome to performance support. To support, not teach. Today’s session: Fundamental principles and practices of performer support Help you begin the journey of applying them. What is a holistic learning ecosystem?

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Zephyr Learning

JUNE 25, 2013

It demonstrates the need for a variety of activity approaches to delivering the learning. Throughout the eLearning series of articles we have referred to game based learning and the need to use utilise the game mechanics to deliver stimulating learning. True blended learning approach. Accessibility. Application.

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Adobe Captivate

JULY 10, 2018

The 70:20:10 model for Learning and Development clearly establishes the need for L&D teams to focus on informal learning. In this article, I outline the significance of Performance Support Tools (PSTs) and how they can boost learning. Why You Should Use Performance Support Tools.

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EI Design

JULY 19, 2018

Performance Support Tools or PSTs constitute an effective supplement for formal trainings to boost employee performance. From providing just-in-time learning to assisting employees with on-the-job support, Performance Support Tools bring the required agility to corporate trainings.

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Tony Karrer

APRIL 17, 2007

First, none of the panelists seemed to focused on finding ways to support informal learning in the organization. Most of what they said was pretty much what you'd expect, however, what really surprised me were two things. Marc Rosenberg, the moderator, asked if he was using these tools as part of his solutions.

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Docebo

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Practically speaking, it involves providing the customer education materials and information they need to be successful and meet their organization’s business objections. Customer training examples: onboarding, support, and more . Reducing customer support costs . Find your customer support touch points. .

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LearnDash

JUNE 30, 2020

Some learners retain information longer when digesting it in small chunks. By retrieving the information and using the skills covered in a spaced practice module, learners can internalize the information over time. By making training more readily available, you make support more available as well.

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Big Dog, Little Dog

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

Before I start I want to note that in a very few instances I've been accused of not helping the cause when I question some of the research on informal/formal learning. For example, late last year I blogged a post defending informal learning. One ASTD research project supported by the U.S. With that being said.

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Docebo

APRIL 20, 2020

However, there are benefits to expanding your learning programs to non-employees, otherwise known as the extended enterprise. Customer training supports your customers with the materials and information they need to be successful with your product or service and meet their business objectives. Why is Customer Training important?

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E-Learning Provocateur

JUNE 3, 2012

Let me explain by rewinding a little… In my previous post Informal first , I articulated a mindset that prioritises informal learning over formal training. I argued in favour of providing all the necessary learning resources to the target audience in an open, structured format. This is constructivist design.

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Litmos

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

With the advent of Flash, many authoring tools started creating output that could be played by the Flash player, which meant you didn’t need special software to use the courses (if your IT org would support you having it). The Advanced Distributed Learning (ADL) initiative of the Department of Defense finally had enough.

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